Bloom Energy Corp (BE)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
BE
Bloom Energy Corp
$287.97
+27.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $65.70B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$265.67
-1.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 693% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $2.02B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs -4.4%. ITW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.73. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BE
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 35.9% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 94 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.8%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 104.7x book value
ROE of -12.7% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BE
The strongest argument for BE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 35.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ITW
The strongest argument for ITW centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 26.8%.
Bear Case : BE
The primary concerns for BE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ITW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BE carries more volatility with a beta of 3.19 — expect wider price swings.
BE is growing revenue faster at 35.9% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins. 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.
Bloom Energy Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation in the United States, Japan, China, India, and the Republic of Korea. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Illinois Tool Works Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Illinois Tool Works Inc. or ITW is an American company that produces engineered fasteners and components, equipment and consumable systems, and specialty products.
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