Deere & Company (DE)vsHumana Inc (HUM)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $155.34B
HUM
Humana Inc
$350.08
+0.08%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $45.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Humana Inc generates 190% more annual revenue ($137.20B vs $47.34B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 0.8%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. HUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
HUM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+23.7%
Fair Value
$403.67
Current Price
$350.08
$53.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
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
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : HUM
The strongest argument for HUM centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HUM
The primary concerns for HUM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while HUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
HUM is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
HUM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HUM scores higher overall (52/100 vs 49/100) and 23.5% 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.
Humana Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Humana Inc. is a for-profit American health insurance company based in Louisville, Kentucky.
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