Deere & Company (DE)vsFuel Tech Inc (FTEK)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
FTEK
Fuel Tech Inc
$1.73
+6.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $43.08M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 175444% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $27.30M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -12.8%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
FTEK
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+40.4%
Fair Value
$2.23
Current Price
$1.73
$0.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 276.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : FTEK
The strongest argument for FTEK centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : FTEK
The primary concerns for FTEK are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while FTEK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTEK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
FTEK is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 45/100). FTEK offers better value entry with a 40.4% 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.
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.
Fuel Tech Inc
INDUSTRIALS · POLLUTION & TREATMENT CONTROLS · USA
Fuel Tech, Inc. provides boiler optimization, efficiency improvement, and air pollution control and reduction solutions to industrial and utility customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois.
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