Caesarstone Ltd (CSTE)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CSTE
Caesarstone Ltd
$1.34
-10.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $59.47M
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 11664% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $397.23M). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -34.6%. CSTE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
CSTE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.5%
Fair Value
$18.64
Current Price
$1.34
$17.30 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 587.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -66.7% — below average capital efficiency
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 : CSTE
The strongest argument for CSTE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bear Case : CSTE
The primary concerns for CSTE are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSTE profiles as a turnaround stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
CSTE is growing revenue faster at -3.5% — sustainability is the question.
CSTE generates stronger free cash flow (-10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 48/100). CSTE offers better value entry with a 87.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Caesarstone Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Caesarstone Ltd., develops, manufactures and markets quartz surfaces designed under the Caesarstone brand in the United States, Australia, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Israel, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The company is headquartered in MP Menashe, Israel.
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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