What Is ITW Fair Value?
Illinois Tool Works (ITW) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of August 29, 2026, Illinois Tool Works (ITW) has a composite fair value estimate of $120.37 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $280.10, suggesting the stock is overvalued by 57.0%.
Data as of August 29, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Overvalued4 of 4 models$120.37
vs. current price of $280.10(-57.0%)
How Is ITW Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what ITW is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
ITW Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
35% weightEstimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →
$145.76
-48.0%Overvalued
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
15% weightIf a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →
$126.51
-54.8%Overvalued
Inputs used
ITW Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
25% weightCreated by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →
$51.02
-81.8%Overvalued
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
25% weightChecks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.
$114.49
-59.1%Overvalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $280.10 is 48.0% above this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $2.64B | $2.42B |
| Year 2 | $2.88B | $2.40B |
| Year 3 | $3.13B | $2.39B |
| Year 4 | $3.40B | $2.37B |
| Year 5 | $3.69B | $2.36B |
| Year 6 | $4.01B | $2.35B |
| Year 7 | $4.36B | $2.33B |
| Year 8 | $4.74B | $2.32B |
| Year 9 | $5.16B | $2.30B |
| Year 10 | $5.61B | $2.29B |
| Terminal Value | $83.65B | $34.16B |
What Are ITW's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$280.10
EPS (TTM)
$10.98
Forward P/E
22.6
Profit Margin
19.4%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
2.4B
EBITDA
4.8B
Book Value
$10.11
Total Debt
9.7B
What Do Analysts Say About ITW?
Low
$249.00
Average
$301.86
High
$350.00
Upside
+7.8%
ITW Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of ITW?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), ITW's estimated fair value is $120.37. The stock is currently trading at $280.10, which makes it overvalued by our analysis.
How is ITW's fair value calculated?
We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.
Is ITW overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, ITW is overvalued. The current price of $280.10 is 57.0% above our estimated fair value of $120.37.
What do Wall Street analysts say about ITW?
14 analysts cover Illinois Tool Works with a consensus rating of "Hold." The average price target is $301.86, ranging from $249.00 to $350.00. This implies 7.8% upside from the current price.