Valuation check: ITW's PEG ratio is 321.46, above the Industrials sector average of 16.95.
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The PEG ratio measures a stock's valuation relative to its earnings growth rate. A PEG ratio below 1.0 may indicate that the stock is undervalued relative to its growth potential.
Illinois Tool Works (ITW) currently reports a PEG ratio of 321.46. That is above the Industrials sector average of 16.95. Use the charts on this page to explore Illinois Tool Works's PEG ratio history and peer comparisons.
Illinois Tool Works's PEG ratio of 321.46 is higher than the Industrials sector average of 16.95. That is roughly 1796.2% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.
The PEG ratio is a valuation multiple that relates Illinois Tool Works's market price to a fundamental measure such as earnings, sales, or book value. At 321.46, ITW can look expensive or cheap only in context — versus its own history, growth rate, and Industrials peers. Higher multiples often price in stronger expected growth; lower ones can signal value or concern.
Start with the current PEG ratio of 321.46, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 16.95. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Illinois Tool Works, and consider following ITW for alerts when major investors trade the stock.
Illinois Tool Works is classified in the Industrials sector. On PEG ratio, it currently shows 321.46 versus a sector average near 16.95. Sector peers often share similar capital intensity and growth regimes, so relative rankings inside Industrials are usually more informative than comparing ITW with unrelated industries.