Deere & Company (DE)vsMasco Corporation (MAS)
DE
Deere & Company
$560.02
-0.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
MAS
Masco Corporation
$71.26
-4.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 509% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $7.68B). MAS leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 10.3%. MAS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. MAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MAS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 85 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 20.0% 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
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : MAS
The strongest argument for MAS centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MAS
The primary concerns for MAS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MAS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
MAS is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
MAS generates stronger free cash flow (-113M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MAS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Masco Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Masco Corporation is a manufacturer of products for the home improvement and new home construction markets.
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