Deere & Company (DE)vsGranite Construction Incorporated (GVA)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
GVA
Granite Construction Incorporated
$122.55
-1.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 956% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $4.42B). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 4.4%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. GVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
GVA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-31.7%
Fair Value
$101.15
Current Price
$122.55
$21.40 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
19.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : GVA
The strongest argument for GVA centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GVA
The primary concerns for GVA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while GVA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
GVA is growing revenue faster at 19.2% — sustainability is the question.
GVA generates stronger free cash flow (129M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GVA scores higher overall (58/100 vs 49/100) and 19.2% 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.
Granite Construction Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Granite Construction Incorporated is an infrastructure contractor and producer of building materials in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watsonville, California.
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