Deere & Company (DE)vsHumana Inc (HUM)
DE
Deere & Company
$591.64
+2.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.23B
HUM
Humana Inc
$246.33
+2.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $28.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Humana Inc generates 194% more annual revenue ($137.20B vs $46.73B). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 0.8%. HUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. HUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
HUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+81.0%
Fair Value
$1141.73
Current Price
$246.33
$895.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Earnings declined 4.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : HUM
The strongest argument for HUM centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HUM
The primary concerns for HUM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while HUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
HUM is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
HUM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HUM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100) and 23.5% 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.
Humana Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Humana Inc. is a for-profit American health insurance company based in Louisville, Kentucky.
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