Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

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Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

MANAGEMENT REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING

The management of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (the "Company" or "ITW") is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(f). ITW's internal control system was designed to provide reasonable assurance to the Company's management and Board of Directors regarding the preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements.

All internal control systems, no matter how well designed, have inherent limitations. Therefore, even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation.

ITW management assessed the effectiveness of the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2021. In making this assessment, it used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013). Based on our assessment we believe that, as of December 31, 2021, the Company's internal control over financial reporting is effective based on those criteria.

The effectiveness of the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2021 has been audited by Deloitte & Touche LLP, an independent registered public accounting firm, as stated in their report herein.

/s/ E. Scott Santi E. Scott Santi Chairman & Chief Executive Officer February 11, 2022/s/ Michael M. Larsen Michael M. Larsen Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer February 11, 2022

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

To the stockholders and the Board of Directors of Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Opinions on the Financial Statements and Internal Control over Financial Reporting

We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of Illinois Tool Works Inc. and subsidiaries (the "Company") as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, changes in stockholders' equity, and cash flows, for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2021, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). We also have audited the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO).

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2021, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Also, in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013) issued by COSO.

Basis for Opinions

The Company's management is responsible for these financial statements, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and an opinion on the Company's internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.

Our audits of the financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures to respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.

Definition and Limitations of Internal Control over Financial Reporting

A company's internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company's internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

Critical Audit Matter

The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current-period audit of the financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the

financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.

Income Taxes — Refer to Note 7 to the financial statements

Critical Audit Matter Description

The Company's income tax expense is recognized and measured based on management's interpretation of the tax regulations and rulings in numerous taxing jurisdictions, which requires significant judgment. When calculating income tax expense management makes estimates and assumptions, including determination of the completeness of book income in each jurisdiction, calculation of taxable income through identification and classification of book to tax differences (either temporary or permanent items), consideration of applicable tax deductions or credits, and the identification of uncertain tax positions.

The evaluation of each uncertain tax position requires management to apply specialized skill and knowledge related to the identified position. Management evaluates uncertain tax positions identified and a liability is established for unrecognized tax benefits when there is a more than 50% likelihood that its tax position will not be sustained upon examination by taxing authorities. There is additional judgment to determine the amount of the liability for the underlying tax position. The Company's income tax expense for 2021 was $632 million and the liability recorded for unrecognized tax benefits as of December 31, 2021, was $360 million.

Given the number of taxing jurisdictions and the complex and subjective nature of the associated tax regulations and rulings, certain audit matters required a high degree of auditor judgment and increased extent of effort, including the need to involve our income tax specialists. These matters included the auditing of income tax expense, identification of uncertain tax positions, measurement of unrecognized tax benefits, and certain planning transactions with income tax expense implications.

How the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit

With the assistance of our income tax specialists, our principal audit procedures related to income tax expense included the following, among others:

  • We tested the effectiveness of management's controls over income taxes, including those over income tax expense, unrecognized tax benefits, and certain planning transactions with income tax expense implications.

  • We evaluated management's significant estimates and judgments incorporated into the calculation of income tax expense by:

◦Selecting a sample of book to tax differences (temporary and permanent) and testing the accuracy, completeness, and classification of the selections, including evaluating that all impacts of significant transactions with income tax expense implications are considered.

◦Developing an expectation over the foreign income tax expense by jurisdiction and comparing it to the recorded balance.

◦Testing the accuracy of the income tax expense calculation.

  • We evaluated management's significant judgments regarding the identification of uncertain tax positions by:

◦Evaluating the reasonableness of a selection of certain planning transactions with income tax expense implications, including the completeness and accuracy of the underlying data supporting the transactions.

◦Assessing management's methods and assumptions used in identifying uncertain tax positions.

◦Comparing results of prior tax audits to ongoing and anticipated tax audits by tax authorities.

◦Evaluating external information including applicable tax law, new interpretations, and related changes to assess the completeness and reasonableness of management's considerations.

◦Determining if there was additional information not considered in management's assessment.

  • We evaluated a sample of the liabilities recorded for unrecognized tax benefits to assess the establishment and amount of the liability for the specific underlying tax position.

/s/ DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP

Chicago, Illinois

February 11, 2022

We have served as the Company's auditor since 2002.

Statement of Income

Illinois Tool Works Inc. and Subsidiaries

For the Years Ended December 31
In millions except per share amounts202120202019
Operating Revenue$14,455$12,574$14,109
Cost of revenue8,4897,3758,187
Selling, administrative, and research and development expenses2,3562,1632,361
Amortization and impairment of intangible assets133154159
Operating Income3,4772,8823,402
Interest expense(202)(206)(221)
Other income (expense)5128107
Income Before Taxes3,3262,7043,288
Income taxes632595767
Net Income$2,694$2,109$2,521
Net Income Per Share:
Basic$8.55$6.66$7.78
Diluted$8.51$6.63$7.74

The Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Statement of Comprehensive Income

Illinois Tool Works Inc. and Subsidiaries

For the Years Ended December 31
In millions202120202019
Net Income$2,694$2,109$2,521
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax54(2)
Pension and other postretirement benefit adjustments, net of tax13559(26)
Other comprehensive income (loss)14063(28)
Comprehensive Income$2,834$2,172$2,493

The Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Statement of Financial Position

Illinois Tool Works Inc. and Subsidiaries

December 31
In millions except per share amounts20212020
Assets
Current Assets:
Cash and equivalents$1,527$2,564
Trade receivables2,8402,506
Inventories1,6941,189
Prepaid expenses and other current assets313264
Total current assets6,3746,523
Net plant and equipment1,8091,777
Goodwill4,9654,690
Intangible assets972781
Deferred income taxes552533
Other assets1,4051,308
$16,077$15,612
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Current Liabilities:
Short-term debt$778$350
Accounts payable585534
Accrued expenses1,6481,284
Cash dividends payable382361
Income taxes payable7760
Total current liabilities3,4702,589
Noncurrent Liabilities:
Long-term debt6,9097,772
Deferred income taxes654588
Noncurrent income taxes payable365413
Other liabilities1,0531,068
Total noncurrent liabilities8,9819,841
Stockholders' Equity:
Common stock (par value of $0.01 per share):
Issued- 550.0 shares in 2021 and 2020 Outstanding- 312.9 shares in 2021 and 316.7 shares in 202066
Additional paid-in-capital1,4321,362
Retained earnings24,32523,114
Common stock held in treasury(20,636)(19,659)
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)(1,502)(1,642)
Noncontrolling interest11
Total stockholders' equity3,6263,182
$16,077$15,612

The Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Statement of Changes in Stockholders' Equity

Illinois Tool Works Inc. and Subsidiaries

In millions except per share amountsCommon StockAdditional Paid-in CapitalRetained EarningsCommon Stock Held in TreasuryAccumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)Noncontrolling InterestTotal
Balance as of December 31, 2018$6$1,253$21,217$(17,545)$(1,677)$4$3,258
Net income——2,521———2,521
Common stock issued for stock-based compensation—11—63——74
Stock-based compensation expense—41————41
Repurchases of common stock———(1,500)——(1,500)
Dividends declared ($4.14 per share)——(1,335)———(1,335)
Other comprehensive income (loss)————(28)—(28)
Noncontrolling interest—(1)————(1)
Balance as of December 31, 201961,30422,403(18,982)(1,705)43,030
Net income——2,109———2,109
Common stock issued for stock-based compensation—17—29——46
Stock-based compensation expense—42————42
Repurchases of common stock———(706)——(706)
Dividends declared ($4.42 per share)——(1,398)———(1,398)
Other comprehensive income (loss)————63—63
Noncontrolling interest—(1)———(3)(4)
Balance as of December 31, 202061,36223,114(19,659)(1,642)13,182
Net income——2,694———2,694
Common stock issued for stock-based compensation—17—23——40
Stock-based compensation expense—53————53
Repurchases of common stock———(1,000)——(1,000)
Dividends declared ($4.72 per share)——(1,483)———(1,483)
Other comprehensive income (loss)————140—140
Balance as of December 31, 2021$6$1,432$24,325$(20,636)$(1,502)$1$3,626

The Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Statement of Cash Flows

Illinois Tool Works Inc. and Subsidiaries

For the Years Ended December 31
In millions202120202019
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities:
Net income$2,694$2,109$2,521
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation277273267
Amortization and impairment of intangible assets133154159
Change in deferred income taxes(148)(30)32
Provision for uncollectible accounts376
(Income) loss from investments(29)(8)(15)
(Gain) loss on sale of plant and equipment—2(9)
(Gain) loss on sale of operations and affiliates——(44)
Stock-based compensation expense534241
Other non-cash items, net1389
Change in assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions and divestitures:
(Increase) decrease in—
Trade receivables(240)9540
Inventories(450)4398
Prepaid expenses and other assets(36)4111
Increase (decrease) in—
Accounts payable3719(16)
Accrued expenses and other liabilities20217(95)
Income taxes4934(7)
Other, net(1)1(3)
Net cash provided by operating activities2,5572,8072,995
Cash Provided by (Used for) Investing Activities:
Acquisition of businesses (excluding cash and equivalents)(731)—(4)
Additions to plant and equipment(296)(236)(326)
Proceeds from investments381420
Proceeds from sale of plant and equipment81025
Proceeds from sale of operations and affiliates—1120
Other, net(3)(3)(18)
Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities(984)(214)(183)
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities:
Cash dividends paid(1,463)(1,379)(1,321)
Issuance of common stock506685
Repurchases of common stock(1,000)(706)(1,500)
Net proceeds from (repayments of) debt with original maturities of three months or less120—(1)
Proceeds from debt with original maturities of more than three months90—1,774
Repayments of debt with original maturities of more than three months(351)(4)(1,351)
Other, net(10)(26)(12)
Net cash provided by (used for) financing activities(2,564)(2,049)(2,326)
Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash and Equivalents(46)39(9)
Cash and Equivalents:
Increase (decrease) during the year(1,037)583477
Beginning of year2,5641,9811,504
End of year$1,527$2,564$1,981
Supplementary Cash Flow Information:
Cash Paid During the Year for Interest$197$194$223
Cash Paid During the Year for Income Taxes, Net of Refunds$731$591$742

The Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.

