Deere & Company (DE)vsStealthGas Inc (GASS)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+0.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
GASS
StealthGas Inc
$8.11
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $311.57M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 28150% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $169.65M). GASS leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 10.2%. GASS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. GASS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
GASS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 16.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : GASS
The strongest argument for GASS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 31.6%. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : GASS
The primary concerns for GASS are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while GASS is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — 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
GASS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 35.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
StealthGas Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
StealthGas Inc., provides maritime transportation services to producers and users of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) internationally. The company is headquartered in Athens, Greece.
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