Deere & Company (DE)vsInnovative Solutions and Support (ISSC)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
ISSC
Innovative Solutions and Support
$19.08
+1.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $443.54M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 51351% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $93.15M). ISSC leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 10.2%. ISSC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. ISSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
ISSC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+10.9%
Fair Value
$21.30
Current Price
$19.08
$2.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 80.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : ISSC
The strongest argument for ISSC centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 23.7%. Revenue growth of 10.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ISSC
The primary concerns for ISSC are Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while ISSC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
ISSC is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ISSC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 10.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Innovative Solutions and Support
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Innovative Solutions and Support, Inc., a systems integrator, designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and provides flight guidance, auto-throttle, and cockpit display systems services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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