Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)

Sector: Industrials|Industry: Specialty Industrial Machinery|Market Cap: $77.14B|Employees: 45K


Illinois Tool Works (ITW) is a global manufacturer of a diversified range of industrial products and equipment, operating through 84 divisions across 51 countries. The company's core business model revolves around its proprietary 80/20 process, focusing on its largest opportunities and customer-backed innovation. ITW's primary revenue streams come from seven segments including Automotive OEM, Food Equipment, and Test & Measurement, serving diverse end markets.

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Financial Performance

Operating revenue decreased to $3.839 billion from $3.973 billion in the prior year, a 3.4% decrease. This decline is attributed to unfavorable foreign currency translation and a decrease in organic revenue. Organic revenue decreased 1.6% overall.

Operating income decreased to $951 million from $1.127 billion in the prior year, a 15.6% decrease. This decline is attributed to unfavorable operating leverage, increased restructuring expenses, and higher employee-related and insurance-related expenses.

Diluted earnings per share (EPS) decreased to $2.38 from $2.73 in the prior year, a 12.8% decrease. This reflects the lower operating income and the impact of various factors on the effective tax rate.

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