Deere & Company (DE)vsWW Grainger Inc (GWW)
DE
Deere & Company
$560.02
-0.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
GWW
WW Grainger Inc
$1,144.81
-1.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $54.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 160% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $17.94B). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 9.5%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. GWW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
GWW
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-82.5%
Fair Value
$658.96
Current Price
$1144.81
$485.85 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Trading at 14.5x book value
4.5% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : GWW
The strongest argument for GWW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GWW
The primary concerns for GWW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while GWW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GWW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
GWW is growing revenue faster at 4.5% — sustainability is the question.
GWW generates stronger free cash flow (269M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GWW scores higher overall (50/100 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.
WW Grainger Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is an American Fortune 500 industrial supply company founded in 1927 in Chicago by William W. (Bill) Grainger.
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