Custom Truck One Source Inc (CTOS)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CTOS
Custom Truck One Source Inc
$9.68
-3.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.42B
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $155.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 2287% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $1.98B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs -0.9%. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
CTOS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-88.1%
Fair Value
$3.77
Current Price
$9.68
$5.91 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of -2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 26.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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 : CTOS
The strongest argument for CTOS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bear Case : CTOS
The primary concerns for CTOS are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTOS profiles as a turnaround stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTOS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
CTOS is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Custom Truck One Source Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Custom Truck One Source, Inc. provides specialized equipment rental services to the electrical, telecommunications, and railroad transmission and distribution industries in North America. The company is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
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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