Here's What to Expect From Illinois Tool's Next Earnings Report

Core Viewpoint - Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is a well-established global manufacturer with a market capitalization of $72.4 billion, expected to report Q4 2025 earnings soon, with analysts projecting a profit increase [1] Financial Performance - Analysts anticipate ITW to report a profit of $2.68 per share on a diluted basis for Q4 2025, reflecting a 5.5% increase from $2.54 per share in the same quarter last year [2] - For the full fiscal year, the expected EPS is $10.44, which is a 2.9% increase from $10.15 in fiscal 2024, and projected to rise 7.5% year-over-year to $11.22 in fiscal 2026 [3] Stock Performance - ITW stock has seen a marginal decline over the past 52 weeks, underperforming the S&P 500 Index's 17.1% rise and the State Street Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF's 20.2% return during the same period [4] - On December 16, ITW's stock closed down more than 3% after Goldman Sachs downgraded it to "Sell" from "Neutral," citing limited upside potential despite acknowledging the company's strong management [5] Analyst Ratings - The consensus opinion on ITW stock is neutral, with a "Hold" rating overall; out of 17 analysts, two recommend a "Strong Buy," ten suggest a "Hold," and five advocate a "Strong Sell" [6] - The mean price target for ITW is $261.13, indicating a 5.7% upside potential from current price levels [6]