AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsHirequest Inc (HQI)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$102.16
-1.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.44B
HQI
Hirequest Inc
$16.30
-3.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $229.33M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 34224% more annual revenue ($10.35B vs $30.15M). HQI leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 5.2%. AGCO trades at a lower P/E of 14.9x. AGCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
AGCO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
HQI
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGCO.
Margin of Safety
+56.3%
Fair Value
$24.39
Current Price
$16.30
$8.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Earnings expanding 156.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.0%
Earnings declined 74.4%
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGCO
The strongest argument for AGCO centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HQI
The strongest argument for HQI centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HQI
The primary concerns for HQI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO profiles as a value stock while HQI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HQI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
HQI is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGCO generates stronger free cash flow (108M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGCO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100). HQI offers better value entry with a 56.3% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Visit Website →Hirequest Inc
INDUSTRIALS · STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES · USA
HireQuest, Inc. provides temporary and on-demand staffing solutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Goose Creek, South Carolina.
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