Deere & Company (DE)vsFirst Advantage Corp (FA)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
FA
First Advantage Corp
$13.05
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 2868% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $1.57B). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -2.2%. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
FA
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+57.4%
Fair Value
$25.72
Current Price
$13.05
$12.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 36.8% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
ROE of -2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 82.4%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : FA
The strongest argument for FA centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 36.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FA
The primary concerns for FA are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while FA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
FA is growing revenue faster at 36.8% — sustainability is the question.
FA generates stronger free cash flow (65M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 45/100). FA offers better value entry with a 57.4% margin of safety. 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.
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.
First Advantage Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
First Advantage Corporation provides technology solutions for human capital detection, verification, security and compliance globally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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