Notes to Financial Statements

(1) Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Description of business— Illinois Tool Works Inc. (the "Company" or "ITW") is a global manufacturer of a diversified range of industrial products and equipment with approximately 83 divisions in 52 countries. The Company's operations are organized and managed based on similar product offerings and end markets, and are reported to senior management as the following seven segments: Automotive OEM; Food Equipment; Test & Measurement and Electronics; Welding; Polymers & Fluids; Construction Products; and Specialty Products.

Consolidation and translation— The financial statements include the Company and its majority-owned subsidiaries. The Company follows the equity method of accounting for investments where the Company has a significant influence but not a controlling interest. Intercompany transactions are eliminated from the financial statements. Foreign subsidiaries' assets and liabilities are translated to U.S. dollars at end-of-period exchange rates. Revenues and expenses are translated at average rates for the period. Translation adjustments are reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders' equity.

Reclassifications— Certain reclassifications of prior year data have been made to conform to current year reporting.

Use of estimates— The preparation of the Company's financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and the notes to financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Acquisitions— The Company accounts for acquisitions under the acquisition method, in which assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded at fair value as of the date of acquisition. The operating results of the acquired companies are included in the Company's consolidated financial statements from the date of acquisition. Refer to Note 3. Acquisitions for additional information regarding the Company's acquisitions.

Operating revenue— Operating revenue is recognized at the time a good or service is transferred to a customer and the customer obtains control of that good or receives the service performed. The Company's sales arrangements with customers are predominantly short-term in nature involving a single performance obligation related to the delivery of products and generally provide for transfer of control at the time of shipment. In limited circumstances, there may be significant obligations to the customer that are unfulfilled at the time of shipment, typically involving installation of equipment and customer acceptance. In these circumstances, operating revenue may be deferred until all significant obligations have been completed. In other limited arrangements, the Company may recognize revenue over time. This may include arrangements for service performed over time where operating revenue is recognized over time as the service is provided to the customer. It may also include the sale of highly specialized systems that include a high degree of customization and installation at the customer site which are recognized over time if the product does not have an alternative use and the Company has an enforceable right to payment for work performed to date. Revenue for transactions meeting these criteria is recognized over time as work is performed based on the costs incurred to date relative to the total estimated costs at completion. The amount of operating revenue recorded reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for goods or services and may include adjustments for customer allowances and rebates. Customer allowances and rebates consist primarily of volume discounts and other short-term incentive programs, which are estimated at the time of sale based on historical experience and anticipated trends. Shipping and handling charges billed to customers are included in revenue and are recognized along with the related product revenue as they are considered a fulfillment cost. Sales commissions are expensed when incurred, which is generally at the time of revenue recognition. Contract liabilities associated with sales arrangements primarily relate to deferred revenue on equipment sales and prepaid service contracts. Total deferred revenue and customer deposits were $394 million and $222 million as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and are short-term in nature. The deferred revenue and customer deposits as of December 31, 2021 included $108 million related to the MTS Test & Simulation business, which was acquired on December 1, 2021. Refer to Note 3. Acquisitions for additional information regarding this acquisition. Refer to Note 5. Operating Revenue for additional information regarding the Company's operating revenue.

Research and development expenses— Research and development expenses are recorded as expense in the year incurred. These costs were $239 million, $214 million and $221 million for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

Advertising expenses— Advertising expenses are recorded as expense in the year incurred. These costs were $50 million, $43 million and $48 million for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

Income taxes— The Company utilizes the asset and liability method of accounting for income taxes. Deferred income taxes are determined based on the estimated future tax effects of differences between the financial and tax bases of assets and liabilities given the provisions of the enacted tax laws. Valuation allowances are established when it is estimated that it is more likely than not that the tax benefit of the deferred tax asset will not be realized.

Cash and equivalents— Cash and equivalents include cash on hand and instruments having original maturities of three months or less. Cash and equivalents are stated at cost, which approximates fair value.

Trade receivables— Trade receivables are net of allowances for doubtful accounts. The changes in the allowance for doubtful accounts for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 were as follows:

In millions202120202019
Beginning balance$29$20$21
Provision charged to expense376
Acquisitions and divestitures2——
Write-offs, net of recoveries(5)(4)(4)
Transfer (to)/from assets held for sale—2(2)
Foreign currency translation/other(1)4(1)
Ending balance$28$29$20

Inventories— Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value and include material, labor and factory overhead. The last-in, first-out ("LIFO") method is used to determine the cost of inventories at certain U.S. businesses. The first-in, first-out ("FIFO") method, which approximates current cost, is used for all other inventories. Inventories priced at LIFO were approximately 19% of total inventories as of both December 31, 2021 and 2020. If the FIFO method was used for all inventories, total inventories would have been approximately $118 million and $82 million higher than reported at December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The major classes of inventory at December 31, 2021 and 2020 were as follows:

In millions20212020
Raw material$716$454
Work-in-process208136
Finished goods888681
LIFO reserve(118)(82)
Total inventories$1,694$1,189

Net plant and equipment— Net plant and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation. Renewals and improvements that increase the useful life of plant and equipment are capitalized. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred. Net plant and equipment consisted of the following at December 31, 2021 and 2020:

In millions20212020
Land$198$204
Buildings and improvements1,4621,432
Machinery and equipment3,8983,824
Construction in progress142133
Gross plant and equipment5,7005,593
Accumulated depreciation(3,891)(3,816)
Net plant and equipment$1,809$1,777

The Company's U.S. businesses primarily compute depreciation on an accelerated basis. The majority of the Company's international businesses compute depreciation on a straight-line basis. The ranges of useful lives used to depreciate plant and equipment are as follows:

Buildings and improvements5—50 years
Machinery and equipment3—12 years

Depreciation was $277 million, $273 million and $267 million for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

Goodwill and intangible assets— Goodwill represents the excess cost over fair value of the net assets of acquired businesses. The Company does not amortize goodwill and intangible assets that have indefinite lives. Amortizable intangible assets are being amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives of 3 to 20 years.

The Company performs an impairment assessment of goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives annually, or more frequently if triggering events occur, based on the estimated fair value of the related reporting unit or intangible asset. Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants.

When performing its annual impairment assessment, the Company evaluates the goodwill assigned to each of its reporting units for potential impairment by comparing the estimated fair value of the relevant reporting unit to the carrying value. The Company uses various Level 2 and Level 3 valuation techniques to determine the fair value of its reporting units, including discounting estimated future cash flows based on a cash flow forecast prepared by the relevant reporting unit and market multiples of relevant public companies. If the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying value, a goodwill impairment loss is recorded for the difference.

The Company's indefinite-lived intangible assets consist of trademarks and brands. The estimated fair values of these intangible assets are determined based on a Level 3 valuation method using a relief-from-royalty income approach derived from internally forecasted revenues of the related products. If the fair value of the trademark or brand is less than its carrying value, an impairment loss is recorded for the difference between the estimated fair value and carrying value of the intangible asset.

Leases— The Company recognizes a lease liability and corresponding right-of-use asset for all operating leases with a noncancellable lease term of greater than one year. Rental expense for operating leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the noncancellable lease term based on the minimum lease payments at lease inception. Changes in rent subsequent to commencement that were not included in minimum lease payments at inception are recognized as variable rent in the period incurred. Refer to Note 10. Leases for additional information regarding the Company's operating leases.

Accrued warranties— The Company accrues for product warranties based on historical experience. The changes in accrued warranties for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 were as follows:

In millions202120202019
Beginning balance$45$45$45
Charges(34)(34)(44)
Provision charged to expense343344
Acquisitions and divestitures5——
Foreign currency translation/other(4)1—
Ending balance$46$45$45

New Accounting Pronouncements

In June 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the "FASB") issued authoritative guidance which changes the methodology used to measure credit losses for certain financial instruments. Under prior guidance, credit loss reserves were estimated based on historical information. The new guidance requires credit loss reserves to reflect the estimated credit losses expected to be incurred over the life of the financial asset. The Company adopted this new guidance effective January 1, 2020

and applied it prospectively, which did not have a material impact on the Company's results of operations or financial position.

