AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsLB Foster Company (FSTR)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$116.41
-2.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.15B
FSTR
LB Foster Company
$41.42
-2.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $434.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 1742% more annual revenue ($10.37B vs $563.36M). AGCO leads profitability with a 7.4% profit margin vs 2.0%. FSTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. AGCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
AGCO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
FSTR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGCO.
Margin of Safety
-15.5%
Fair Value
$27.31
Current Price
$41.42
$14.11 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
7.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
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 : FSTR
The strongest argument for FSTR centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 23.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FSTR
The primary concerns for FSTR are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO profiles as a value stock while FSTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
FSTR is growing revenue faster at 23.9% — sustainability is the question.
FSTR generates stronger free cash flow (-13M), 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 · RAILROADS · USA
LB Foster Company provides products and services for the rail industry and solutions to support critical infrastructure projects globally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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