Deere & Company (DE)vsMayville Engineering Co Inc (MEC)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
-0.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
MEC
Mayville Engineering Co Inc
$32.58
+0.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $847.68M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 8419% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $555.69M). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs -2.9%. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MEC
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : MEC
The strongest argument for MEC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MEC
The primary concerns for MEC are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MEC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
MEC is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 29/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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.
Mayville Engineering Co Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Mayville Engineering Company, Inc., is a contract manufacturer serving medium-duty and heavy commercial vehicles, construction and access equipment, motorsports, agriculture, military, and other end markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mayville, Wisconsin.
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