In January 2017, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which simplifies the assessment of goodwill for impairment. Under prior guidance, when the estimated fair value of a reporting unit was less than its carrying value, the fair value of the goodwill was determined by valuing the other assets and liabilities of the reporting unit. Under the new guidance, the requirement to determine the fair value of goodwill has been eliminated, and an impairment charge is recognized for the amount that the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value. Effective January 1, 2020, the Company adopted the new guidance prospectively and applied the new guidance during its annual assessment of goodwill in the third quarter of 2020 and 2021. The adoption of this new accounting guidance had no impact on the Company's results of operations or financial position. Refer to Note 9. Goodwill and Intangible Assets for additional information regarding the Company's annual assessment of goodwill.

In December 2019, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which simplifies certain aspects of the accounting for income taxes, including the elimination of an exception to the methodology for calculating income taxes in an interim period when a year-to-date loss exceeds the anticipated full year loss. The Company early adopted this new guidance effective January 1, 2020 and applied it prospectively, which did not have a material impact on the Company's results of operations or financial position.

In October 2021, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which improves the accounting for acquired revenue contracts with customers in a business combination. The new guidance provides an exception to measure contract assets and contract liabilities acquired in a business combination in accordance with existing revenue recognition guidance rather than at fair value. The Company early adopted this new guidance in the fourth quarter of 2021. The new guidance is effective prospectively upon adoption and must also be applied retrospectively to all interim periods in the year of adoption. The adoption of this new accounting guidance did not have a material impact on the Company's results of operations or financial position. Refer to Note 3. Acquisitions for additional information regarding the Company's acquisitions.

(2) Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In early 2020, an outbreak of a novel strain of coronavirus ("COVID-19") occurred in China and other jurisdictions. The COVID-19 outbreak was subsequently declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020. In response to the outbreak, governments around the globe have taken various actions to reduce its spread, including travel restrictions, shutdowns of businesses deemed nonessential, and stay-at-home or similar orders. The COVID-19 pandemic and the measures taken globally to reduce its spread have negatively impacted the global economy, causing significant disruptions in the Company's global operations starting primarily in the latter part of the first quarter of 2020 as COVID-19 continued to spread and impact the countries in which the Company operates and the markets the Company serves. During 2021, the Company experienced solid recovery progress in many of its end markets; however, the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic continue to have an adverse impact on the Company's global operations. The full extent of the COVID-19 outbreak and its impact on the markets served by the Company and on the Company's operations continues to be highly uncertain as conditions continue to fluctuate around the world, with vaccine administration rising in certain regions and spikes in infections (including the spread of variants) also being experienced. A prolonged outbreak could continue to interrupt the operations of the Company and its customers and suppliers.

(3) Acquisitions

Net cash paid for acquisitions during 2021 and 2019 was $731 million and $4 million, respectively. There were no acquisitions in 2020. The cash paid in 2021 related to the acquisition of the Test & Simulation business of MTS Systems Corporation ("MTS") from Amphenol Corporation ("Amphenol"), as discussed below. Acquisitions, individually and in the aggregate, did not materially affect the Company's results of operations or financial position for any period presented.

On December 1, 2021, the Company completed the acquisition of the MTS Test & Simulation business for a purchase price of $750 million, subject to certain closing adjustments. The MTS Test & Simulation business is a leading global supplier of high-performance testing and simulation systems and is highly complementary to the Company's existing Test & Measurement and Electronics segment. The operating results of the MTS Test & Simulation business were reported within the Test & Measurement and Electronics segment from the date of acquisition, with operating revenue of $46 million for the one month ended December 31, 2021. The Company is in process of allocating the purchase price to the acquired assets and liabilities as of the acquisition date, including intangible assets and goodwill. Based on its initial allocation, the Company recorded goodwill of $371 million and intangible assets of $321 million. The intangible assets included $93 million related to

indefinite-lived trademarks and brands and $228 million related to amortizable intangible assets that are expected to be amortized on a straight-line basis over estimated useful lives ranging from 0.3 to 12 years, with a weighted-average life of 10 years. The Company does not expect any of the goodwill related to the transaction to be tax deductible. The fair values of the intangible assets were estimated based on discounted cash flow and market-based valuation models using Level 2 and Level 3 inputs and assumptions. Subsequent acquisition accounting adjustments may change the initial amounts recorded, including goodwill and intangible assets, primarily due to the completion of valuations. The allocation of purchase price will be completed as soon as practicable, but no later than one year from the acquisition date.

(4) Divestitures

The Company routinely reviews its portfolio of businesses relative to its business portfolio criteria and evaluates if further portfolio refinements may be needed. The Company previously communicated its intent to explore options, including potential divestitures, for certain businesses with annual revenues totaling up to $1 billion. As such, the Company may commit to a plan to exit or dispose of certain businesses and present them as held for sale in periods prior to the sale of the business.

In the second quarter of 2019, the Company approved plans to divest six businesses, including two businesses in the Test & Measurement and Electronics segment, one business in the Automotive OEM segment, one business in the Welding segment, and two businesses in the Specialty Products segment. These six businesses were classified as held for sale beginning in the second quarter of 2019. In the fourth quarter of 2019, the Company divested three of the held for sale businesses which included one business in the Test & Measurement and Electronics segment, one business in the Welding segment, and one business in the Specialty Products segment.

For the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, the Company recorded net pre-tax gains on disposal of businesses of $44 million ($30 million after-tax, or $0.09 per diluted share) which was primarily due to the three divestitures of held for sale businesses discussed above. The net pre-tax gain was included in Other income (expense) in the Statement of Income.

Operating revenue related to businesses divested in 2019 that was included in the Company's results of operations for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 was $134 million. The operating revenue for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 of $134 million related to the businesses divested in 2019 included $62 million in the Welding segment, $58 million in the Test & Measurement and Electronics segment, and $14 million in the Specialty Products segment.

As of December 31, 2019, three of the businesses discussed above continued to be held for sale, including one business in the Test & Measurement and Electronics segment, one business in the Automotive OEM segment, and one business in the Specialty Products segment.

During 2020, the sales of the three remaining businesses held for sale were determined to no longer be probable of being completed within one year, primarily due to the disruptions and economic uncertainty resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Accordingly, these businesses were no longer presented as held for sale.

(5) Operating Revenue

The Company's 83 diversified operating divisions are organized and managed based on similar product offerings and end markets, and are reported to senior management as the following seven segments: Automotive OEM; Food Equipment; Test & Measurement and Electronics; Welding; Polymers & Fluids; Construction Products; and Specialty Products. Operating revenue by product category, which is consistent with the Company's segment presentation, for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was as follows:

In millions202120202019
Automotive OEM$2,800$2,571$3,063
Food Equipment2,0781,7392,188
Test & Measurement and Electronics2,3461,9632,121
Welding1,6501,3841,638
Polymers & Fluids1,8041,6221,669
Construction Products1,9451,6521,625
Specialty Products1,8541,6601,825
Intersegment revenue(22)(17)(20)
Total$14,455$12,574$14,109

The following is a description of the product offerings, end markets and typical revenue transactions for each of the Company's seven segments:

Automotive OEM**—** This segment is a global, niche supplier to top tier OEMs, providing unique innovation to address pain points for sophisticated customers with complex problems. Businesses in this segment produce components and fasteners for automotive-related applications. This segment primarily serves the automotive original equipment manufacturers and tiers market. Products in this segment include:

  • plastic and metal components, fasteners and assemblies for automobiles, light trucks and other industrial uses.

Products sold in this segment are primarily manufactured to the customer's specifications and are sold under long-term supply agreements with OEM auto manufacturers and other top tier auto parts suppliers. The Company typically recognizes revenue for products in this segment at the time of shipment. Certain products may be produced utilizing tooling that is owned by the customer that the Company developed and is reimbursed by the customer for the associated cost. In these arrangements, the Company typically retains a contractual right to use the customer-owned tooling for the purpose of fulfilling its obligations under the supply agreement. The Company records reimbursements for the cost of customer-owned tooling as a cost offset rather than operating revenue as tooling is not considered a product offering central to the Company's operations.

Food Equipment**—** This segment is a highly focused and branded industry leader in commercial food equipment differentiated by innovation and integrated service offerings. This segment primarily serves the food service, food retail and food institutional/restaurant markets. Products in this segment include:

  • warewashing equipment;

  • cooking equipment, including ovens, ranges and broilers;

  • refrigeration equipment, including refrigerators, freezers and prep tables;

  • food processing equipment, including slicers, mixers and scales;

  • kitchen exhaust, ventilation and pollution control systems; and

  • food equipment service, maintenance and repair.

Revenue for equipment sold in this segment is typically recognized at the time of product shipment. In limited circumstances involving installation of equipment and customer acceptance, the Company may recognize revenue upon completion of installation and acceptance by the customer. Annual service contracts are typically sold separate from equipment and the related revenue is recognized on a straight-line basis over the annual service period. Operating revenue for on-demand service repairs and parts is recorded upon completion and customer acceptance of the work performed.

