Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$265.67
-1.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$727.77
+15.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 78% more annual revenue ($28.48B vs $16.04B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 3.6%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.05. ITW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PWR
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
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%
Large-cap with strong market position
19.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.2x book value
2.6% earnings growth
3.6% margin — thin
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 : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. A P/E of 91.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while PWR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
PWR generates stronger free cash flow (934M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 45/100), 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.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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