Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsJB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$252.72
+0.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $71.52B
JBHT
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
$283.31
+0.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $27.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 34% more annual revenue ($16.22B vs $12.13B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 5.1%. ITW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.43. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
JBHT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 27.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 22.6x book value
4.6% revenue growth
5.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : JBHT
The strongest argument for JBHT centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
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.
Bear Case : JBHT
The primary concerns for JBHT are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 44.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBHT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
JBHT is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (528M), providing more financial flexibility.
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.
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.
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is an American transportation and logistics company based in Lowell, Arkansas.
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