Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CTAS
Cintas Corporation
$201.50
+1.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $80.63B
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 325% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $11.26B). CTAS leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. CTAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CTAS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-35.2%
Fair Value
$148.24
Current Price
$201.50
$53.26 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : CTAS
The strongest argument for CTAS centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 23.7%.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CTAS
The primary concerns for CTAS are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
CTAS profiles as a mature stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTAS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
CTAS is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTAS scores higher overall (58/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins. 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.
Cintas Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Cintas Corporation is an American corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, which provides a range of products and services to businesses including uniforms, mats, mops, cleaning and restroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire extinguishers and testing, and safety courses.
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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