Deere & Company (DE)vsTerex Corporation (TEX)
DE
Deere & Company
$685.63
-0.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
TEX
Terex Corporation
$57.88
-1.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 618% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $6.68B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 2.2%. TEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. TEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TEX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-80.6%
Fair Value
$38.25
Current Price
$57.88
$19.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 50.5% year-over-year
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
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
2.2% margin — thin
Earnings declined 11.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TEX
The strongest argument for TEX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 50.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.18 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 : TEX
The primary concerns for TEX are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while TEX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
TEX is growing revenue faster at 50.5% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TEX scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100) and 50.5% 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.
Terex Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Terex Corporation manufactures and sells aerial work platforms and materials processing machinery worldwide. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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