Griffon Corporation (GFF)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$88.02
-2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.22B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$254.76
-0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 539% more annual revenue ($16.22B vs $2.54B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 1.8%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
GFF
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 97 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Areas to Watch
2.6% revenue growth
1.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 37.6x book value
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ITW
The strongest argument for ITW centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 25.4%.
Bear Case : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 89.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 15.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
ITW is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 19.3% 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.
Griffon Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Griffon Corporation engages in the consumer and professional products, home and construction products, and defense electronics businesses primarily in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and China. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Visit Website →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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