Deere & Company (DE)vsWatsco Inc (WSO)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
WSO
Watsco Inc
$314.22
+1.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 558% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $7.28B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 6.5%. WSO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. WSO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WSO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WSO
The strongest argument for WSO centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.21 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 : WSO
The primary concerns for WSO are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while WSO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WSO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
WSO is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WSO scores higher overall (54/100 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.
Watsco Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Watsco, Inc. distributes air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment; and related parts and supplies in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. The company is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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