Deere & Company (DE)vsWaste Connections Inc (WCN)
DE
Deere & Company
$640.67
+3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $173.06B
WCN
Waste Connections Inc
$179.76
-1.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $42.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 391% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $9.76B). WCN leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 10.2%. WCN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. WCN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WCN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-8.6%
Fair Value
$158.10
Current Price
$179.76
$21.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
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
4.4% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WCN
WCN has a balanced fundamental profile.
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 : WCN
The primary concerns for WCN are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
WCN is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — 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 53/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Waste Connections Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Connections, Inc. provides waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
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