Deere & Company (DE)vsFreightcar America Inc (RAIL)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
RAIL
Freightcar America Inc
$6.82
+0.15%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $232.82M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 10240% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $463.52M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -2.7%. RAIL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
RAIL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.6%
Earnings declined 24.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : RAIL
The strongest argument for RAIL centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : RAIL
The primary concerns for RAIL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.00 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while RAIL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
RAIL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
RAIL is growing revenue faster at -4.6% — 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 32/100). 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.
Freightcar America Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
FreightCar America, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells railroad cars and railroad components for the transportation of bulk goods and containerized cargo products primarily in North America. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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