Trane Technologies plc (TT)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$463.76
+2.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $104.46B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$365.36
-2.95%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 473% more annual revenue ($21.60B vs $3.77B). TT leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 11.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. TT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
TT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WAT
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TT.
Margin of Safety
-84.6%
Fair Value
$178.29
Current Price
$365.36
$187.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 91.4% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.9x book value
Earnings declined 2.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.5x book value
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TT profiles as a value stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.4% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (542M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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