ITT Inc (ITT)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
ITT
ITT Inc
$204.14
+4.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.10B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$268.16
+1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 248% more annual revenue ($16.47B vs $4.74B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.4% profit margin vs 8.9%. ITT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ITT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
ITW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 51.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 110 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 37.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 26.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ITT
The strongest argument for ITT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 51.5% 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 19.4% and operating margin at 26.9%.
Bear Case : ITT
The primary concerns for ITT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 3.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITT profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ITW is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
ITT is growing revenue faster at 51.5% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (631M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 19.4% 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.
ITT Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
ITT Inc. manufactures and sells critical engineered components and custom technology solutions for the energy, transportation and industrial markets globally. The company is headquartered in White Plains, New York.
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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