Casella Waste Systems Inc (CWST)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CWST
Casella Waste Systems Inc
$89.91
-0.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.86B
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 2351% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $1.96B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 0.3%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
CWST
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
16.9% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
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 : CWST
The strongest argument for CWST centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CWST
The primary concerns for CWST are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 1150.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
CWST profiles as a growth stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
CWST is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 37/100). 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.
Casella Waste Systems Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Casella Waste Systems, Inc., is a vertically integrated solid waste service company in the northeastern United States. The company is headquartered in Rutland, Vermont.
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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