Deere & Company (DE)vsLegalZoom.com Inc (LZ)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
LZ
LegalZoom.com Inc
$5.74
-1.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 5971% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $779.71M). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 1.5%. DE trades at a lower P/E of 32.8x. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
LZ
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+28.9%
Fair Value
$10.00
Current Price
$5.74
$4.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : LZ
The strongest argument for LZ centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : LZ
The primary concerns for LZ are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 98.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while LZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
LZ is growing revenue faster at 12.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 36/100). LZ offers better value entry with a 28.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
LegalZoom.com Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
LegalZoom.com, Inc. operates an online platform for legal and compliance solutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Glendale, California.
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