Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc (BW)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
BW
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc
$14.42
+2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.98B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$266.45
+0.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 2630% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $587.68M). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs -6.2%. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BW
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BW.
Margin of Safety
-53.6%
Fair Value
$194.04
Current Price
$266.45
$72.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
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%
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 93.5%
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BW
BW has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : BW
The primary concerns for BW are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BW profiles as a turnaround stock while ITW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
ITW is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 23/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc., provides energy and environmental technologies and services for the energy and industrial markets globally. The company is headquartered in Akron, Ohio.
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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