Crane Company (CR)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CR
Crane Company
$201.82
+2.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.71B
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1750% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $2.59B). CR leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. CR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.5%
Revenue surging 25.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CR
The strongest argument for CR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CR
The primary concerns for CR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CR profiles as a growth stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
CR is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100) and 25.6% revenue growth. 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.
Crane Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Crane Co. manufactures and sells industrial engineering products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, continental Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
Visit Website →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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