Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsJeld-Wen Holding Inc (JELD)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
JELD
Jeld-Wen Holding Inc
$1.37
-4.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $132.05M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 400% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $3.21B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs -19.3%. JELD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
JELD
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -174.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 10.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : JELD
The strongest argument for JELD centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : JELD
The primary concerns for JELD are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while JELD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
JELD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — 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 36/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins. 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.
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.
Jeld-Wen Holding Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells doors and windows primarily in North America, Europe, and Australasia. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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