Deere & Company (DE)vsStanley Black & Decker Inc (SWK)
DE
Deere & Company
$703.12
+0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
SWK
Stanley Black & Decker Inc
$91.76
-0.40%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 214% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $15.25B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 4.1%. SWK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. SWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SWK
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
+12.4%
Fair Value
$103.34
Current Price
$91.76
$11.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 247.8% 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%
0.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 6.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SWK
The strongest argument for SWK centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 1.39 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. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SWK
The primary concerns for SWK are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while SWK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SWK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
SWK is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SWK scores higher overall (64/100 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.
Stanley Black & Decker Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., formerly known as The Stanley Works, is a Fortune 500 American manufacturer of industrial tools and household hardware and provider of security products. Headquartered in the greater Hartford city of New Britain, Connecticut, Stanley Black & Decker is the result of the merger of Stanley Works and Black & Decker on March 12, 2010.
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