Deere & Company (DE)vsSnap-On Inc (SNA)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
SNA
Snap-On Inc
$383.40
+1.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 795% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $5.22B). SNA leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 10.3%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. SNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SNA
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
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
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
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 24.6%.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SNA
The primary concerns for SNA are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while SNA is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
SNA is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
SNA generates stronger free cash flow (348M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SNA scores higher overall (60/100 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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