CoreCivic Inc (CXW)vsDeere & Company (DE)
CXW
CoreCivic Inc
$20.33
-6.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.16B
DE
Deere & Company
$574.84
-0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 2013% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $2.21B). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 5.3%. CXW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. CXW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
CXW
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.2%
Fair Value
$40.38
Current Price
$20.33
$20.05 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 42.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
5.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : CXW
The strongest argument for CXW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 26.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bear Case : CXW
The primary concerns for CXW are Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CXW profiles as a growth stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
CXW is growing revenue faster at 26.0% — sustainability is the question.
CXW generates stronger free cash flow (-42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CXW scores higher overall (70/100 vs 49/100) and 26.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
CoreCivic Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
CoreCivic, Inc. owns and operates partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee.
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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