Deere & Company (DE)vsJanus International Group Inc (JBI)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
JBI
Janus International Group Inc
$4.24
-1.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $607.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 5215% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $901.80M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 3.7%. JBI trades at a lower P/E of 18.5x. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
JBI
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+1.3%
Fair Value
$7.47
Current Price
$4.24
$3.23 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
2.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : JBI
The strongest argument for JBI centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
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 : JBI
The primary concerns for JBI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (53/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Janus International Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Janus International Group, Inc. manufactures and supplies turnkey self-service solutions and commercial and industrial construction solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Temple, Georgia.
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