Deere & Company (DE)vsLandstar System Inc (LSTR)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
LSTR
Landstar System Inc
$218.06
-0.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 891% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $4.78B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 2.6%. LSTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. LSTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
LSTR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-71.8%
Fair Value
$94.75
Current Price
$218.06
$123.31 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 36.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.3x book value
1.6% revenue growth
2.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : LSTR
The strongest argument for LSTR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LSTR
The primary concerns for LSTR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 62.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while LSTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
LSTR is growing revenue faster at 1.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LSTR scores higher overall (51/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Landstar System Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Landstar System, Inc. provides integrated transportation management solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
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