Illinois Tool Works Inc. vs Tractor Supply Co — how do they compare? Illinois Tool Works Inc. trades at $293.28 (market cap $83.49B), while Tractor Supply Co trades at $35.43 (market cap $18.39B). The key difference: Illinois Tool Works Inc. is far larger — about 4.5× Tractor Supply Co's market cap, and Tractor Supply Co pays the higher dividend (2.72%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ITW | TSCO | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $83.49B | $18.39B |
Sector | Industrials | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $299.60 | $62.65 |
52-Week Low | $241.07 | $29.14 |
Enterprise Value | $92.34B | $24.70B |
Dividend Yield | 2.35% | 2.72% |
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Illinois Tool Works is a diversified global manufacturer that produces specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related services. The firm operates 87 global divisions through seven distinct operating segments: automotive OEM, construction products, food equipment, specialty products, test/measurement and electronics, polymers and fluids, and welding. About half of its revenue comes from its operations in North America, with the remainder originating from international markets. ITW takes a bottom-up and decentralized approach to portfolio management, with the exception that each segment must apply its 80/20 operating process modeled on the Pareto principle.
Read more on ITW →Tractor Supply is the largest operator of retail farm and ranch stores in the United States. The company targets recreational farmers and ranchers and has little exposure to commercial and industrial farm operations. Currently, the company operates 2,016 of its namesake banners in 49 states and 178 Petsense stores. Stores are typically located in towns outside of urban areas and in rural communities. In fiscal 2021, revenue consisted primarily of livestock and pet (47%), hardware, tools, and truck (21%), and seasonal gift and toy (21%).
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