Deere & Company (DE)vsMatrix Service Co (MTRX)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
MTRX
Matrix Service Co
$10.61
+2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $300.46M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 5386% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $873.63M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -0.3%. MTRX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. MTRX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MTRX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+13.1%
Fair Value
$13.39
Current Price
$10.61
$2.78 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 175.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.0%
ROE of -10.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MTRX
The strongest argument for MTRX centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MTRX
The primary concerns for MTRX are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MTRX is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTRX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
MTRX is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTRX scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100) and 13.0% revenue growth. 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.
Matrix Service Co
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Matrix Service Company provides engineering, manufacturing, infrastructure, construction, and maintenance services primarily to the oil, gas, energy, petrochemical, industrial, agricultural, mining, and mineral markets in the United States, Canada, South Korea, Australia, and internationally. . The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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