AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsIDEX Corporation (IEX)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$121.10
-0.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.92B
IEX
IDEX Corporation
$224.21
+1.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 189% more annual revenue ($10.35B vs $3.59B). IEX leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 5.2%. AGCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. IEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
AGCO
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
IEX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGCO.
Margin of Safety
-65.7%
Fair Value
$127.66
Current Price
$224.21
$96.55 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.0%
Earnings declined 74.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : IEX
The strongest argument for IEX centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : IEX
The primary concerns for IEX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
IEX is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
IEX generates stronger free cash flow (177M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IEX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100). 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 →IDEX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
IDEX Corporation, based in Northbrook, Illinois, is a publicly traded company engaged in the development, design, and manufacture of fluidics systems and specialty engineered products.
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