Deere & Company (DE)vsMSC Industrial Direct Company Inc (MSM)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
MSM
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
$120.51
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1126% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $3.91B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 5.9%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. MSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MSM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+1.4%
Fair Value
$96.39
Current Price
$120.51
$24.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 41.1% 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
Moderate valuation
5.9% margin — thin
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 : MSM
The strongest argument for MSM centers on Altman Z-Score, 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 : MSM
The primary concerns for MSM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while MSM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
MSM is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSM scores higher overall (61/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "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.
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
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