Deere & Company (DE)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
DE
Deere & Company
$639.84
-4.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $163.94B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$218.58
-1.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $262.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 91% more annual revenue ($90.37B vs $47.34B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 8.0%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 8.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
RTX is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
RTX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and market capitalization. Raytheon Technologies (RTX) researches, develops, and manufactures advanced technology products in the aerospace and defense industry, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones.
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