Deere & Company (DE)vsOwens Corning Inc (OC)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
OC
Owens Corning Inc
$119.20
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 381% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $9.84B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs -5.4%. OC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.62. OC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
OC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 31.2% 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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : OC
The strongest argument for OC 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 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OC
The primary concerns for OC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while OC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
OC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
OC is growing revenue faster at -10.5% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OC scores higher overall (51/100 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.
Owens Corning Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Owens Corning manufactures and markets a range of fiberglass, roofing and insulation composites in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia Pacific and internationally. The company is headquartered in Toledo, Ohio.
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