Deere & Company (DE)vsMarten Transport Ltd (MRTN)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
MRTN
Marten Transport Ltd
$15.08
+1.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 5309% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $864.03M). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 1.7%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MRTN
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$25.20
Current Price
$15.08
$10.12 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : MRTN
The strongest argument for MRTN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MRTN
The primary concerns for MRTN are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 83.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MRTN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
MRTN is growing revenue faster at -8.8% — sustainability is the question.
MRTN generates stronger free cash flow (-14M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 41/100). MRTN offers better value entry with a 45.6% 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.
Marten Transport Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Marten Transport, Ltd. is a temperature sensitive cargo truck for carriers in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Mondovi, Wisconsin.
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