Illinois Tool Works (ITW) Q2 EPS Up 2%

Illinois Tool Works (NYSE:ITW), an industrial manufacturing specialist known for its diversified products and disciplined cost structure, reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 on July 30, 2025. The company delivered GAAP earnings per share of $2.58, above analyst expectations of $2.56 (GAAP), and revenue of $4.1 billion, exceeding the GAAP consensus of $4.02 billion. Both operating margin (26.3%) and earnings per share (GAAP, $2.58) were the highest for any second quarter in its history. Despite beating expectations on profit and sales, organic growth was essentially flat and free cash flow declined compared to Q2 2024. The quarter demonstrated record profitability, careful execution of its business model, and continued shareholder returns, but muted growth in some units and slower cash conversion signal areas for attention ahead. Source: Analyst estimates provided by FactSet. Management expectations based on management's guidance, as provided in Q1 2025 earnings report. Illinois Tool Works is a global leader in the industrial manufacturing sector. Its core business spans seven segments covering everything from automotive parts to food service equipment. The company's unique model is built on the "80/20 Front-to-Back" approach that targets the most profitable customers and products while continuously improving operations.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool