Crane NXT Co (CXT)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
CXT
Crane NXT Co
$36.13
-2.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.44B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$252.72
+0.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $71.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 846% more annual revenue ($16.22B vs $1.71B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 7.6%. CXT trades at a lower P/E of 19.0x. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CXT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.4% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 97 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Areas to Watch
7.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 71.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 22.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CXT
The strongest argument for CXT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.4% 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 19.3% and operating margin at 25.7%.
Bear Case : CXT
The primary concerns for CXT are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CXT profiles as a growth stock while ITW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CXT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
CXT is growing revenue faster at 17.4% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (528M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. 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.
Crane NXT Co
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Crane NXT, Co. focuses on payment and merchandising technologies. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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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