Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CRS
Carpenter Technology Corporation
$530.62
-5.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $27.71B
DE
Deere & Company
$610.95
-1.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $163.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1463% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $3.03B). CRS leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs 10.1%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. CRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CRS
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
DE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.8%
Earnings expanding 47.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 8.5%
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 15.8% and operating margin at 22.8%. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CRS
The primary concerns for CRS are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
CRS profiles as a mature stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
CRS is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRS scores higher overall (66/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins and 11.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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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