ITT Inc (ITT)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
ITT
ITT Inc
$204.14
+4.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.10B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$950.23
+1.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Parker-Hannifin Corporation generates 354% more annual revenue ($21.50B vs $4.74B). PH leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 8.9%. ITT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ITT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PH
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 51.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 37.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ITT
The strongest argument for ITT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 51.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%.
Bear Case : ITT
The primary concerns for ITT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITT profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
ITT is growing revenue faster at 51.5% — sustainability is the question.
PH generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PH scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 17.0% 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.
ITT Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
ITT Inc. manufactures and sells critical engineered components and custom technology solutions for the energy, transportation and industrial markets globally. The company is headquartered in White Plains, New York.
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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