Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$293.45
+2.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $79.16B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$910.19
-3.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $113.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 29% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $16.65B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.4% profit margin vs 17.0%. ITW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 110 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 26.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 19.4% and operating margin at 28.1%.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
PH is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (60/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 17.0% 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.
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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