Deere & Company (DE)vsFuel Tech Inc (FTEK)
DE
Deere & Company
$610.95
-1.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $163.94B
FTEK
Fuel Tech Inc
$1.38
-4.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $48.15M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 179377% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $26.38M). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs -11.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
DE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
FTEK
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+38.7%
Fair Value
$2.17
Current Price
$1.38
$0.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 276.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 8.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FTEK
The strongest argument for FTEK centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
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.
Bear Case : FTEK
The primary concerns for FTEK are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while FTEK is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTEK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
FTEK is growing revenue faster at -4.7% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (51/100 vs 39/100). FTEK offers better value entry with a 38.7% margin of safety. 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.
Fuel Tech Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Fuel Tech, Inc. provides boiler optimization, efficiency improvement, and air pollution control and reduction solutions to industrial and utility customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois.
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