Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsNAPCO Security Technologies Inc (NSSC)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
NSSC
NAPCO Security Technologies Inc
$45.18
-1.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 8255% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $192.03M). NSSC leads profitability with a 24.7% profit margin vs 19.1%. ITW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
NSSC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
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%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 21.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
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 : NSSC
The strongest argument for NSSC centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.7% and operating margin at 17.8%.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NSSC
The primary concerns for NSSC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while NSSC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NSSC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
NSSC is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 19.1% 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.
NAPCO Security Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Napco Security Technologies, Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells security products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Amityville, New York.
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