Deere & Company (DE)vsFlowserve Corporation (FLS)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
FLS
Flowserve Corporation
$74.46
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 934% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $4.63B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 8.0%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. FLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
FLS
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-6.6%
Fair Value
$81.16
Current Price
$74.46
$6.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 1.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : FLS
The strongest argument for FLS centers on EPS Growth.
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.
Bear Case : FLS
The primary concerns for FLS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while FLS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
FLS is growing revenue faster at -1.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FLS scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "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.
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.
Flowserve Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Flowserve Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, distributes and services industrial flow management equipment in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Europe. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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