Deere & Company (DE)vsMayville Engineering Co Inc (MEC)
DE
Deere & Company
$669.47
+2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
MEC
Mayville Engineering Co Inc
$17.44
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $461.30M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 8074% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $586.34M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -3.0%. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MEC
Hold43
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
Revenue surging 23.2% 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%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.3%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MEC
The strongest argument for MEC centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.2% 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 : MEC
The primary concerns for MEC are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MEC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
MEC is growing revenue faster at 23.2% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 43/100). 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.
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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