Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsZenta Group Company Limited (ZTG)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
ZTG
Zenta Group Company Limited
$2.54
+4.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $28.58M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 507140% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $3.16M). ZTG leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 19.1%. ITW trades at a lower P/E of 24.0x. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
ZTG
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
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%
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.7%
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.1x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 27.0%
Earnings declined 78.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : ZTG
The strongest argument for ZTG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 31.7%.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ZTG
The primary concerns for ZTG are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while ZTG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITW is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 19.1% 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.
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