Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsMasTec Inc (MTZ)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$252.72
+0.64%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $71.52B
MTZ
MasTec Inc
$363.89
-2.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $28.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($16.22B vs $15.28B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 3.0%. MTZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.64. MTZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
MTZ
Buy63
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%
Revenue surging 34.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 508.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 22.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.6x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
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 : MTZ
The strongest argument for MTZ centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : MTZ
The primary concerns for MTZ are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while MTZ is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
MTZ is growing revenue faster at 34.5% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (528M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTZ scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 34.5% 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.
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.
MasTec Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
MasTec, Inc., an infrastructure construction company, provides engineering, construction, installation, maintenance, and upgrade services for communications, energy, utilities, and other infrastructure primarily in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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