Deere & Company (DE)vsConstruction Partners Inc (ROAD)
DE
Deere & Company
$583.44
+1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.36B
ROAD
Construction Partners Inc
$110.57
-2.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1353% more annual revenue ($47.34B vs $3.26B). DE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 3.9%. ROAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. ROAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
ROAD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-73.2%
Fair Value
$77.50
Current Price
$110.57
$33.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 34.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.7% 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
3.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : ROAD
The strongest argument for ROAD centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ROAD
The primary concerns for ROAD are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 49.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while ROAD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
ROAD is growing revenue faster at 34.6% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROAD scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100) and 34.6% revenue growth. 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.
Construction Partners Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Construction Partners, Inc., a civil infrastructure company, is engaged in the construction and maintenance of highways in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The company is headquartered in Dothan, Alabama.
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