Deere & Company (DE)vsWoodward Inc (WWD)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
WWD
Woodward Inc
$337.26
+1.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 1043% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $4.19B). WWD leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. WWD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WWD
Buy65
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Revenue surging 21.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WWD
The strongest argument for WWD centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WWD
The primary concerns for WWD are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while WWD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
WWD is growing revenue faster at 21.2% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WWD scores higher overall (65/100 vs 49/100) and 21.2% 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.
Woodward Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Woodward, Inc. designs, manufactures and services control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.
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