Deere & Company (DE)vsTimken Company (TKR)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
TKR
Timken Company
$131.83
-1.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 913% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $4.67B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 6.6%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. TKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TKR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.1% YoY
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : TKR
The strongest argument for TKR centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TKR
The primary concerns for TKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while TKR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
TKR is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TKR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Timken Company
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
The Timken Company designs, manufactures and manages engineered bearings and power transmission products and services globally. The company is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio.
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