Deere & Company (DE)vsLB Foster Company (FSTR)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
FSTR
LB Foster Company
$30.61
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $334.99M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 8554% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $540.01M). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 1.4%. FSTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. FSTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
FSTR
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+29.9%
Fair Value
$45.01
Current Price
$30.61
$14.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : FSTR
The strongest argument for FSTR centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 25.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.24 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.
Bear Case : FSTR
The primary concerns for FSTR are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 46.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while FSTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
FSTR is growing revenue faster at 25.1% — sustainability is the question.
FSTR generates stronger free cash flow (14M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSTR scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100) and 25.1% revenue growth. 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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