Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
AIT
Applied Industrial Technologies
$329.79
+2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.77B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$12.78
+4.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
QXO, Inc. generates 99% more annual revenue ($9.90B vs $4.97B). AIT leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs -5.2%. QXO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.88. AIT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
AIT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
QXO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 70.3% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIT
The strongest argument for AIT centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 70.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.88 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AIT
The primary concerns for AIT are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIT profiles as a value stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.29 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 70.3% — sustainability is the question.
AIT generates stronger free cash flow (160M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AIT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 10.4% revenue growth. 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.
Applied Industrial Technologies
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. distributes industrial products in North America, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
Visit Website →QXO, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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