Deere & Company (DE)vsSeaboard Corporation (SEB)
DE
Deere & Company
$574.84
-0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.81B
SEB
Seaboard Corporation
$4,540.14
+0.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 375% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $9.83B). DE leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 5.9%. SEB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. SEB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SEB
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+49.9%
Fair Value
$11112.70
Current Price
$4540.14
$6572.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 277.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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%
3.6% revenue growth
5.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : SEB
The strongest argument for SEB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. 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, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SEB
The primary concerns for SEB are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while SEB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
SEB is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
SEB generates stronger free cash flow (-150M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SEB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 49/100). 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.
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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