Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)vsRockwell Automation Inc (ROK)
ITW
Illinois Tool Works Inc
$268.16
+1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $76.37B
ROK
Rockwell Automation Inc
$418.87
-2.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $47.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Illinois Tool Works Inc generates 84% more annual revenue ($16.47B vs $8.97B). ITW leads profitability with a 19.4% profit margin vs 13.4%. ROK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. ROK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ITW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
ROK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 110 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Earnings expanding 40.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 26.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 19.4% and operating margin at 26.9%.
Bull Case : ROK
The strongest argument for ROK centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ITW
The primary concerns for ITW are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 3.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ROK
The primary concerns for ROK are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 40.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITW profiles as a mature stock while ROK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ROK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
ROK is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
ROK generates stronger free cash flow (654M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROK scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100). 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.
Rockwell Automation Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Rockwell Automation, Inc. is an American provider of industrial automation and information technology. Its brands include Allen-Bradley and Factory Talk software.
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