Illinois Tool Works

NYSE: ITW

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281.65 USD

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5Y price score: 31

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10Y return: 173.2%

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238.8

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3.6 %

Dividend Yield TTM

2.3 %

Market cap $

$ 81,031

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25.5

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27.9

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2.5

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Total return (price & dividends)

7.9 %

33.9 %

173.2 %

Free cash flow per share growth

43.4 %

14.7 %

70.1 %

Earnings per share growth

10.1 %

58.2 %

104.5 %

Founded: 1,912

Employees: 44,000

Business Summary:Illinois Tool Works Inc. is a global enterprise specializing in the production and distribution of a wide array of industrial goods and specialized equipment. The company operates through seven distinct divisions: Automotive OEM; Food Equipment; Test & Measurement and Electronics; Welding; Polymers & Fluids; Construction Products; and Specialty Products. The Automotive OEM division supplies plastic and metal components, various fastening solutions, and integrated assemblies for automobiles, light-duty trucks, and other industrial applications. Its Food Equipment segment delivers commercial kitchen appliances for washing, refrigeration, cooking, and food processing, alongside comprehensive kitchen exhaust, ventilation, and pollution control systems, and offers related maintenance and repair services. The Test & Measurement and Electronics unit manufactures and sells machinery, expendable supplies, and accompanying software designed for assessing materials and structural integrity, in addition to equipment and consumables critical for the creation of electronic subassemblies and microelectronic components. The Welding division focuses on arc welding apparatus, coupled with metal arc welding consumables and associated accessories. The Polymers & Fluids segment produces adhesives, sealing compounds, lubrication and cutting fluids, and various fluids and polymers intended for automotive aftermarket upkeep and cosmetic purposes. The Construction Products segment provides purpose-engineered fastening systems and comprehensive solutions for new housing, renovation projects, and commercial building industries. Lastly, the Specialty Products segment delivers machinery and supplies for beverage packaging, equipment and expendables for product identification and marking, and specialized components and fasteners for appliances. ITW's broad clientele encompasses sectors such as automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their suppliers, the commercial food service industry, construction companies, general industrial enterprises, and the automotive aftermarket. The corporation distributes its offerings directly to industrial manufacturers and via an extensive network of independent distributors. Established in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. is headquartered in Glenview, Illinois.

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Latest Earnings Call Takeaways

2026 Q2 (Jul 28, 2026)

1) Strong Financial Performance - ITW reported a 4.5% organic growth in Q2 2026, with total revenue increasing by 6.1%. - Operating income reached a record $1.15 billion, a 7.4% increase YoY, marking the most profitable quarter in the company's history. - GAAP EPS rose by 10% to $2.84. - Operating margin expanded to 26.7%, benefiting from enterprise initiatives contributing 120 basis points.

2) Segment Highlights and Growth Drivers - Welding segment saw 14% organic growth, driven by strong demand in infrastructure and energy sectors. - Test & Measurement and Electronics grew by 10%, with Electronics alone surging 21%. - Polymers & Fluids achieved 7% growth, supported by new product traction in the Automotive Aftermarket. - Automotive OEM remained flat, with North America and China both up 1%, while Europe declined by 5%.

3) Operational Excellence and Innovation - ITW's customer-back innovation (CBI) contributed 3% to revenue growth in the first half of 2026, up from 2.4% for the full year 2025. - Free cash flow increased by 41%, with a 77% conversion rate. - The company returned over $1.2 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.

4) Guidance and Future Outlook - Full-year organic growth guidance raised to a midpoint of 3.5%, up from 2% to 3%. - GAAP EPS guidance increased by $0.15 to a new midpoint of $11.45, reflecting 9% YoY growth. - All seven segments are expected to deliver positive organic growth and expand operating margins in the second half of 2026.

5) Challenges and Considerations - A storm impacted two welding facilities, but ITW does not expect any material impact on overall business. - Price/cost dynamics remain a concern, with a 40 basis point margin drag due to timing lags in price adjustments against raw material costs. - The company is actively managing inflationary pressures through strategic pricing and productivity initiatives.

Bottom line: ITW's robust Q2 performance, driven by strong organic growth and operational excellence, positions the company well for continued success in 2026, despite facing some inflationary pressures and operational challenges. Shareholders can expect sustained growth and improved margins as ITW executes its long-term strategies.

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Illinois Tool Works — Financial Overview, Stock Price, Market Cap

Illinois Tool Works is a company. Founded in 1912. As of August 26, 2026, the company's market capitalization is $81030705000 with a current stock price of $281.65.