Deere & Company (DE)vsLB Foster Company (FSTR)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
FSTR
LB Foster Company
$37.59
+0.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $387.97M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 8484% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $558.35M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 2.0%. FSTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. FSTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
FSTR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-16.0%
Fair Value
$27.20
Current Price
$37.59
$10.39 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : FSTR
The strongest argument for FSTR centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : FSTR
The primary concerns for FSTR are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while FSTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
FSTR is growing revenue faster at -3.5% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSTR scores higher overall (52/100 vs 49/100). 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.
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.
LB Foster Company
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
LB Foster Company provides products and services for the rail industry and solutions to support critical infrastructure projects globally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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