Deere & Company (DE)vsGriffon Corporation (GFF)
DE
Deere & Company
$684.73
+2.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$95.12
+2.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1774% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $2.56B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 7.0%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. GFF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
GFF
Buy61
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
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 23.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
7.0% margin — thin
Trading at 33.5x book value
Earnings declined 64.8%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.54 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 : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Profit Margin, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 10.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while GFF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
GFF is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFF scores higher overall (61/100 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.
Griffon Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Griffon Corporation engages in the consumer and professional products, home and construction products, and defense electronics businesses primarily in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and China. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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