AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsAstec Industries Inc (ASTE)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$111.43
-2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.03B
ASTE
Astec Industries Inc
$38.64
+3.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $863.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 551% more annual revenue ($10.14B vs $1.56B). AGCO leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs 0.8%. ASTE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. AGCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
AGCO
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
ASTE
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGCO.
Margin of Safety
-6.3%
Fair Value
$54.59
Current Price
$38.64
$15.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.8% margin — thin
Revenue declined 8.6%
Earnings declined 81.8%
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGCO
The strongest argument for AGCO centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ASTE
The strongest argument for ASTE centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : ASTE
The primary concerns for ASTE are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 75.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASTE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
ASTE is growing revenue faster at 0.7% — sustainability is the question.
ASTE generates stronger free cash flow (2M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AGCO scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100). 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.
AGCO Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
AGCO Corporation manufactures and distributes agricultural equipment and related spare parts worldwide. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia.
Visit Website →Astec Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Astec Industries, Inc. designs, designs, manufactures, and markets equipment and components used primarily in highway construction and related construction activities in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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