Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsTrane Technologies plc (TT)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$265.67
-1.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$479.37
-0.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $108.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 33% more annual revenue ($21.32B vs $16.04B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 13.7%. TT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.35. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TT
Buy52
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%
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Earnings declined 0.5%
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 : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
TT is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 52/100), 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.
Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
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