Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$254.76
-0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.64B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$91.60
-1.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 254% more annual revenue ($16.22B vs $4.58B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ITW.
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$91.60
$8.93 discount
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%
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 60/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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