Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
GLDD
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
$17.00
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.14B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 1706% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $888.28M). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 8.3%. GLDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. GLDD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
GLDD
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-16.7%
Fair Value
$14.53
Current Price
$17.00
$2.47 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ITW.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.5% year-over-year
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 37.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLDD
The strongest argument for GLDD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : GLDD
The primary concerns for GLDD are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLDD profiles as a growth stock while ITW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GLDD is growing revenue faster at 26.5% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLDD scores higher overall (60/100 vs 58/100) and 26.5% revenue growth. 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.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation provides dredging services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →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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