Deere & Company (DE)vsSeaboard Corporation (SEB)
DE
Deere & Company
$694.94
-0.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $191.29B
SEB
Seaboard Corporation
$3,969.18
+0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 367% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $10.27B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 6.2%. SEB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. SEB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
SEB
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-23.7%
Fair Value
$4501.65
Current Price
$3969.18
$532.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 51.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
6.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SEB
The strongest argument for SEB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 17.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SEB
The primary concerns for SEB are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a value stock while SEB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
SEB is growing revenue faster at 17.8% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SEB scores higher overall (69/100 vs 53/100) and 17.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Seaboard Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Seaboard Corporation is a global agribusiness and transportation company. The company is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas.
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