Deere & Company (DE)vsESAB Corp (ESAB)
DE
Deere & Company
$639.58
+0.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
ESAB
ESAB Corp
$70.91
+2.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1496% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $3.00B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 5.8%. ESAB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. ESAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
ESAB
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 54.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : ESAB
The strongest argument for ESAB centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.69 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ESAB
The primary concerns for ESAB are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESAB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
ESAB is growing revenue faster at 12.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ESAB scores higher overall (60/100 vs 53/100) and 12.9% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
ESAB Corp
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
ESAB Corporation formulates, develops, manufactures and supplies consumable products and equipment for use in automated cutting, joining and welding, as well as gas control equipment. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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