Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsMesa Air Group Inc (MESA)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
MESA
Mesa Air Group Inc
$1.40
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 3852% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $406.02M). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs -43.7%. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
MESA
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.1x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -378.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 19.1% and operating margin at 26.8%.
Bull Case : MESA
MESA has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MESA
The primary concerns for MESA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while MESA is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MESA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.49 — 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 36/100), 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.
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.
Mesa Air Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Mesa Air Group, Inc. is the parent company of Mesa Airlines, Inc. providing regional air transportation services under capacity purchase agreements with American Airlines and United Airlines. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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