Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsRyerson Holding Corporation (RYZ)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$255.47
-0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.63B
RYZ
Ryerson Holding Corporation
$26.23
-5.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 255% more annual revenue ($16.22B vs $4.57B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs -1.2%. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
RYZ
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
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 25.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -6.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 25.4%.
Bull Case : RYZ
The strongest argument for RYZ centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RYZ
The primary concerns for RYZ are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while RYZ is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
RYZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
RYZ is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 19.3% 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.
Ryerson Holding Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Ryerson Holding Corporation, processes and distributes industrial metals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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