Deere & Company (DE)vsNAPCO Security Technologies Inc (NSSC)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
NSSC
NAPCO Security Technologies Inc
$45.18
-1.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 24236% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $192.03M). NSSC leads profitability with a 24.7% profit margin vs 10.3%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. NSSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
NSSC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 21.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : NSSC
The strongest argument for NSSC centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.7% and operating margin at 17.8%.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NSSC
The primary concerns for NSSC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while NSSC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NSSC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
NSSC is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
NSSC generates stronger free cash flow (13M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NSSC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 24.7% margins. 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.
NAPCO Security Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Napco Security Technologies, Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells security products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Amityville, New York.
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