Deere & Company (DE)vsTranscat Inc (TRNS)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
TRNS
Transcat Inc
$90.20
-0.40%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $838.51M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 14163% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $331.88M). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 1.6%. DE trades at a lower P/E of 32.8x. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TRNS
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.8% 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 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : TRNS
The strongest argument for TRNS centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : TRNS
The primary concerns for TRNS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 157.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while TRNS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
TRNS is growing revenue faster at 15.8% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 37/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Transcat Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Transcat, Inc. provides laboratory instrument and calibration services in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
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