Deere & Company (DE)vsForward Air Corporation (FWRD)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
FWRD
Forward Air Corporation
$16.63
+1.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $553.33M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1803% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $2.52B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -11.4%. FWRD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. FWRD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
FWRD
Buy52
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
Earnings expanding 145.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -112.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : FWRD
The strongest argument for FWRD centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : FWRD
The primary concerns for FWRD are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while FWRD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FWRD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
FWRD is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FWRD scores higher overall (52/100 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.
Forward Air Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Forward Air Corporation is a light freight logistics and transportation company in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Greeneville, Tennessee.
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