Deere & Company (DE)vsSnap-On Inc (SNA)
DE
Deere & Company
$703.12
+0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
SNA
Snap-On Inc
$370.25
-0.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 809% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $5.27B). SNA leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. SNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SNA
Buy62
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
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
4.2% revenue growth
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 : SNA
The strongest argument for SNA centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 25.4%.
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 : SNA
The primary concerns for SNA are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while SNA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
SNA is growing revenue faster at 4.2% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SNA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. 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.
Snap-On Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Snap-on Incorporated is an American designer, manufacturer and marketer of high-end tools and equipment for professional use in the transportation industry including the automotive, heavy duty, equipment, marine, aviation, and railroad industries.
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