Deere & Company (DE)vsTaylor Devices Inc (TAYD)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
TAYD
Taylor Devices Inc
$59.98
+1.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $200.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 114972% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $41.65M). TAYD leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 10.2%. TAYD trades at a lower P/E of 23.7x. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TAYD
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 42.5%
Earnings declined 47.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TAYD
The strongest argument for TAYD centers on Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 6.2%.
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 : TAYD
The primary concerns for TAYD are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAYD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at -11.1% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DE scores higher overall (49/100 vs 38/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Taylor Devices Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Taylor Devices, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and markets shock absorption, speed control, and energy storage devices for use in machinery, equipment, and structures in North America, Asia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in North Tonawanda, New York.
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