Deere & Company (DE)vsGlobal Payments Inc (GPN)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$88.29
-0.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 370% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $10.21B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -9.2%. GPN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.27. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
GPN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$142.91
Current Price
$88.29
$54.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 68.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -4.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 95.2%
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 : GPN
The strongest argument for GPN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 68.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.27 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 : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. A P/E of 44.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while GPN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
GPN is growing revenue faster at 68.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100) and 68.6% revenue growth. 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.
Global Payments Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Global Payments Inc. is an American company providing financial technology services globally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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