Illinois Tool Works Inc. (itw)
ITW — Company Overview
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) trades on NYQ as part of the Industrials peer group (Specialty Industrial Machinery).
| Ticker | ITW |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Specialty Industrial Machinery |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $77.87B |
| Last price | $273.42 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
ITW — Business Description
ITW represents a Specialty Industrial Machinery business in the Industrials segment. Illinois Tool Works Inc. provides industrial products and equipment in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and South America. It operates through seven segments: Automotive OEM; Food Equipment; Test & Measurement and Electronics; Welding; Polymers & Fluids; Construction Products; and Specialty Products. The Automotive OEM segment offers plastic and metal components, fasteners, and assemblies for automobiles, light trucks, and other industrial uses. The Food Equipment segment provides warewashing, cooking, refrigeration, and food processing equipment; kitchen exhaust, ventilation, and pollution control systems; and food equipment maintenance and repair services. The Test & Measurem…
Official website: https://www.itw.com.
ITW — Investment Thesis
At a high level, ITW offers exposure to Industrials with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 6.1% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 24.50× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (22.05×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 2.5% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $77.87B.
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ITW — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Illinois Tool Works Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin of 19.4% indicates solid bottom-line conversion. Positive free cash flow of $2.43B supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 334.85 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 24.50× |
| Forward P/E | 22.05× |
| Price / Sales | 4.73× |
| Price / Book | 26.91× |
| Gross margin | 44.2% |
| Operating margin | 26.9% |
| Profit margin | 19.4% |
| Return on equity | 104.6% |
| Debt / Equity | 334.85 |
| Free cash flow | $2.43B |
ITW — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) depends on demand trends in Specialty Industrial Machinery and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 6.1% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings growth of 10.1% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 9.8% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 14.5% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
ITW — Competitive Position
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Industrials.
- Competes within Industrials, specifically in Specialty Industrial Machinery.
- Market capitalization of $77.87B places ITW among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin near 44.2% may reflect pricing power or favorable mix.
ITW — Strengths
Strengths for Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 6.1% year-over-year.
- Earnings growth of 10.1% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 104.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Gross margin of 44.2% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($2.43B).
- Dividend yield of 2.5% for income-oriented holders.
ITW — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) based on available data:
- Elevated debt-to-equity (334.85).
ITW — Opportunities
- Trading 14.5% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Dividend yield of 2.5% appeals to total-return investors.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
ITW — Risks
- Leverage (debt/equity 334.85) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
ITW — Summary
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is a large-cap Industrials company focused on Specialty Industrial Machinery, listed on NYQ. Last price $273.42 with market cap $77.87B. Trailing P/E 24.50×. Revenue grew 6.1% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 6.1% year-over-year. Key watch items include elevated debt-to-equity (334.85). Premium Terminal tools for Illinois Tool Works Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Illinois Tool Works Inc. FAQ
What does Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) do?
Illinois Tool Works Inc. provides industrial products and equipment in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and South America. It operates through seven segments: Automotive OEM; Food Equipment; Test & Measurement and Electronics; Welding; Polymers &…
What is ITW's P/E ratio?
Illinois Tool Works Inc. has a trailing P/E of 24.50× based on publicly available market data.
Does ITW pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 2.5%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is ITW in?
Illinois Tool Works Inc. is classified in Industrials (Specialty Industrial Machinery) on NYQ.
What is ITW's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $77.87B.
What are the main risks for ITW?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of ITW?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 6.1% year-over-year, earnings growth of 10.1% year-over-year.
Where can I get analyst estimates for ITW?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Illinois Tool Works Inc. are on the free /stocks/itw/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.