Deere & Company (DE)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
-0.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.77
+0.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 3503% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $1.31B). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 10.1%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
OTTR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
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
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
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 : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
OTTR is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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