Deere & Company (DE)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$210.04
+1.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 184% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $16.70B). RSG leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 10.1%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
RSG
Buy55
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Moderate valuation
2.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
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 : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while RSG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
RSG is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSG scores higher overall (55/100 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.
Republic Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Republic Services, Inc is the second largest provider of non-hazardous solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, recycling, and energy services in the United States, as measured by revenue.
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