Honeywell International Inc (HON)vsIllinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)
HON
Honeywell International Inc
$213.12
-1.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $135.04B
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$254.76
-0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honeywell International Inc generates 132% more annual revenue ($37.66B vs $16.22B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 10.9%. HON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.97. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
HON
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.9x book value
2.4% revenue growth
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 : HON
The strongest argument for HON centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
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 : HON
The primary concerns for HON are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
ITW is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor CONGLOMERATES 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.
Honeywell International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Honeywell International Inc. is an American publicly traded, multinational conglomerate headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It primarily operates in four areas of business: aerospace, building technologies, performance materials and technologies (PMT), and safety and productivity solutions (SPS).
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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