Deere & Company (DE)vsUnifirst Corporation (UNF)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
UNF
Unifirst Corporation
$251.14
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1823% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $2.49B). DE leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 4.7%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. DE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UNF
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-38.9%
Fair Value
$169.22
Current Price
$251.14
$81.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% revenue growth
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : UNF
The strongest argument for UNF centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNF
The primary concerns for UNF are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
DE is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — 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 (53/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Unifirst Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
UniFirst Corporation provides workplace uniforms and protective work clothing in the United States, Europe, and Canada. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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