AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsHirequest Inc (HQI)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$121.10
-0.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.92B
HQI
Hirequest Inc
$16.05
+1.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $232.11M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 34224% more annual revenue ($10.35B vs $30.15M). HQI leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 5.2%. AGCO trades at a lower P/E of 17.6x. HQI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
AGCO
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HQI
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGCO.
Margin of Safety
+56.5%
Fair Value
$24.51
Current Price
$16.05
$8.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Earnings expanding 156.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.0%
Earnings declined 74.4%
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGCO
The strongest argument for AGCO centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HQI
The strongest argument for HQI centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HQI
The primary concerns for HQI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO profiles as a value stock while HQI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HQI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
HQI is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGCO generates stronger free cash flow (108M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HQI scores higher overall (53/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins. 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.
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 →Hirequest Inc
INDUSTRIALS · STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES · USA
HireQuest, Inc. provides temporary and on-demand staffing solutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Goose Creek, South Carolina.
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