WW Grainger Inc (GWW)vsTitan Machinery Inc (TITN)
GWW
WW Grainger Inc
$1,075.87
+0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $50.97B
TITN
Titan Machinery Inc
$16.24
+4.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $379.58M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WW Grainger Inc generates 639% more annual revenue ($17.94B vs $2.43B). GWW leads profitability with a 9.5% profit margin vs -2.2%. TITN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.77. GWW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
GWW
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TITN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-399.9%
Fair Value
$240.52
Current Price
$1075.87
$835.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TITN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.7x book value
4.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -9.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 15.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GWW
The strongest argument for GWW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : TITN
The strongest argument for TITN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GWW
The primary concerns for GWW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TITN
The primary concerns for TITN are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GWW profiles as a value stock while TITN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TITN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
GWW is growing revenue faster at 4.5% — sustainability is the question.
GWW generates stronger free cash flow (269M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GWW scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
WW Grainger Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is an American Fortune 500 industrial supply company founded in 1927 in Chicago by William W. (Bill) Grainger.
Visit Website →Titan Machinery Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Titan Machinery Inc. owns and operates a network of full-service agricultural and construction equipment stores in the United States and Europe. The company is headquartered in West Fargo, North Dakota.
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