Deere & Company (DE)vsGulf Island Fabrication Inc (GIFI)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
GIFI
Gulf Island Fabrication Inc
$12.00
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $188.30M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 31252% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $152.87M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 6.5%. GIFI trades at a lower P/E of 19.6x. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
GIFI
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-44.8%
Fair Value
$8.29
Current Price
$12.00
$3.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.5% margin — thin
Revenue declined 9.0%
Earnings declined 37.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : GIFI
The strongest argument for GIFI centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : GIFI
The primary concerns for GIFI are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (53/100 vs 35/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Gulf Island Fabrication Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc., is a manufacturer of steel structures, modules and marine vessels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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