Illinois Tool Works Inc. vs Williams-Sonoma, Inc. — how do they compare? Illinois Tool Works Inc. trades at $271.88 (market cap $78.17B), while Williams-Sonoma, Inc. trades at $223.2 (market cap $26.30B). The key difference: Illinois Tool Works Inc. is far larger — about 3× Williams-Sonoma, Inc.'s market cap, and Illinois Tool Works Inc. pays the higher dividend (2.37%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ITW | WSM | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $78.17B | $26.30B |
Sector | Industrials | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $299.60 | $240.06 |
52-Week Low | $241.07 | $168.64 |
Enterprise Value | $86.49B | $27.14B |
Dividend Yield | 2.37% | 1.36% |
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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 →With a wide retail and direct-to-consumer presence, Williams-Sonoma is a leader in the $300 billion domestic home category, focused on expanding its exposure in the B2B, marketplace, and franchise areas. Namesake Williams-Sonoma (175 stores) offers high-end cooking essentials, while Pottery Barn (189) provides casual home accessories. Brand extensions include Pottery Barn Kids (52) and PBteen. West Elm (121) is an emerging concept for young professionals, and Rejuvenation (9) offers lighting and house parts. Williams-Sonoma also has a business-to-business team that supports projects that range from residential to large-scale commercial.
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