American Airlines Group (AAL)vsDeere & Company (DE)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$14.48
+6.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
DE
Deere & Company
$628.16
+2.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $163.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 18% more annual revenue ($55.99B vs $47.34B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 0.4%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.57. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
AAL
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
DE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.4%
Fair Value
$20.62
Current Price
$14.47
$6.15 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 8.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.57 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 48.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL profiles as a value stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
AAL is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
AAL generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (51/100 vs 47/100). AAL offers better value entry with a 30.4% margin of safety. 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.
American Airlines Group
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
American Airlines Group Inc. is an American publicly traded airline holding company headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
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.
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