Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$443.19
-1.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $23.56B
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1434% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $3.12B). CRS leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CRS
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Earnings expanding 46.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : CRS
The strongest argument for CRS centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 24.1%. 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 : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
CRS profiles as a mature stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
CRS 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
CRS scores higher overall (70/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 12.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Carpenter Technology Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Carpenter Technology Corporation manufactures, manufactures and distributes specialty metals worldwide. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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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