Test & Measurement and Electronics**—** This segment is a branded and innovative producer of test and measurement and electronic manufacturing and maintenance, repair, and operations, or "MRO" solutions that improve efficiency and quality

for customers in diverse end markets. Businesses in this segment produce equipment, consumables, and related software for testing and measuring of materials and structures, as well as equipment and consumables used in the production of electronic subassemblies and microelectronics. This segment primarily serves the electronics, general industrial, automotive original equipment manufacturers and tiers, industrial capital goods, energy and consumer durables markets. Products in this segment include:

  • equipment, consumables, and related software for testing and measuring of materials, structures, gases and fluids;

  • electronic assembly equipment;

  • electronic components and component packaging;

  • static control equipment and consumables used for contamination control in clean room environments; and

  • pressure sensitive adhesives and components for electronics, medical, transportation and telecommunications applications.

Revenue for products sold in this segment is typically recognized at the time of shipment. In limited circumstances where significant obligations to the customer are unfulfilled at the time of shipment, typically involving installation of equipment and customer acceptance, revenue recognition is deferred until such obligations have been completed. In other limited arrangements involving the sale of highly specialized systems that include a high degree of customization and installation at the customer site, revenue is recognized over time if the product does not have an alternative use, and the Company has an enforceable right to payment for work performed to date. Revenue for transactions meeting these criteria is recognized over time as work is performed based on the costs incurred to date relative to the total estimated costs at completion.

Welding**—** This segment is a branded value-added equipment and specialty consumable manufacturer with innovative and leading technology. Businesses in this segment produce arc welding equipment, consumables and accessories for a wide array of industrial and commercial applications. This segment primarily serves the general industrial market, which includes fabrication, shipbuilding and other general industrial markets, and energy, construction, MRO, automotive original equipment manufacturers and tiers, and industrial capital goods markets. Products in this segment include:

  • arc welding equipment; and

  • metal arc welding consumables and related accessories.

Products in this segment are primarily manufactured to meet anticipated customer demand. The Company typically recognizes revenue for these products at the time of product shipment.

Polymers & Fluids**—** This segment is a branded supplier to niche markets that require value-added, differentiated products. Businesses in this segment produce engineered adhesives, sealants, lubrication and cutting fluids, and fluids and polymers for auto aftermarket maintenance and appearance. This segment primarily serves the automotive aftermarket, general industrial, MRO and construction markets. Products in this segment include:

  • adhesives for industrial, construction and consumer purposes;

  • chemical fluids which clean or add lubrication to machines;

  • epoxy and resin-based coating products for industrial applications;

  • hand wipes and cleaners for industrial applications;

  • fluids, polymers and other supplies for auto aftermarket maintenance and appearance;

  • fillers and putties for auto body repair; and

  • polyester coatings and patch and repair products for the marine industry.

Products in this segment are primarily manufactured to meet anticipated customer demand. The Company typically recognizes revenue for these products at the time of product shipment.

Construction Products**—** This segment is a branded supplier of innovative engineered fastening systems and solutions. This segment primarily serves the residential construction, renovation/remodel and commercial construction markets. Products in this segment include:

  • fasteners and related fastening tools for wood and metal applications;

  • anchors, fasteners and related tools for concrete applications;

  • metal plate truss components and related equipment and software; and

  • packaged hardware, fasteners, anchors and other products for retail.

Products in this segment are primarily manufactured to meet anticipated customer demand. The Company typically recognizes revenue for these products at the time of product shipment.

Specialty Products**—** This segment is focused on diversified niche market opportunities with substantial patent protection producing beverage packaging equipment and consumables, product coding and marking equipment and consumables, and appliance components and fasteners. This segment primarily serves the food and beverage, consumer durables, general industrial, industrial capital goods and printing and publishing markets. Products in this segment include:

  • line integration, conveyor systems and line automation for the food and beverage industries;

  • plastic consumables that multi-pack cans and bottles and related equipment;

  • foil, film and related equipment used to decorate consumer products;

  • product coding and marking equipment and related consumables;

  • plastic and metal closures and components for appliances;

  • airport ground support equipment; and

  • components for medical devices.

Products in this segment are primarily manufactured to meet anticipated customer demand. The Company typically recognizes revenue for these products at the time of product shipment. In limited circumstances where significant obligations to the customer are unfulfilled at the time of shipment, typically involving installation of equipment and customer acceptance, revenue is recognized when such obligations have been completed.

(6) Other Income (Expense)

Other income (expense) for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 consisted of the following:

In millions202120202019
Interest income$12$17$29
Other net periodic benefit income231324
Income (loss) from investments29815
Gain (loss) on disposal of operations and affiliates——44
Equity income in Wilsonart———
Gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions, net(9)(5)(10)
Other, net(4)(5)5
Total other income (expense)$51$28$107

Refer to Note 4. Divestitures for further information regarding the Gain (loss) on disposal of operations and affiliates of $44 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019.

In the fourth quarter of 2012, the Company divested a 51% majority interest in its former Decorative Surfaces segment to certain funds managed by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC ("CD&R"). As a result of the transaction, the Company owns common units (the "Common Units") of Wilsonart International Holdings LLC ("Wilsonart") initially representing approximately 49% (on an as-converted basis) of the total outstanding equity. CD&R owns cumulative convertible participating preferred units (the "Preferred Units") of Wilsonart representing approximately 51% (on an as-converted basis) of the total outstanding equity. The Preferred Units rank senior to the Common Units as to dividends and liquidation preference, and accrue dividends at a rate of 10% per annum. The ownership interest in Wilsonart is reported using the equity method of accounting. The Company's proportionate share in the income (loss) of Wilsonart is reported in Other income (expense) in the Statement of Income. As the Company's investment in Wilsonart is structured as a partnership for U.S. tax purposes, U.S. taxes are recorded separately from the equity investment. In 2016, the Company received a $167 million dividend distribution from Wilsonart which exceeded the Company's equity investment balance and resulted in a $54 million pre-tax gain in 2016. As a result of the dividend distribution, the equity investment balance in Wilsonart was reduced to zero and any subsequent equity investment income will not be recognized until the gain is recaptured.

(7) Income Taxes

Noncurrent income taxes payable— On December 22, 2017, the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (the "Act") was enacted in the United States. The provisions of the Act significantly revised the U.S. corporate income tax rules. In connection with the

enactment of the Act, the Company recorded a one-time additional income tax expense of $676 million in the fourth quarter of 2017 related to a one-time repatriation tax on the deemed repatriation of post-1986 undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries. A portion of the resulting income taxes payable can be paid in installments over eight years. The noncurrent income taxes payable related to the one-time repatriation tax was $365 million and $413 million as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively.

Provision for income taxes— The components of the provision for income taxes for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 were as follows:

In millions202120202019
U.S. federal income taxes:
Current$399$301$356
Deferred(95)(54)(26)
Total U.S. federal income taxes304247330
Foreign income taxes:
Current302276302
Deferred(57)1553
Total foreign income taxes245291355
State income taxes:
Current794877
Deferred495
Total state income taxes835782
Total provision for income taxes$632$595$767

Income before taxes for domestic and foreign operations for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was as follows:

In millions202120202019
Domestic$1,667$1,419$1,774
Foreign1,6591,2851,514
Total income before taxes$3,326$2,704$3,288

The reconciliation between the U.S. federal statutory tax rate and the effective tax rate for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was as follows:

202120202019
U.S. federal statutory tax rate21.0%21.0%21.0%
U.S. tax effect of foreign earnings1.21.01.1
Changes in tax law(3.4)(1.5)—
State income taxes, net of U.S. federal tax benefit2.11.91.7
Differences between U.S. federal statutory and foreign tax rates1.92.02.0
Nontaxable foreign interest income(1.6)(2.0)(1.4)
Tax effect of foreign dividends0.61.60.2
Foreign derived intangible income(1.3)(1.3)(0.1)
Excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation(0.5)(1.0)(0.9)
Other, net(1.0)0.3(0.3)
Effective tax rate19.0%22.0%23.3%

The Company's effective tax rate for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was 19.0%, 22.0% and 23.3%, respectively. The 2021 effective tax rate benefited from discrete income tax benefits of $21 million in the third quarter of 2021 related to the utilization of capital losses and $112 million in the second quarter of 2021 related to the

remeasurement of net deferred tax assets due to the enactment of the U.K. Finance Bill 2021, which increases the U.K. income tax rate from 19% to 25% effective April 1, 2023. The 2019 effective tax rate benefited from a discrete income tax benefit of $21 million in the third quarter for the U.S. federal provision to return adjustment resulting primarily from changes in estimates related to the Act. Additionally, the effective tax rates for 2021, 2020 and 2019 included discrete income tax benefits of $17 million, $27 million and $28 million, respectively, related to excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation.

Upon repatriation of foreign earnings to the U.S., the Company may be subject to foreign withholding taxes. The accrual for foreign withholding taxes related to the expected repatriation of foreign held cash and equivalents as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 was $48 million and $55 million, respectively.

