AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsHeartland Express Inc (HTLD)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$121.10
-0.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.92B
HTLD
Heartland Express Inc
$12.34
+1.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $935.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 1306% more annual revenue ($10.35B vs $736.28M). AGCO leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs -3.0%. AGCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. AGCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
AGCO
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HTLD
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGCO.
Margin of Safety
+27.2%
Fair Value
$16.24
Current Price
$12.34
$3.90 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.0%
Earnings declined 74.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGCO
The strongest argument for AGCO centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HTLD
The strongest argument for HTLD centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HTLD
The primary concerns for HTLD are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO profiles as a value stock while HTLD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HTLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
AGCO is growing revenue faster at -1.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGCO generates stronger free cash flow (108M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGCO scores higher overall (52/100 vs 36/100). HTLD offers better value entry with a 27.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 →Heartland Express Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Heartland Express, Inc., is a short- to medium-haul truck freight carrier in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in North Liberty, Iowa.
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