Trane Technologies plc (TT)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$488.18
+2.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $107.57B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$349.53
+1.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $30.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 582% more annual revenue ($21.60B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 13.4%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
TT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.6x book value
Earnings declined 2.1%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.1x book value
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TT profiles as a value stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (542M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 20.3% 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.
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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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