Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
$89.23
+0.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.44B
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 210% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $15.45B). CP leads profitability with a 25.0% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. CP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.5%
Fair Value
$212.47
Current Price
$89.23
$123.24 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 39.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 13.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : CP
The strongest argument for CP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.0% and operating margin at 39.0%. Revenue growth of 12.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CP
The primary concerns for CP are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CP profiles as a mature stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
CP is growing revenue faster at 12.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 25.0% margins and 12.6% revenue growth. 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.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Canadian Pacific Railway Limited, owns and operates a transcontinental freight railway in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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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