Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsnVent Electric PLC (NVT)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$265.67
-1.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.61B
NVT
nVent Electric PLC
$137.37
-0.67%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $22.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 312% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $3.89B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 18.2%. NVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.87. NVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
NVT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
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%
Revenue surging 41.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1112.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : NVT
The strongest argument for NVT centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 16.2%. Revenue growth of 41.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NVT
The primary concerns for NVT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 52.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while NVT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
NVT is growing revenue faster at 41.8% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 41.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
nVent Electric PLC
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
nVent Electric plc designs, manufactures, markets, installs and services electrical connection and protection products in the United States, Canada, Western and Eastern Europe included in the European Union, China, Eastern Europe not included in the European Union, America Latin, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia and Japan. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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