Deere & Company (DE)vsTimken Company (TKR)
DE
Deere & Company
$703.12
+0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
TKR
Timken Company
$115.52
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 907% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $4.76B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 5.4%. TKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.28. TKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TKR
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
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%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
5.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 63.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TKR
The strongest argument for TKR centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.28 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 : TKR
The primary concerns for TKR are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while TKR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
TKR is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TKR scores higher overall (53/100 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.
Timken Company
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
The Timken Company designs, manufactures and manages engineered bearings and power transmission products and services globally. The company is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio.
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