Deere & Company (DE)vsMatthews International Corporation (MATW)
DE
Deere & Company
$681.46
+0.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
MATW
Matthews International Corporation
$20.10
+0.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $659.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 4225% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $1.11B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -2.6%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. MATW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MATW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 752.0% YoY
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MATW
The strongest argument for MATW centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
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 : MATW
The primary concerns for MATW are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MATW is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MATW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at -11.1% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MATW scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Matthews International Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Matthews International Corporation offers global brand solutions, commemoration products and industrial technologies. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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