Deere & Company (DE)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$276.07
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 191% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $16.47B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.4% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
ITW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 110 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 27.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : ITW
The strongest argument for ITW centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.4% and operating margin at 26.9%.
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 : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 3.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while ITW is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
ITW is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (62/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 19.4% margins. Both earn "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.
Illinois Tool Works Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Illinois Tool Works Inc. or ITW is an American company that produces engineered fasteners and components, equipment and consumable systems, and specialty products.
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