Illinois Tool Works Inc.

ITW is overvalued

NYSE · Industrials

FAIR PRICE

45.8%downside

Updated daily

Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%

$284.96

MARKET PRICE

$154.44

FAIR PRICE

$130.52

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METRICS

P/E25.6
P/B28.3
P/S5.0
PEG
DIV YIELD2.27%
ROE101.7%
ROIC24.7%
DEBT/EQ3.35
MKT CAP$82B

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FPI RATING

7.6/ 10

Strong profitability and high-quality fundamentals, but expensive valuation relative to fundamentals.

Analytical data, not an investment recommendation. Updated daily.

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MARGIN OF SAFETY

A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.

$123.55CONSERVATIVE ENTRY
$154.44FAIR PRICE
$284.96MARKET PRICE

SAFETY MARGIN

20%

Below fair value

ENTRY LEVEL

$123.55

Fair price × 0.80

DISTANCE

56.6%

Price to entry level

At the current price of $284.96, ITW trades 56.6% above the conservative entry level of $123.55. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $154.44 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.

Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗

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How we calculate ITW's fair price

Illinois Tool Works Inc.'s fair price of $154.44 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Industrials peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $284.96, ITW trades 45.8% above its calculated fair value.

DCF MODEL · 50%

Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting ITW's risk profile.

RELATIVE · 30%

Comparing ITW's valuation multiples against Industrials peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.

ANALYST · 20%

Aggregated analyst price targets for ITW, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.

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FAQ

What is the fair price of ITW?+

Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Industrials peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Illinois Tool Works Inc. is $154.44. At the current market price of $284.96, ITW trades 45.8% above its calculated fair value.

Is ITW overvalued or undervalued?+

Illinois Tool Works Inc. is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $284.96, which is 45.8% above the fair price of $154.44. The P/E ratio of 25.6x is a key metric in the valuation.

What is the margin of safety for ITW?+

With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $154.44, the conservative entry level for ITW is $123.55. At the current market price of $284.96, the stock trades 56.6% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.

How often is ITW's fair price updated?+

We update fair price calculations for ITW daily after market close. The current fair price of $154.44 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.

What factors affect ITW's fair price calculation?+

ITW's fair price of $154.44 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Industrials peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 25.6x, ROE of 101.7%, and dividend yield of 2.27%.

Is ITW a good buy right now?+

At $284.96, ITW trades 45.8% above our fair value estimate of $154.44. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 101.7% (exceptional). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.

Does ITW pay dividends?+

ITW has a dividend yield of 2.27%.

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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.