Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsPerma-Pipe International Holdings Inc (PPIH)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
PPIH
Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc
$32.73
+3.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $264.49M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 7506% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $210.93M). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 8.1%. ITW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. PPIH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PPIH
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ITW.
Margin of Safety
-5.1%
Fair Value
$31.78
Current Price
$32.73
$0.95 premium
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%
Earnings expanding 171.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.5% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : PPIH
The strongest argument for PPIH centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PPIH
The primary concerns for PPIH are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while PPIH is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
PPIH is growing revenue faster at 22.5% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPIH scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100) and 22.5% 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.
Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells leak detection systems and specialty piping. The company is headquartered in Niles, Illinois.
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