Deere & Company (DE)vsManitowoc Company Inc (MTW)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
MTW
Manitowoc Company Inc
$11.85
-4.82%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $428.76M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1990% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $2.26B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 0.3%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MTW
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+0.8%
Fair Value
$15.02
Current Price
$11.85
$3.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
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%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : MTW
The strongest argument for MTW centers on Price/Book.
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 : MTW
The primary concerns for MTW are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 56.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MTW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
MTW is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Manitowoc Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. offers engineered lifting solutions in the Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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