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Illinois Tool Works is a global industrial conglomerate with strong organic growth, high operating margins, and a disciplined capital allocation strategy. ITW is a Dividend King with a 59-year streak of increases, excellent dividend safety, and a forward yield of ~2.57%, currently trading just below fair value. Management guides for 4–5% revenue and 7–11% EPS growth in 2026, supported by innovation, price increases, and bolt-on acquisitions.
ITW gains from broad-based segment growth, strong new-product demand and efficiency initiatives, while automotive and foodservice remain weak.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 9,075 | $2.33M | $2.46M | $129,262.64 | 5.54% |
| DI David Izzi Brown, LISLE/CUMMINGS Inc. | 2,414 | $584,396.21 | $654,857.85 | $70,461.64 | 12.06% |
Michelle S. Hickox FIRST FINANCIAL BANKSHARES Inc. | 1,108 | $285,495.75 | $303,447.96 | $17,952.21 | 6.29% |
Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 633 | $157,526.71 | $171,577.81 | $14,051.1 | 8.92% |
| Machinery Industry | Industrials Sector | Christopher A. O'Herlihy CEO | NYSE Exchange | 452308109 CUSIP |
| US Country | 43,000 Employees | 30 Sep 2026 Last Dividend | 26 May 2006 Last Split | 5 Nov 1987 IPO Date |
Illinois Tool Works Inc. is a global manufacturer and distributor of a diverse range of industrial products and equipment. With a rich history dating back to its foundation in 1912, the company has grown to serve a wide array of industries across the United States and internationally. Its offerings are organized into seven main segments: Automotive OEM, Food Equipment, Test & Measurement and Electronics, Welding, Polymers & Fluids, Construction Products, and Specialty Products. This structure allows Illinois Tool Works Inc. to cater to the needs of various markets, including automotive, commercial food equipment, construction, industrial capital goods, and consumer durables, among others. Headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, the company stands as a testament to over a century of innovation, excellence, and customer service.