Pentair PLC (PNR)vsRTX Corporation (RTX)
PNR
Pentair PLC
$56.58
-0.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
RTX
RTX Corporation
$197.68
-0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $266.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 2231% more annual revenue ($93.50B vs $4.01B). PNR leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 8.3%. PNR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. RTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
PNR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 17.0%
Earnings declined 11.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PNR
The strongest argument for PNR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 23.4%. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PNR
The primary concerns for PNR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PNR profiles as a declining stock while RTX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
RTX is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 16.2% 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.
Pentair PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Pentair plc (PNR) is an American water treatment company with its main U.S. office in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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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