Deere & Company (DE)vsLegence Corp. Class A Common stock (LGN)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
LGN
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
$56.65
-6.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1180% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $3.75B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -1.2%. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
LGN
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 110.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 2.8%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -7.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : LGN
The strongest argument for LGN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 110.7% 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 : LGN
The primary concerns for LGN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while LGN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LGN is growing revenue faster at 110.7% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 36/100). 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.
Legence Corp. Class A Common stock
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Legence Corp. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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