Deere & Company (DE)vsHirequest Inc (HQI)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
HQI
Hirequest Inc
$16.05
+1.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $232.11M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 158857% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $30.15M). HQI leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 10.2%. HQI trades at a lower P/E of 26.9x. HQI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
HQI
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+56.5%
Fair Value
$24.51
Current Price
$16.05
$8.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Earnings expanding 156.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : HQI
The strongest argument for HQI centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 41.3%.
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 : HQI
The primary concerns for HQI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while HQI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HQI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
HQI is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HQI scores higher overall (53/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins. 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.
Hirequest Inc
INDUSTRIALS · STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES · USA
HireQuest, Inc. provides temporary and on-demand staffing solutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Goose Creek, South Carolina.
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