Deere & Company (DE)vsStandex International Corporation (SXI)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
SXI
Standex International Corporation
$269.17
+0.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 5275% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $891.60M). SXI leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 10.2%. SXI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. SXI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SXI
Strong Buy66
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 37.2% YoY
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
2.8% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SXI
The strongest argument for SXI centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.95 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 : SXI
The primary concerns for SXI are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while SXI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SXI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
SXI is growing revenue faster at 2.8% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SXI scores higher overall (66/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Standex International Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Standex International Corporation manufactures and sells various products and services for the commercial and industrial markets in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salem, New Hampshire.
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