Deere & Company (DE)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$209.22
+0.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 182% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $16.59B). RSG leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 10.3%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
RSG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.2% 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 : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while RSG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
RSG is growing revenue faster at 2.2% — sustainability is the question.
RSG generates stronger free cash flow (404M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSG 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.
Republic Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Republic Services, Inc is the second largest provider of non-hazardous solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, recycling, and energy services in the United States, as measured by revenue.
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