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Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Dividend AristocratS&P 500
ITW|Industrials|Specialty Industrial Machinery|$254.76|P/E 23.6|MCap 73.4B|NYSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

76/ 100Safe

ITW's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 58.8% earnings payout ratio & 14.6x interest coverage. Areas of concern: 51.8% net debt / total assets. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, ITW has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Interest Coverage: 14.6xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.
  • Return on Equity: 96.9%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.
  • Operating Margin: 25.4%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.

Risks

  • Net Debt / Total Assets: 51.8%Net debt is high relative to total assets.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
58.8%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
65.9%Caution
CFO Payout Ratio
54.1%Caution
Interest Coverage
14.6xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
51.8%Warning
Current Ratio
1.2xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
283.2Caution

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
96.9%Very Safe
Operating Margin
25.4%Very Safe
Gross Margin
44.2%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Very Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
7.1%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

About Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Illinois Tool Works Inc. is a diversified global manufacturer specializing in engineered fasteners and components, equipment and consumable systems, and specialty products across multiple industries. The company operates through seven industry-leading segments that produce a wide array of industrial solutions, including arc welding equipment from Miller Electric, construction fasteners like Paslode and Tapcon, adhesives such as Permatex, test and measurement tools like Instron, and food equipment from Hobart. Its offerings extend to automotive components, restaurant appliances like dishwashers and ovens, and welding products essential for construction and manufacturing. Illinois Tool Works Inc. serves diverse sectors including food service, transportation, construction, testing, and specialty industrials, providing innovative, customer-focused solutions via approximately 80 decentralized business units worldwide. Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, the company emphasizes an entrepreneurial culture and proprietary business model to deliver value-added products relied upon by professionals globally.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.48%

Annual Dividend

$6.33

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

58.77%

FCF Payout Ratio

65.94%

Stock Price

$254.76

52-Week Range

$238.82 $303.16

Dividend History (2016–2025)

ITW annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

ITW earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

March 31, 2026

Last Payment Date

April 9, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

7.12%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

7.07%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

11.63%

3-Year Total Growth

22.92%

5-Year Total Growth

40.72%

10-Year Total Growth

200.48%

Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)

This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.

Income Calculator

ITW Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$25,476.00

Annual Income

$633.00

Quarterly Income

$158.25

Monthly Income

$52.75

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ITW's current dividend yield?
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) currently has a dividend yield of 2.48%, based on a stock price of $254.76 and an annual dividend of $6.33.
When is ITW's next dividend payment date?
ITW's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-31 and the next payment date is 2026-04-09. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does ITW pay in dividends per year?
Illinois Tool Works Inc. paid $6.22 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has ITW been increasing its dividend?
Yes, Illinois Tool Works Inc. is a Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs). Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 7.07%, a 3-year CAGR of 7.12% and a 10-year CAGR of 11.63%.
Is ITW's dividend safe?
Illinois Tool Works Inc. has a payout ratio of 58.77%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 65.94%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is ITW's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Illinois Tool Works Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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