Deferred foreign withholding taxes have not been provided on undistributed earnings considered permanently invested. As of December 31, 2021, undistributed earnings of certain international subsidiaries that are considered permanently invested were approximately $6 billion. Determination of the related deferred tax liability is not practicable because of the complexities associated with the hypothetical calculation.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities— The components of deferred income tax assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 were as follows:

20212020
In millionsAssetLiabilityAssetLiability
Goodwill and intangible assets$431$(534)$292$(476)
Inventory reserves, capitalized tax cost and LIFO inventory39(3)31(3)
Investments17(146)10(156)
Plant and equipment17(103)16(91)
Accrued expenses and reserves39—37—
Employee benefit accruals170—168—
Foreign tax credit carryforwards11—12—
Net operating loss carryforwards456—418—
Capital loss carryforwards236—88—
Allowances for uncollectible accounts11—10—
Pension liabilities—(65)—(27)
Unrealized loss (gain) on foreign debt instruments—(44)29—
Operating leases49(49)48(48)
Other52(42)32(18)
Gross deferred income tax assets (liabilities)1,528(986)1,191(819)
Valuation allowances(644)—(427)—
Total deferred income tax assets (liabilities)$884$(986)$764$(819)

The valuation allowances recorded as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 related primarily to certain net operating loss carryforwards and capital loss carryforwards. As of December 31, 2021, the Company had utilized all realizable foreign tax credit carryforwards.

As of December 31, 2021, the Company had net operating loss carryforwards available to offset future taxable income in the U.S. and certain foreign jurisdictions, which expire as follows:

Gross Carryforwards
Related to Net
In millionsOperating Losses
2022$19
20235
20249
20252
20269
2027-2047574
Do not expire1,116
Total gross carryforwards related to net operating losses$1,734

Unrecognized tax benefits— The changes in the amount of unrecognized tax benefits for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 were as follows:

In millions202120202019
Beginning balance$346$296$297
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year11746
Additions for tax positions of prior years233913
Reductions for tax positions of prior years(12)(47)(14)
Settlements—(23)(5)
Foreign currency translation(8)7(1)
Ending balance$360$346$296

Included in the balance as of December 31, 2021 were approximately $320 million of unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would impact the Company's effective tax rate.

The Company and its subsidiaries file tax returns in the U.S. and various state, local and foreign jurisdictions. These tax returns are routinely audited by the tax authorities in these jurisdictions including the Internal Revenue Service, Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs, German Fiscal Authority, French Fiscal Authority, and Australian Tax Office, and a number of these audits are currently ongoing, which may increase the amount of the unrecognized tax benefits in future periods. The Company believes it is reasonably possible that within the next twelve months the amount of the Company's unrecognized tax benefits may be decreased by approximately $51 million related predominantly to the potential resolution of federal, state and foreign examinations. The Company has recorded its best estimate of the potential exposure for these issues. The following table summarizes the open tax years for the Company's major jurisdictions:

JurisdictionOpen Tax Years
United States – Federal2017-2021
United Kingdom2017-2021
Germany2015-2021
France2017-2021
Australia2013-2021

The Company recognizes interest and penalties related to income tax matters in income tax expense. The accrual for interest and penalties as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 was $40 million and $34 million, respectively.

(8) Net Income Per Share

Net income per basic share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted-average number of shares outstanding for the period. Net income per diluted share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted-average number of shares

assuming dilution for stock options and restricted stock units. Dilutive shares reflect the potential additional shares that would be outstanding if the dilutive stock options outstanding were exercised and the unvested restricted stock units vested during the period. The computation of net income per share for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was as follows:

In millions except per share amounts202120202019
Net Income$2,694$2,109$2,521
Net income per share—Basic:
Weighted-average common shares315.1316.9323.9
Net income per share—Basic$8.55$6.66$7.78
Net income per share—Diluted:
Weighted-average common shares315.1316.9323.9
Effect of dilutive stock options and restricted stock units1.31.41.7
Weighted-average common shares assuming dilution316.4318.3325.6
Net income per share—Diluted$8.51$6.63$7.74

Options that were considered antidilutive were not included in the computation of diluted net income per share. There were 0.4 million, 0.5 million and 0.9 million antidilutive options outstanding for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

(9) Goodwill and Intangible Assets

The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 were as follows:

In millionsAutomotive OEMTest & Measurement and ElectronicsFood EquipmentPolymers & FluidsWeldingConstruction ProductsSpecialty ProductsTotal
Balance, December 31, 2019$466$1,245$256$887$258$512$868$4,492
Transfer from assets held for sale583————795
Foreign currency translation201915691915103
Balance, December 31, 20204911,3472718932675318904,690
Acquisitions—371—————371
Foreign currency translation(16)(11)(6)(20)(9)(13)(21)(96)
Balance, December 31, 2021$475$1,707$265$873$258$518$869$4,965
Cumulative goodwill impairment charges, December 31, 2021$24$83$60$15$5$7$46$240

Intangible assets as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 were as follows:

20212020
In millionsCostAccumulated AmortizationNetCostAccumulated AmortizationNet
Amortizable intangible assets:
Customer lists and relationships$1,849$(1,474)$375$1,692$(1,396)$296
Trademarks and brands732(527)205742(505)237
Patents and proprietary technology640(563)77606(542)64
Other533(471)62487(463)24
Total amortizable intangible assets3,754(3,035)7193,527(2,906)621
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Trademarks and brands253—253160—160
Total intangible assets$4,007$(3,035)$972$3,687$(2,906)$781

On December 1, 2021, the Company completed the acquisition of the MTS Test & Simulation business for a purchase price of $750 million, subject to certain closing adjustments, which was reported within the Test & Measurement and Electronics segment. The Company is in process of allocating the purchase price to the acquired assets and liabilities as of the acquisition date, including intangible assets and goodwill. Based on its initial allocation, the Company recorded goodwill of $371 million and intangible assets of $321 million. The intangible assets included $93 million related to indefinite-lived trademarks and brands and $228 million related to amortizable intangible assets. Refer to Note 3. Acquisitions for additional information regarding this acquisition.

The Company performed its annual impairment assessment of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets in the third quarter of 2021, 2020 and 2019. There were no impairment charges as a result of these assessments.

For the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, amortization and impairment of intangible assets was $133 million, $154 million and $159 million, respectively.

As of December 31, 2021, the estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets for the twelve months ending December 31 was as follows:

In millions
2022$137
2023118
2024101
202578
202659

(10) Leases

The Company's lease transactions are primarily for the use of facilities, vehicles and office equipment under operating lease arrangements. Total rental expense for operating leases for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was $118 million, $113 million and $113 million, respectively. Total rental expense for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 included $47 million, $48 million and $44 million, respectively, related to short-term operating leases and variable lease payments. Short-term operating leases have original terms of one year or less, or can be terminated at the Company's option with a short notice period and without significant penalty, and are not capitalized.

The following table summarizes information related to the Company's capitalized operating leases for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020:

Dollars in millions20212020
Right-of-use assets$222$216
Current portion of operating lease liabilities$61$55
Long-term portion of operating lease liabilities133133
Operating lease liabilities$194$188
Rental expense related to capitalized operating leases$71$65
Cash paid related to maturities of operating lease liabilities$70$64
Operating lease right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities$71$65
Weighted-average remaining lease term4.4 years4.1 years
Weighted-average discount rate1.98%2.34%

The right-of-use assets related to operating leases and the current and long-term portions of operating lease liabilities were included in Other assets, Accrued expenses and Other liabilities, respectively, in the Statement of Financial Position. The weighted-average discount rate was based on the incremental borrowing rate of the Company and its subsidiaries. As of December 31, 2021, future maturities of operating lease liabilities for the twelve months ending December 31 were as follows:

In millions
2022$64
202351
202436
202520
202613
2027 and future years19
Total future minimum lease payments203
Less: Imputed interest(9)
Operating lease liabilities$194

(11) Debt

Total debt as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 was as follows:

In millions20212020
Short-term debt$778$350
Long-term debt6,9097,772
Total debt$7,687$8,122

Short-term debt— Short-term debt represents obligations with a maturity date of one year or less and is stated at cost which approximates fair value. Short-term debt also includes current maturities of long-term debt that have been reclassified to short-term. Short-term debt as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 consisted of the following:

In millions20212020
Current maturities of long-term debt$568$350
Commercial paper210—
Total short-term debt$778$350

As of December 31, 2021, short-term debt included $568 million related to the 1.75% Euro notes due May 20, 2022 and commercial paper of $210 million. As of December 31, 2020, short-term debt included $350 million related to the 3.375% notes due September 15, 2021, which were redeemed in full on June 15, 2021. There was no commercial paper outstanding as of December 31, 2020.

The Company may issue commercial paper to fund general corporate needs, share repurchases, and small and medium-sized acquisitions. During the third quarter of 2019, the Company entered into a $2.5 billion, five-year revolving credit facility with a termination date of September 27, 2024, which is available to provide additional liquidity, including to support the potential issuances of commercial paper. On September 22, 2021, due to the anticipated LIBOR transition, the Company agreed to suspend its right to borrow in Euro, British Pounds Sterling and Japanese Yen currencies under the revolving credit facility, effective December 31, 2021. The Company may continue to borrow in U.S. Dollars under the credit facility. This change is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company's liquidity or its commercial paper program. No amounts were outstanding under the revolving credit facility as of December 31, 2021. The Company was also in compliance with the financial covenants of the revolving credit facility as of December 31, 2021, which included a minimum interest coverage ratio. The weighted-average interest rate on commercial paper was 0.1% for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021. The Company did not have any commercial paper outstanding during 2020.

