Illinois Tool Wk Stock Price, News & Analysis

Illinois Tool Works (ITW) reported Q4 2024 and full-year results, showing mixed performance. Q4 revenue decreased 1.3% to $3.9 billion, with organic growth declining 0.5%. However, the company achieved a record operating margin of 26.2%, up 140 basis points, and record free cash flow of $1B, a 10% increase.

Full-year 2024 revenue was $15.9 billion, down 1.3%, with organic growth declining 0.7%. The company achieved record GAAP EPS of $11.71, a 20% increase, including one-time gains from LIFO inventory accounting ($0.30) and Wilsonart sale ($1.26).

For 2025, ITW projects organic growth of 0-2%, GAAP EPS of $10.15-$10.55 (including $0.30 forex headwind), and plans to repurchase approximately $1.5 billion of shares. Operating margin is expected to be 26.5-27.5%, with enterprise initiatives contributing about 100 basis points.

Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW) has announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 7:00 a.m. CST. The company will host an earnings webcast at 9:00 a.m. CST on the same day.

For those participating via conference call, the dial-in numbers are 1-888-660-6652 (domestic) and 1-646-960-0554 (international), with passcode 'ITW'. Following the webcast, presentation materials and an audio replay will be available on the investor relations website. An audio-only replay will be accessible from February 5 through February 12 via phone.

Illinois Tool Works (ITW) reported Q3 2024 results with revenue of $4.0 billion, showing a 2% decrease as organic growth declined 1.4%. Operating margin remained stable at 26.5%, with enterprise initiatives contributing 130 basis points. The company reported GAAP EPS of $3.91, including a $1.26 divestiture gain from the Wilsonart sale. Excluding this gain, EPS grew 4% to $2.65. ITW raised its full-year GAAP EPS guidance to $11.63-$11.73 per share. The company maintained strong cash flow with $891 million in operating cash flow and $783 million in free cash flow. During Q3, ITW repurchased $375 million of shares and increased its dividend by 7% to $6.00 per share annually.

Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW) has announced its quarterly dividend declaration for Q4 2024. The Board of Directors approved a dividend of $1.50 per share, equivalent to an annual dividend of $6.00 per share. The dividend will be distributed on January 10, 2025, to shareholders recorded as of December 31, 2024.

Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW) has announced its schedule for the third quarter 2024 earnings release and webcast. The company will release its Q3 2024 results on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. CDT, followed by an earnings webcast at 9:00 a.m. CDT. Participants can access the webcast through a provided link or join the conference call by dialing specific numbers for domestic and international callers. An audio webcast replay and presentation materials will be available on the company's investor relations website after the event. Additionally, an audio-only replay will be accessible from October 30 through November 6 via provided phone numbers and passcode.

Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW) has announced a significant dividend increase for shareholders. The company's Board of Directors has approved a 7% increase in the dividend payout, which translates to a quarterly increase of $0.10 per share or $0.40 per share annually. The new quarterly dividend rate is set at $1.50 per share, equating to $6.00 per share on a full-year basis.

This increased dividend will be paid on October 11, 2024, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2024. This move demonstrates ITW's commitment to delivering value to its shareholders and reflects confidence in the company's financial strength and future prospects.

Illinois Tool Works (ITW) reported its Q2 2024 results, showing a slight revenue decline of 1.2% to $4.0 billion, with flat organic growth. Despite challenging market conditions, ITW achieved strong operational performance:

- Operating income increased 4.5% to $1.05 billion
- Operating margin improved 140 basis points to 26.2%
- GAAP EPS rose 2.4% to $2.54 (5.4% increase excluding a one-time 2023 tax item)
- Free cash flow was $571 million with 75% conversion to net income

ITW narrowed its full-year 2024 GAAP EPS guidance to $10.30-$10.40 per share, projecting flat revenue growth and raising operating margin guidance to 26.5-27%. The company plans to repurchase approximately $1.5 billion of its own shares in 2024.

Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW) will release its second quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. CDT. The announcement will be followed by an earnings webcast at 9:00 a.m. CDT, accessible via the provided link. Participants can join the conference call by dialing specific numbers 10 minutes before the start time, using the passcode 'ITW'. Presentation materials and an audio replay will be available after the webcast. The audio replay will be accessible from July 30 to August 6 by dialing designated numbers with the passcode 2756156.

Viad Corp (NYSE: VVI) has announced the promotion of Derek P. Linde to President of GES, effective June 3, 2024. Linde, currently the Chief Operating Officer at Viad, has been pivotal in advancing strategic goals and driving revenue growth, profitability, and cash flow. He has played a key role in launching the Spiro experiential marketing agency and implementing margin initiatives within GES Exhibitions. Linde, who joined Viad in 2018, has a background in legal leadership roles at Illinois Tool Works and Winston & Strawn LLP. His new role aims to capitalize on GES's global reach and growth opportunities.