Illinois Tool Works Inc. reported earnings results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2021. For the fourth quarter, the company reported sales was USD 3,679 million compared to USD 3,475 million a year ago. Net income was USD 609 million compared to USD 642 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 1.94 compared to USD 2.03 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 1.93 compared to USD 2.02 a year ago.
For the full year, sales was USD 14,455 million compared to USD 12,574 million a year ago. Net income was USD 2,694 million compared to USD 2,109 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 8.55 compared to USD 6.66 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 8.51 compared to USD 6.63 a year ago.