ITW monthly performance report
View ITW's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
ITW monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Illinois Tool Works (ITW) closed November 2026 at $287.52, up 3.22% for the month and +17.22% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, ITW is +16.74%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +5.67% versus its 200-day moving average ($272.09), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, ITW has underperformed the S&P 500 by −47.50%, with a relative strength index reading of 72.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Illinois Tool Works ended November 2026 at $287.52, posting a monthly return of +3.22%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +3.40%.
The current quarter stands at +11.75% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +5.67% versus the 200-day moving average ($272.09).
Year-to-date, ITW is +16.74% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +6.11%. The stock is currently −5.16% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −21.58%.
| Period | ITW | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.27% | −0.36% | +0.63% |
| 1 Week | +2.34% | +2.59% | −0.26% |
| 1 Month | +3.22% | −0.18% | +3.40% |
| 3 Months | +0.08% | −2.37% | +2.45% |
| 6 Months | +14.65% | +0.83% | +13.83% |
| YTD | +16.74% | +10.62% | +6.11% |
| 12 Months | +17.22% | +12.25% | +4.97% |
| 3 Years | +23.87% | +71.37% | −47.50% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2026 | +11.24% |
| #2 | Jun 2026 | +9.38% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +8.27% |
| #4 | Dec 2023 | +8.15% |
| #5 | Nov 2023 | +8.07% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | −10.44% |
| #2 | Apr 2024 | −9.03% |
| #3 | Dec 2024 | −8.63% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −6.89% |
| #5 | Sep 2026 | −6.57% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +5.46% |
| Q4 2025 | −5.55% |
| Q1 2026 | +5.68% |
| Q2 2026 | +3.91% |
| Q3 2026 | −4.88% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +11.75% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +18.90% |
| 2024 | −3.20% |
| 2025 | −2.86% |
| 2026 | +16.74% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $303.16 (2026-02-12) |
| 52-Week Low | $238.82 (2025-11-18) |
| Current Price | $287.52 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $272.09 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +5.67% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −21.58% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −5.16% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 72.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −47.50% |
| RS Peak | 105.3 (Jan 2024) |
| RS Trough | 61.5 (Jun 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was ITW's return for this report period?
ITW returned +3.22% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has ITW outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD ITW: +16.74% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is ITW's 12-month return?
+17.22% over the trailing 12 months.
Is ITW above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +5.67% versus 200DMA ($272.09).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−21.58% on 2025-04-08.