Deere & Company (DE)vsHuron Consulting Group Inc (HURN)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
HURN
Huron Consulting Group Inc
$193.68
-1.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 2602% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $1.77B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 6.5%. HURN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. HURN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
HURN
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 75.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
15.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
6.5% margin — thin
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 : HURN
The strongest argument for HURN centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HURN
The primary concerns for HURN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.25 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while HURN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
HURN is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HURN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 53/100) and 15.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Huron Consulting Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
Huron Consulting Group Inc., a professional services firm, provides consulting services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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