Deere & Company (DE)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
DE
Deere & Company
$574.84
-0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.81B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$298.04
-0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $63.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Travelers Companies Inc generates 5% more annual revenue ($48.94B vs $46.73B). TRV leads profitability with a 15.5% profit margin vs 10.3%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TRV
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 357.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 18.7%.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while TRV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
TRV is growing revenue faster at 1.0% — sustainability is the question.
TRV generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRV scores higher overall (72/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 15.5% margins. 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.
The Travelers Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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