Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsMotorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$254.76
-0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.64B
MSI
Motorola Solutions Inc
$383.99
-11.36%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $72.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 39% more annual revenue ($16.22B vs $11.68B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 18.4%. MSI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.37. MSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ITW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
MSI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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%
Every $100 of equity generates 104 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.8%
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 26.4x book value
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 19.3% and operating margin at 25.4%.
Bull Case : MSI
The strongest argument for MSI centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 27.8%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MSI
The primary concerns for MSI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while MSI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
MSI is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MSI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 18.4% margins and 12.3% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Motorola Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Motorola Solutions, Inc., is an American data communications and telecommunications equipment provider that succeeded Motorola, Inc., following the spinoff of the mobile phone division into Motorola Mobility in 2011. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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