Illinois Tool Works (ITW) Beats Q3 Earnings and Revenues

ITW

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW - Free Report) is a worldwide manufacturer of highly engineered products and specialty systems. The company’s diversified range of industrial products and equipment are sold in 57 countries. It currently has a $53.4 billion market capitalization.

Despite a long-term growth potential, this industrial tool maker faces risks from global uncertainties, industry rivalry and adverse foreign currency movements. Investors are eagerly waiting for the company’s latest earnings report.

Illinois Tool Works recorded better-than-expected results in the four trailing quarters, with an average positive earnings surprise of 2.55%. The earnings estimate for the third-quarter 2017 is stable at $1.66 per share.

Illinois Tool Works Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

 

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