Deere & Company (DE)vsSmith & Wesson Brands Inc (SWBI)
DE
Deere & Company
$560.02
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
SWBI
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc
$15.54
+0.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $678.09M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 9511% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $486.22M). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 2.2%. SWBI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. SWBI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SWBI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+20.4%
Fair Value
$14.81
Current Price
$15.54
$0.73 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 67.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : SWBI
The strongest argument for SWBI centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.84 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.
Bear Case : SWBI
The primary concerns for SWBI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while SWBI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
SWBI is growing revenue faster at 17.1% — sustainability is the question.
SWBI generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SWBI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100) and 17.1% revenue growth. 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.
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells firearms worldwide. The company is headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts.
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