As of December 31, 2021, the Company had unused capacity of approximately $201 million under international debt facilities. In the ordinary course of business, the Company also had approximately $210 million outstanding in guarantees, letters of credit and other similar arrangements with financial institutions as of December 31, 2021.

Long-term debt— Long-term debt represents obligations with a maturity date greater than one year, and excludes current maturities that have been reclassified to short-term debt. Long-term debt at carrying value and fair value as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 consisted of the following:

20212020
In millionsEffective Interest RateCarrying ValueFair ValueCarrying ValueFair Value
3.375% notes due September 15, 20213.43%$—$—$350$355
1.75% Euro notes due May 20, 20221.86%568570609625
1.25% Euro notes due May 22, 20231.35%567578609631
3.50% notes due March 1, 20243.54%699734698764
0.25% Euro notes due December 5, 20240.31%679688729745
2.65% notes due November 15, 20262.69%9951,0539941,108
0.625% Euro notes due December 5, 20270.71%564577605639
2.125% Euro notes due May 22, 20302.18%564641606732
1.00% Euro notes due June 5, 20311.09%561587602671
3.00% Euro notes due May 19, 20343.13%557711598830
4.875% notes due September 15, 20414.97%637863637912
3.90% notes due September 1, 20423.96%1,0831,2911,0821,397
Other borrowings3333
Total$7,477$8,296$8,122$9,412
Less: Current maturities of long-term debt(568)(350)
Total long-term debt$6,909$7,772

The approximate fair values of the Company's long-term debt, including current maturities, were based on a valuation model using Level 2 observable inputs, which included market rates for comparable instruments for the respective periods.

In 2005, the Company issued $54 million of 4.88% notes due through December 31, 2020 at 100% of face value, which were fully repaid by the due date.

In 2009, the Company issued $700 million of 6.25% redeemable notes due April 1, 2019 at 99.98% of face value, which were repaid on the due date.

In 2011, the Company issued $350 million of 3.375% notes due September 15, 2021 at 99.552% of face value, which were redeemed in full on June 15, 2021, and $650 million of 4.875% notes due September 15, 2041 at 98.539% of face value.

In 2012, the Company issued $1.1 billion of 3.9% notes due September 1, 2042 at 99.038% of face value.

In February 2014, the Company issued $650 million of 1.95% notes due March 1, 2019 at 99.871% of face value and $700 million of 3.5% notes due March 1, 2024 at 99.648% of face value. The $650 million of 1.95% notes due March 1, 2019 were repaid on the due date.

In May 2014, the Company issued €500 million of 1.75% Euro notes due May 20, 2022 at 99.16% of face value and €500 million of 3.0% Euro notes due May 19, 2034 at 98.089% of face value.

In May 2015, the Company issued €500 million of 1.25% Euro notes due May 22, 2023 at 99.239% of face value and €500 million of 2.125% Euro notes due May 22, 2030 at 99.303% of face value. Net proceeds from the May 2015 debt issuances were used to repay commercial paper and for general corporate purposes.

In November 2016, the Company issued $1.0 billion of 2.65% notes due November 15, 2026 at 99.685% of face value. Net proceeds from the November 2016 debt issuance were used to repay commercial paper and for general corporate purposes.

In June 2019, the Company issued €600 million of 0.25% Euro notes due December 5, 2024 at 99.662% of face value, €500 million of 0.625% Euro notes due December 5, 2027 at 99.343% of face value and €500 million of 1.00% Euro notes due June 5, 2031 at 98.982% of face value. Net proceeds from the issuances were used to repay commercial paper and for general corporate purposes.

The Company designated the €1.0 billion of Euro notes issued in May 2014, the €1.0 billion of Euro notes issued in May 2015 and the €1.6 billion of Euro notes issued in June 2019 as hedges of a portion of its net investment in Euro-denominated foreign operations to reduce foreign currency risk associated with the investment in these operations. Refer to Note 14. Stockholders' Equity for additional information regarding the net investment hedge.

All of the Company's notes listed above represent senior unsecured obligations ranking equal in right of payment. As of December 31, 2021, scheduled future maturities of long-term debt, including current maturities of long-term debt, for the twelve months ending December 31 were as follows:

In millions
2022$568
2023567
20241,378
2025—
2026995
2027 and future years3,969
Total$7,477

(12) Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits

The Company has both funded and unfunded defined benefit pension and other postretirement benefit plans, predominately in the U.S. The U.S. primary pension plan provides benefits based on years of service and final average salary. The U.S. primary postretirement health care plan is contributory with the participants' contributions adjusted annually. The U.S. primary postretirement life insurance plan is noncontributory. Beginning January 1, 2007, the U.S. primary pension and other postretirement benefit plans were closed to new participants. Newly hired employees and employees from acquired businesses that are not participating in these plans are eligible for additional Company contributions under the existing U.S. primary defined contribution retirement plans. The Company's expense related to defined contribution plans was $88 million in 2021, $85 million in 2020, and $86 million in 2019. In addition to the U.S. plans, the Company also has defined benefit pension plans in certain other countries, mainly the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany and Switzerland.

Summarized information regarding net periodic benefit cost included in the Statement of Income related to the Company's significant defined benefit pension and other postretirement benefit plans for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 is as follows:

PensionOther Postretirement Benefits
In millions202120202019202120202019
Components of net periodic benefit cost:
Service cost$53$55$52$7$8$7
Interest cost396078111620
Expected return on plan assets(101)(113)(121)(25)(24)(22)
Amortization of actuarial (gain) loss534721—(1)(1)
Amortization of prior service cost121———
Total net periodic benefit cost$45$51$31$(7)$(1)$4

The service cost component of net periodic benefit cost is presented within Cost of revenue and Selling, administrative, and research and development expenses in the Statement of Income while the other components of net periodic benefit cost are presented within Other income (expense).

The Company used the updated mortality improvement scales from the Society of Actuaries, MP-2021 and MP-2020, to measure its U.S. pension and other postretirement benefit obligations as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, which did not have a significant impact in either period.

The following table provides a rollforward of the plan benefit obligations for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020:

PensionOther Postretirement Benefits
In millions2021202020212020
Change in benefit obligation:
Beginning balance$2,939$2,731$591$570
Service cost535578
Interest cost39601116
Plan participants' contributions211010
Amendments—1——
Actuarial (gain) loss(131)205226
Acquisitions40———
Benefits paid(161)(160)(42)(41)
Medicare subsidy received——12
Foreign currency translation(16)46——
Ending balance$2,765$2,939$580$591
Accumulated benefit obligation as of December 31$2,642$2,792

For the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, the actuarial (gain) loss related to the Company's pension and other postretirement benefit obligations was primarily related to changes in discount rates. Refer to the Assumptions section below for further details related to the discount rates used in the valuations of pension and other postretirement benefit obligations.

The following table provides a rollforward of the plan assets and a reconciliation of funded status for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020:

PensionOther Postretirement Benefits
In millions2021202020212020
Change in plan assets:
Beginning balance$3,096$2,844$402$374
Actual return on plan assets633435955
Company contributions252654
Plan participants' contributions211010
Acquisitions28———
Benefits paid(161)(160)(42)(41)
Foreign currency translation(12)42——
Ending balance$3,041$3,096$434$402
Reconciliation of funded status:
Funded status$276$157$(146)$(189)
Other immaterial plans(57)(54)(5)(5)
Net asset (liability) as of December 31$219$103$(151)$(194)
The amounts recognized in the Statement of Financial Position as of December 31 consist of:
Other assets$465$355$—$—
Accrued expenses(11)(11)(3)(3)
Other noncurrent liabilities(235)(241)(148)(191)
Net asset (liability) as of December 31$219$103$(151)$(194)
The pre-tax amounts recognized in accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss consist of:
Net actuarial (gain) loss$349$495$(71)$(39)
Prior service cost56——
Pre-tax accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss as of December 31$354$501$(71)$(39)

As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, pension plans with projected benefit obligations in excess of plan assets had projected benefit obligations of $232 million and $212 million, respectively, and plan assets of $59 million and $32 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, pension plans with accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets had accumulated benefit obligations of $223 million and $205 million, respectively, and plan assets of $59 million and $32 million, respectively.

Assumptions— The weighted-average assumptions used in the valuations of pension and other postretirement benefits were as follows:

PensionOther Postretirement Benefits
202120202019202120202019
Assumptions used to determine benefit obligations as of December 31:
Discount rate2.33%1.89%2.61%2.92%2.59%3.29%
Rate of compensation increases3.40%3.24%3.44%
Interest crediting rate - U.S. cash balance plan3.75%3.75%4.00 %
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost for the twelve months ended December 31:
Discount rate1.89%2.61%3.66%2.59%3.29%4.40%
Expected return on plan assets3.67%4.33%4.71%6.65%6.70%6.70%
Rate of compensation increases3.24%3.44%3.52%
Interest crediting rate - U.S. cash balance plan3.75%4.00 %4.00 %

The expected long-term rates of return for pension and other postretirement benefit plans were developed using historical asset class returns while factoring in current market conditions such as inflation, interest rates and asset class performance.

