Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsRBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$258.01
-2.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $74.36B
RBC
RBC Bearings Incorporated
$599.09
+2.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $18.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 796% more annual revenue ($16.04B vs $1.79B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.1% profit margin vs 15.0%. RBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. RBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ITW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
RBC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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%
Strong operational efficiency at 22.4%
17.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 23.1x book value
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 : RBC
The strongest argument for RBC centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RBC
The primary concerns for RBC are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a value stock while RBC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RBC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
RBC is growing revenue faster at 17.0% — sustainability is the question.
ITW generates stronger free cash flow (858M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 19.1% margins. 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.
RBC Bearings Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Regal Beloit Corporation designs, manufactures and sells electric motors, electric motion controls, and power generation and transmission products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin.
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