Deere & Company (DE)vsMiddleby Corp (MIDD)
DE
Deere & Company
$665.83
+1.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.13B
MIDD
Middleby Corp
$127.55
+3.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1314% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $3.39B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -13.9%. MIDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
MIDD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+48.8%
Fair Value
$320.20
Current Price
$127.55
$192.65 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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 39.3%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MIDD
The strongest argument for MIDD centers on Price/Book.
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 : MIDD
The primary concerns for MIDD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while MIDD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MIDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
MIDD is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (53/100 vs 51/100). MIDD offers better value entry with a 48.8% margin of safety. 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.
Middleby Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Middleby Corporation designs, manufactures, markets, distributes and services a variety of residential kitchen, food processing and foodservice equipment in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.
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