The discount rate reflects the current rate at which the associated liabilities could theoretically be effectively settled at the end of the year. In estimating this rate, the Company looks at rates of return on high-quality fixed income investments, with similar duration to the liabilities in the plan. The Company estimates the service and interest cost components of net periodic benefit cost by applying specific spot rates along the yield curve to the projected cash flows rather than a single weighted-average rate.

Assumed health care cost trend rates have an effect on the amounts reported for the postretirement health care benefit plans. The assumed health care cost trend rates used to determine the postretirement benefit obligation as of December 31 were as follows:

202120202019
Health care cost trend rate assumed for the next year7.00%7.00%6.70%
Ultimate trend rate4.50%4.50%4.50%
Year the rate reaches the ultimate trend rate202920272026

Plan assets— The Company's overall investment strategy for the assets in the pension funds is to achieve a balance between the goals of growing plan assets and keeping risk at a reasonable level over a long-term investment horizon. In order to reduce unnecessary risk, the pension funds are diversified across several asset classes, securities and investment managers. The target allocations for plan assets are 15% to 25% equity investments, 75% to 85% fixed income investments and 0% to 10% in other types of investments. The Company does not use derivatives for the purpose of speculation, leverage, circumventing investment guidelines or taking risks that are inconsistent with specified guidelines.

The assets in the Company's postretirement health care plan are primarily invested in life insurance policies. The Company's overall investment strategy for the assets in the postretirement health care fund is to invest in assets that provide a reasonable tax exempt rate of return while preserving capital.

The following tables present the fair value of the Company's pension and other postretirement benefit plan assets as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, by asset category and valuation methodology. Level 1 assets are valued using unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets in active markets. Level 2 assets are valued using quoted prices or other observable inputs for similar assets. Level 3 assets are valued using unobservable inputs, but reflect the assumptions market participants would be expected to use in pricing the assets. Each financial instrument's categorization is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.

2021
In millionsTotalLevel 1Level 2Level 3
Pension Plan Assets:
Cash and equivalents$47$43$4$—
Fixed income securities:
Government securities370—370—
Corporate debt securities996—996—
Investment contracts with insurance companies1——1
Commingled funds:
Mutual funds28
Collective trust funds1,573
Partnerships/private equity interests21
Other5—5—
Total fair value of pension plan assets$3,041$43$1,375$1
Other Postretirement Benefit Plan Assets:
Life insurance policies$434
Total fair value of other postretirement benefit plan assets$434$—$—$—
2020
In millionsTotalLevel 1Level 2Level 3
Pension Plan Assets:
Cash and equivalents$75$61$14$—
Fixed income securities:
Government securities373—373—
Corporate debt securities1,043—1,043—
Investment contracts with insurance companies1——1
Commingled funds:
Collective trust funds1,577
Partnerships/private equity interests22
Other5—5—
Total fair value of pension plan assets$3,096$61$1,435$1
Other Postretirement Benefit Plan Assets:
Life insurance policies$402
Total fair value of other postretirement benefit plan assets$402$—$—$—

Cash and equivalents include cash on hand and instruments with original maturities of three months or less and are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Fixed income securities primarily consist of U.S. and foreign government bills, notes and bonds, corporate debt securities and investment contracts. The majority of the assets in this category are valued by evaluating bid prices provided by independent financial data services. For securities where market data is not readily available, unobservable market data is used to value the security.

Pension assets measured at net asset value include mutual funds, collective trust funds, partnerships/private equity interests and life insurance policies. Mutual funds and collective trust funds are funds that are valued based on the value of the underlying investments which can be redeemed on a daily basis. The underlying investments include both passively and actively managed U.S. and foreign large- and mid-cap equity funds and short-term investment funds. Partnerships/private equity interests are investments in partnerships where the benefit plan is a limited partner. The investments are valued by the investment managers on a periodic basis using pricing models that use market, income and cost valuation methods. Distributions are received from these funds on a periodic basis through the liquidation of the underlying assets of the fund. Life insurance policies are used to fund other postretirement benefits in order to obtain favorable tax treatment and are valued

based on the cash surrender value of the underlying policies. The Company has selected the funds in which these assets are invested and may elect to withdraw funds with proper notice to the insurance company or maintain the policies and receive death benefits as determined by the contracts.

Cash flows— The Company generally funds its pension and other postretirement benefit plans as required by law or to the extent such contributions are tax deductible. The Company expects to contribute approximately $14 million to its pension plans and $4 million to its other postretirement benefit plans in 2022. As of December 31, 2021, the Company's portion of the future benefit payments that are expected to be paid during the twelve months ending December 31 is as follows:

In millionsPensionOther Postretirement Benefits
2022$163$35
202316936
202417136
202517336
202617336
Years 2027-2031843176

(13) Commitments and Contingencies

The Company is subject to various legal proceedings and claims that arise in the ordinary course of business, including those involving environmental, product liability (including toxic tort) and general liability claims. The Company accrues for such liabilities when it is probable that future costs will be incurred and such costs can be reasonably estimated. Such accruals are based on developments to date, the Company's estimates of the outcomes of these matters and its experience in contesting, litigating and settling other similar matters. The Company believes resolution of these matters, individually and in the aggregate, will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's financial position, liquidity or future operations.

(14) Stockholders' Equity

Preferred stock— Preferred stock, without par value, of which 0.3 million shares are authorized and unissued, is issuable in series. The Board of Directors is authorized to fix by resolution the designation and characteristics of each series of preferred stock. The Company has no present commitment to issue its preferred stock.

Share repurchases— On February 13, 2015, the Company's Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program which provided for the repurchase of up to $6.0 billion of the Company's common stock over an open-ended period of time (the "2015 Program"). Under the 2015 Program, the Company repurchased approximately 6.1 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $91.78 per share during 2015, approximately 18.7 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $107.17 per share during 2016, approximately 7.1 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $140.56 per share during 2017, approximately 13.9 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $143.66 per share during 2018 and approximately 3.1 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $143.23 per share during 2019. The 2015 Program was completed in the second quarter of 2019.

On August 3, 2018, the Company's Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program which provides for the repurchase of up to an additional $3.0 billion of the Company's common stock over an open-ended period of time (the "2018 Program"). Under the 2018 Program, the Company repurchased approximately 6.7 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $158.11 per share during 2019, approximately 4.2 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $167.69 per share during 2020 and approximately 4.4 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $227.29 per share during 2021. As of December 31, 2021, there were approximately $240 million of authorized repurchases remaining under the 2018 Program.

On May 7, 2021, the Company's Board of Directors authorized a new stock repurchase program which provides for the repurchase of up to an additional $3.0 billion of the Company's common stock over an open-ended period of time (the "2021 Program"). As of December 31, 2021, there were $3.0 billion of authorized repurchases remaining under the 2021 Program.

Cash Dividends— Cash dividends declared were $4.72 per share in 2021, $4.42 per share in 2020 and $4.14 per share in 2019. Cash dividends paid were $4.64 per share in 2021, $4.35 per share in 2020 and $4.07 per share in 2019.

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)— The changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) during 2021, 2020 and 2019 were as follows:

In millions202120202019
Beginning balance$(1,642)$(1,705)$(1,677)
Foreign currency translation adjustments during the period73(82)7
Foreign currency translation adjustments reclassified to income5——
Income taxes(73)86(9)
Total foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax54(2)
Pension and other postretirement benefit adjustments during the period12530(54)
Pension and other postretirement benefit adjustments reclassified to income544821
Income taxes(44)(19)7
Total pension and other postretirement benefit adjustments, net of tax13559(26)
Ending balance$(1,502)$(1,642)$(1,705)

Foreign currency translation adjustments reclassified to income primarily relate to the exit of immaterial foreign operations. Pension and other postretirement benefit adjustments reclassified to income represent the amortization of actuarial gains and losses and prior service cost. Refer to Note 12. Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits for the amounts included in net periodic benefit cost.

The Company designated the €1.0 billion of Euro notes issued in May 2014, the €1.0 billion of Euro notes issued in May 2015 and the €1.6 billion of Euro notes issued in June 2019 as hedges of a portion of its net investment in Euro-denominated foreign operations to reduce foreign currency risk associated with the investment in these operations. Changes in the value of this debt resulting from fluctuations in the Euro to U.S. Dollar exchange rate have been recorded as foreign currency translation adjustments within Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). The cumulative unrealized pre-tax gain (loss) recorded in Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) related to the net investment hedge was a gain of $183 million as of December 31, 2021 and a loss of $120 million as of December 31, 2020.

As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the ending balance of Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) consisted of after-tax cumulative translation adjustment losses of $1.3 billion and $1.3 billion, respectively, and after-tax unrecognized pension and other postretirement benefits costs of $196 million and $331 million, respectively.

