Deere & Company (DE)vsGrafTech International Ltd (EAF)
DE
Deere & Company
$660.00
+2.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
EAF
GrafTech International Ltd
$11.89
-1.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $194.39M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 9244% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $512.92M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -34.6%. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
EAF
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-51.6%
Fair Value
$5.00
Current Price
$11.89
$6.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -213.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.4%
Earnings declined 63.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : EAF
The strongest argument for EAF centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EAF
The primary concerns for EAF are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while EAF is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EAF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (53/100 vs 22/100). Both earn "Buy" 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.
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.
GrafTech International Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
GrafTech International Ltd. researches, develops, manufactures and sells graphite and carbon based products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn Heights, Ohio.
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