Goldman Sachs downgraded Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW) to Sell from Neutral on December 15, 2025. The current price of ITW shares stands at $258.66.
This downgrade reflects increased caution regarding the company's outlook, potentially due to competitive pressures or market conditions that may affect performance. Analyst ratings and price targets are based on research and financial models, providing a professional perspective on the company's prospects.
Illinois Tool Works, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, operates in the machinery industry with a market capitalization of $74.6 billion. The company employs approximately 44,000 full-time staff and has segments including Automotive OEM, Food Equipment, Test & Measurement and Electronics, Welding, Polymers & Fluids, Construction Products, and Specialty Products.
Upcoming earnings are scheduled for July 28, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $2.86 and revenue of $4.2 billion.
Analyst consensus indicates a Hold rating, with 1 Strong Buy, 1 Buy, 14 Hold, 8 Sell, and 2 Strong Sell ratings as of December 1, 2025. Recent actions include Goldman Sachs' downgrade and a prior upgrade from Bank of America Securities to Neutral on November 18, 2025.