MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc (MSM)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
MSM
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
$120.97
-3.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.93B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$218.58
-1.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $262.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 2212% more annual revenue ($90.37B vs $3.91B). RTX leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 5.9%. MSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.55. MSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MSM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.3%
Fair Value
$96.26
Current Price
$120.97
$24.71 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RTX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 41.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
5.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSM
The strongest argument for MSM centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MSM
The primary concerns for MSM are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
RTX is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MSM scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100). 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
RTX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and market capitalization. Raytheon Technologies (RTX) researches, develops, and manufactures advanced technology products in the aerospace and defense industry, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones.
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