Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$135.46
-1.45%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.13B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$251.65
-1.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 12% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $16.22B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 12.7%. EMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
EMR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Every $100 of equity generates 97 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
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 25.4%.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
ITW is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 51/100), 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.
Emerson Electric Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Emerson Electric Co. is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Ferguson, Missouri. The Fortune 500 company manufactures products and provides engineering services for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
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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