Deere & Company (DE)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$88.06
+0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 3544% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $1.32B). OTTR leads profitability with a 14.8% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
OTTR
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
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
0.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
OTTR is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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