Deere & Company (DE)vsWabash National Corporation (WNC)
DE
Deere & Company
$690.46
-0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $191.29B
WNC
Wabash National Corporation
$12.65
-2.92%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $483.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 3267% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $1.42B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -5.5%. WNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. WNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WNC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-14.1%
Fair Value
$10.66
Current Price
$12.65
$1.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 1274.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -26.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WNC
The strongest argument for WNC centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WNC
The primary concerns for WNC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while WNC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WNC scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100). Both earn "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.
Wabash National Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Wabash National Corporation designs, manufactures, and distributes engineered solutions for the transportation, logistics, and distribution industries primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana.
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