AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsNow Inc (DNOW)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$116.41
-2.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.15B
DNOW
Now Inc
$13.23
-2.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 205% more annual revenue ($10.37B vs $3.40B). AGCO leads profitability with a 7.4% profit margin vs -4.5%. AGCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
AGCO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
DNOW
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGCO.
Margin of Safety
-32.4%
Fair Value
$12.52
Current Price
$13.23
$0.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 441.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 97.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 90.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
7.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGCO
The strongest argument for AGCO centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DNOW
The strongest argument for DNOW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 97.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : DNOW
The primary concerns for DNOW are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO profiles as a value stock while DNOW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AGCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
DNOW is growing revenue faster at 97.5% — sustainability is the question.
DNOW generates stronger free cash flow (-103M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGCO scores higher overall (71/100 vs 55/100) and 14.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AGCO Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
AGCO Corporation manufactures and distributes agricultural equipment and related spare parts worldwide. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia.
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INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
NOW Inc. distributes downstream power and industrial products for oil refining, chemical processing, LNG terminals, power generation services, and industrial manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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