Deere & Company (DE)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$222.74
+0.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $68.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 184% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $16.89B). RSG leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
RSG
Buy53
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
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
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
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 : 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 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
RSG is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSG scores higher overall (53/100 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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