Deere & Company (DE)vsSterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
STRL
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.
$511.04
+5.40%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1294% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $3.44B). STRL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 10.2%. STRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. STRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
STRL
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Revenue surging 90.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 116.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
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
Trading at 11.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 90.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.60 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 : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while STRL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
STRL is growing revenue faster at 90.1% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STRL scores higher overall (76/100 vs 49/100) and 90.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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