Deere & Company (DE)vsHayward Holdings Inc (HAYW)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
HAYW
Hayward Holdings Inc
$14.90
-5.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 3969% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $1.15B). HAYW leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 10.3%. HAYW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. HAYW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
HAYW
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-30.7%
Fair Value
$12.93
Current Price
$14.90
$1.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 79.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : HAYW
The strongest argument for HAYW centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HAYW
The primary concerns for HAYW are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while HAYW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HAYW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
HAYW is growing revenue faster at 11.5% — sustainability is the question.
HAYW generates stronger free cash flow (-36M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAYW scores higher overall (67/100 vs 49/100) and 11.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Hayward Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Hayward Holdings, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of various pool equipment and associated automation systems. The company is headquartered in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.
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