Deere & Company (DE)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$1,174.61
+1.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 185% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $16.83B). URI leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 10.2%. URI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
URI
Strong Buy72
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 26.0%. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : URI
The primary concerns for URI are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
URI is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (72/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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.
United Rentals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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