Deere & Company (DE)vsRentokil Initial PLC (RTO)
DE
Deere & Company
$684.73
+2.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
RTO
Rentokil Initial PLC
$21.36
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 572% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $7.13B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 6.7%. RTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. RTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
RTO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-23.5%
Fair Value
$26.32
Current Price
$21.36
$4.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
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%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.2% earnings growth
6.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : RTO
The strongest argument for RTO centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : RTO
The primary concerns for RTO are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while RTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
RTO is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTO 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.
Rentokil Initial PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Rentokil Initial plc offers route-based services in North America, the UK, the rest of Europe, Asia, the Pacific and internationally. The company is headquartered in Crawley, the United Kingdom.
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