Deere & Company (DE)vsHertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
HTZ
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
$5.60
-2.61%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 450% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $8.50B). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -8.8%. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
HTZ
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+86.5%
Fair Value
$39.02
Current Price
$5.60
$33.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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 -567.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.6%
Earnings declined 30.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : HTZ
The strongest argument for HTZ centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HTZ
The primary concerns for HTZ are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while HTZ is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 2.06 — expect wider price swings.
HTZ is growing revenue faster at -0.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (-1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 36/100). HTZ offers better value entry with a 86.5% 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.
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. is a car rental company. The company is headquartered in Estero, Florida.
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