Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc (HY)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
HY
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc
$39.47
+2.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $704.73M
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 326% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $3.77B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs -1.6%. HY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
HY
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -11.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 13.5%
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 : HY
The strongest argument for HY centers on Price/Book.
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 : HY
The primary concerns for HY are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HY profiles as a turnaround stock while ITW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
ITW is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 38/100), 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.
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. designs, designs, manufactures, sells and services a worldwide line of forklift trucks, accessories and replacement parts. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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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