Deere & Company (DE)vsWatts Water Technologies Inc (WTS)
DE
Deere & Company
$589.87
+5.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $159.33B
WTS
Watts Water Technologies Inc
$300.16
+0.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1816% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $2.44B). WTS leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 10.3%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. WTS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WTS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Margin of Safety
-44.7%
Fair Value
$217.51
Current Price
$300.16
$82.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : WTS
The strongest argument for WTS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WTS
The primary concerns for WTS are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while WTS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
WTS is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
WTS generates stronger free cash flow (140M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WTS scores higher overall (58/100 vs 49/100) and 15.7% revenue growth. 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.
Watts Water Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and systems that manage and conserve the flow of fluids and energy to, through and from buildings in the commercial and residential markets of the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. . The company is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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