CVD Equipment Corporation (CVV)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CVV
CVD Equipment Corporation
$6.78
+3.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.38M
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 181126% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $25.79M). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -6.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
CVV
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.8%
Fair Value
$9.40
Current Price
$6.78
$2.62 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 33.2%
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 : CVV
The strongest argument for CVV centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bear Case : CVV
The primary concerns for CVV are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVV 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.
DE is growing revenue faster at -11.1% — sustainability is the question.
CVV generates stronger free cash flow (396,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 37/100). CVV offers better value entry with a 54.8% 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.
CVD Equipment Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
CVD Equipment Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and sells equipment and process solutions that are used to develop and manufacture materials and coatings for research and industrial applications in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Central Islip, New York.
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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