Deere & Company (DE)vsSFL Corporation Ltd (SFL)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
+0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
SFL
SFL Corporation Ltd
$13.18
+3.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 6628% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $712.36M). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 9.0%. DE trades at a lower P/E of 37.7x. SFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SFL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+52.7%
Fair Value
$21.14
Current Price
$13.18
$7.96 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 33.7%
Earnings expanding 2179.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
2.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SFL
The strongest argument for SFL centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Price/Book.
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 : SFL
The primary concerns for SFL are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 52.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.30 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while SFL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
SFL is growing revenue faster at 2.7% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SFL scores higher overall (55/100 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.
SFL Corporation Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
SFL Corporation Ltd. is engaged in the ownership, operation and chartering of vessels and related assets offshore in medium and long-term charters. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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