Deere & Company (DE)vsInsteel Industries Inc (IIIN)
DE
Deere & Company
$613.24
-2.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.54B
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$30.53
+0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $565.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 6761% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $689.91M). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 6.2%. IIIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. IIIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
IIIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$30.23
Current Price
$30.53
$0.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
6.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Earnings declined 48.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while IIIN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
IIIN is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IIIN scores higher overall (56/100 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.
Insteel Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Insteel Industries, Inc., manufactures and markets steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. The company is headquartered in Mount Airy, North Carolina.
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