Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsAmmo Inc (POWW)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
POWW
Ammo Inc
$2.03
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $240.44M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 34763% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $46.02M). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs -32.0%. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
POWW
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ITW.
Margin of Safety
+86.7%
Fair Value
$14.48
Current Price
$2.03
$12.45 discount
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
Revenue surging 53.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.1x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -10.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 75.0%
Currently unprofitable
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 : POWW
The strongest argument for POWW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 53.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : POWW
The primary concerns for POWW are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while POWW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
POWW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
POWW is growing revenue faster at 53.2% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins. POWW offers better value entry with a 86.7% margin of safety. 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.
Ammo Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Ammo, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets and sells ammunition and ammunition component products for use in handguns and long guns in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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