Arq Inc (ARQ)vsDeere & Company (DE)
ARQ
Arq Inc
$2.60
-2.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $111.61M
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
-0.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 38656% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $122.14M). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs -43.9%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ARQ
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.2%
Fair Value
$11.25
Current Price
$2.60
$8.65 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARQ
The strongest argument for ARQ centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bear Case : ARQ
The primary concerns for ARQ are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARQ profiles as a turnaround stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARQ carries more volatility with a beta of 2.70 — expect wider price swings.
ARQ is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 40/100). ARQ offers better value entry with a 66.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Arq Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Arq, Inc. produces activated carbon products in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
Visit Website →Deere & Company
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
John Deere is the brand name of Deere & Company, an American corporation that manufactures agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, diesel engines, drivetrains (axles, transmissions, gearboxes) used in heavy equipment, and lawn care equipment.
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