Deere & Company (DE)vsGlobal Payments Inc (GPN)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$83.55
+2.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $22.14B
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 0.21. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
GPN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+49.1%
Fair Value
$141.90
Current Price
$83.55
$58.35 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
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
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 0.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while GPN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — 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 (61/100 vs 53/100) and 68.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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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