Cadre Holdings Inc (CDRE)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CDRE
Cadre Holdings Inc
$32.82
-6.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.32B
DE
Deere & Company
$614.84
+0.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $166.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 7347% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $635.63M). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 5.8%. DE trades at a lower P/E of 35.0x. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CDRE
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
DE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
19.5% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 8.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDRE
The strongest argument for CDRE centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CDRE
The primary concerns for CDRE are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDRE profiles as a growth stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
CDRE is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (51/100 vs 41/100). 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.
Cadre Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Cadre Holdings, Inc. manufactures and distributes safety and survival equipment that provides protection to users in dangerous or life-threatening situations. The company is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
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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