Deere & Company (DE)vsIDEX Corporation (IEX)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
IEX
IDEX Corporation
$224.21
+1.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1237% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $3.59B). IEX leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. IEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
IEX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-65.7%
Fair Value
$127.66
Current Price
$224.21
$96.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : IEX
The strongest argument for IEX centers on Operating Margin.
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 : IEX
The primary concerns for IEX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while IEX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IEX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
IEX is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IEX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100). 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.
IDEX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
IDEX Corporation, based in Northbrook, Illinois, is a publicly traded company engaged in the development, design, and manufacture of fluidics systems and specialty engineered products.
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