Arts-Way Manufacturing Co Inc (ARTW)vsDeere & Company (DE)
ARTW
Arts-Way Manufacturing Co Inc
$2.23
-1.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.39M
DE
Deere & Company
$577.99
-0.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 203296% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $22.98M). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 4.5%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ARTW
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
DE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+75.4%
Fair Value
$9.36
Current Price
$2.23
$7.13 discount
Margin of Safety
-379.7%
Fair Value
$120.50
Current Price
$577.99
$457.49 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 58.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.5% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 17.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 24.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARTW
The strongest argument for ARTW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARTW
The primary concerns for ARTW are Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
ARTW generates stronger free cash flow (-1M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (51/100 vs 48/100) and 13.0% revenue growth. ARTW offers better value entry with a 75.4% 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.
Arts-Way Manufacturing Co Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Art's-Way Manufacturing Co., Inc. manufactures and sells agricultural equipment, specialized modular science buildings, and steel cutting tools in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Armstrong, Iowa.
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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