(15) Stock-Based Compensation

On May 8, 2015 (the "Effective Date"), the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Plan (the "2015 Plan") was approved by shareholders. As of the Effective Date, no additional awards will be granted to employees under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan (the "2011 Plan"). The significant terms of stock options and restricted stock units ("RSUs") were not changed under the 2015 Plan. Stock options and RSUs are issued to officers and/or other management employees under these plans. Stock options generally vest over a four-year period and have an expiration of ten years from the issuance date. RSUs generally "cliff" vest after a three-year period and include units with and without performance criteria. RSUs with performance criteria provide for full "cliff" vesting after three years if the Compensation Committee certifies that the performance goals have been met. Upon vesting, the holder will receive one share of common stock of the Company for each vested restricted stock unit.

Commencing in February 2013, the Company began issuing shares from treasury stock to cover the exercised options and vested RSUs. Prior to February 2013, the Company generally issued new shares from its authorized but unissued share pool. As of December 31, 2021, approximately 10 million shares of ITW common stock were reserved for issuance under these plans.

The Company records compensation expense for the grant date fair value of stock awards over the remaining service periods of those awards. The following table summarizes the Company's stock-based compensation expense for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019:

In millions202120202019
Pre-tax stock-based compensation expense$53$42$41
Tax benefit(6)(5)(5)
Total stock-based compensation expense, net of tax$47$37$36

The following table summarizes activity related to non-vested RSUs for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021:

Shares in millionsNumber of SharesWeighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
Unvested, January 1, 20210.5$164.76
Granted0.2200.87
Vested(0.1)163.41
Unvested, December 31, 20210.6178.60

The following table summarizes stock option activity for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021:

In millions except exercise price and contractual termsNumber of SharesWeighted-Average Exercise PriceWeighted-Average Remaining Contractual TermAggregate Intrinsic Value
Under option, January 1, 20213.2$128.81
Granted0.5200.98
Exercised(0.5)92.62
Canceled or expired(0.1)181.06
Under option, December 31, 20213.1144.936.1$312
Exercisable, December 31, 20211.9123.584.9$239

The fair value of RSUs is equal to the common stock fair market value on the date of the grant. RSUs provide for dividend equivalents payable in additional RSUs for dividends that would have been paid during the vesting period. Stock option exercise prices are equal to the common stock fair market value on the date of grant. The Company estimates forfeitures based on historical rates for awards with similar characteristics. The Company uses a binomial option pricing model to estimate the fair value of the stock options granted. The following summarizes the assumptions used in the option valuations for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019:

202120202019
Risk-free interest rate0.04-1.38%1.41-1.59%2.50%-2.68%
Weighted-average volatility24.0%21.0%22.0%
Dividend yield2.50%2.56%2.20%
Expected years until exercise8.9-9.49.1-9.68.7-9.0

Lattice-based option valuation models, such as the binomial option pricing model, incorporate ranges of assumptions for inputs. The risk-free rate of interest for periods within the contractual life of the option is based on a zero-coupon U.S. government instrument over the contractual term of the equity instrument. Expected volatility is based on implied volatility from traded options on the Company's stock and historical volatility of the Company's stock. The Company uses historical data to estimate option exercise timing and employee termination rates within the valuation model. The weighted-average dividend yield is based on historical information. The expected term of options granted is derived from the output of the option valuation model and represents the period of time that options granted are expected to be outstanding. The ranges presented result from separate groups of employees assumed to exhibit different exercise behavior.

The weighted-average grant-date fair value of stock options granted for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was $40.90, $35.45 and $34.36 per share, respectively. The aggregate intrinsic value of stock options exercised during the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was $68 million, $114 million and $127 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2021, there was $9 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested stock options. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2 years. Exercise of stock options during the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 resulted in cash receipts of $50 million, $66 million and $85 million, respectively. The total fair value of vested stock option awards during the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was $19 million, $16 million and $17 million, respectively.

As of December 31, 2021, there was $47 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested RSUs. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average remaining contractual life of 1.8 years. The total fair value of vested RSU awards during the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was $23 million, $25 million and $20 million, respectively.

(16) Other Balance Sheet Information

Other balance sheet information as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 was as follows:

In millions20212020
Prepaid expenses and other current assets:
Value-added-tax receivables$84$72
Vendor advances7130
Income tax refunds receivable1843
Other140119
Total prepaid expenses and other current assets$313$264
Other assets:
Prepaid pension assets$465$355
Cash surrender value of life insurance policies449454
Operating lease right-of-use assets222216
Customer tooling154160
Other115123
Total other assets$1,405$1,308
Accrued expenses:
Compensation and employee benefits$460$335
Deferred revenue and customer deposits394222
Rebates209171
Current portion of operating lease liabilities6155
Warranties4645
Current portion of pension and other postretirement benefit obligations1414
Other464442
Total accrued expenses$1,648$1,284
Other liabilities:
Pension benefit obligation$235$241
Postretirement benefit obligation148191
Long-term portion of operating lease liabilities133133
Other537503
Total other liabilities$1,053$1,068

(17) Segment Information

The Company's operations are organized and managed based on similar product offerings and end markets, and are reported to senior management as the following seven segments: Automotive OEM; Food Equipment; Test & Measurement and Electronics; Welding; Polymers & Fluids; Construction Products; and Specialty Products. The following is a description of the Company's seven segments:

Automotive OEM— This segment is a global, niche supplier to top tier OEMs, providing unique innovation to address pain points for sophisticated customers with complex problems. Businesses in this segment produce components and fasteners for automotive-related applications.

Food Equipment— This segment is a highly focused and branded industry leader in commercial food equipment differentiated by innovation and integrated service offerings.

Test & Measurement and Electronics— This segment is a branded and innovative producer of test and measurement and electronic manufacturing and MRO solutions that improve efficiency and quality for customers in diverse end markets. Businesses in this segment produce equipment, consumables, and related software for testing and measuring of materials and structures, as well as equipment and consumables used in the production of electronic subassemblies and microelectronics.

Welding— This segment is a branded value-added equipment and specialty consumable manufacturer with innovative and leading technology. Businesses in this segment produce arc welding equipment, consumables and accessories for a wide array of industrial and commercial applications.

Polymers & Fluids— This segment is a branded supplier to niche markets that require value-added, differentiated products. Businesses in this segment produce engineered adhesives, sealants, lubrication and cutting fluids, and fluids and polymers for auto aftermarket maintenance and appearance.

Construction Products— This segment is a branded supplier of innovative engineered fastening systems and solutions.

Specialty Products— This segment is focused on diversified niche market opportunities with substantial patent protection producing beverage packaging equipment and consumables, product coding and marking equipment and consumables, and appliance components and fasteners.

Segments are allocated a fixed overhead charge based on the segment's revenue. Expenses not charged to the segments are reported separately as Unallocated. Because the Unallocated category includes a variety of items, it is subject to fluctuations on a quarterly and annual basis.

Segment information for 2021, 2020 and 2019 was as follows:

In millions202120202019
Operating revenue:
Automotive OEM$2,800$2,571$3,063
Food Equipment2,0781,7392,188
Test & Measurement and Electronics2,3461,9632,121
Welding1,6501,3841,638
Polymers & Fluids1,8041,6221,669
Construction Products1,9451,6521,625
Specialty Products1,8541,6601,825
Intersegment revenue(22)(17)(20)
Total$14,455$12,574$14,109
Operating income:
Automotive OEM$545$457$659
Food Equipment469342578
Test & Measurement and Electronics643507542
Welding490376453
Polymers & Fluids457402381
Construction Products530421383
Specialty Products504432472
Total segments3,6382,9373,468
Unallocated(161)(55)(66)
Total$3,477$2,882$3,402
Depreciation and amortization and impairment of intangible assets:
Automotive OEM$128$131$125
Food Equipment424141
Test & Measurement and Electronics667569
Welding262426
Polymers & Fluids627277
Construction Products323129
Specialty Products545359
Total$410$427$426
Plant and equipment additions:
Automotive OEM$116$79$134
Food Equipment303435
Test & Measurement and Electronics372326
Welding272728
Polymers & Fluids151618
Construction Products302129
Specialty Products413656
Total$296$236$326
Identifiable assets:
Automotive OEM$2,260$2,302$2,417
Food Equipment1,0529831,042
Test & Measurement and Electronics3,2422,2392,374
Welding784700734
Polymers & Fluids1,8811,8551,862
Construction Products1,3671,2391,176
Specialty Products1,6821,6351,656
Total segments12,26810,95311,261
Corporate3,8094,6593,807
Total$16,077$15,612$15,068

Identifiable assets by segment are those assets that are specifically used in that segment. Corporate assets are principally cash and equivalents, investments and other general corporate assets.

Enterprise-wide information for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 was as follows:

In millions202120202019
Operating Revenue by Geographic Region:
United States$6,578$5,834$6,507
Canada/Mexico940778972
Total North America7,5186,6127,479
Europe, Middle East and Africa3,8703,4473,920
Asia Pacific2,8022,2912,400
South America265224310
Total operating revenue$14,455$12,574$14,109

Operating revenue by geographic region is based on the customers' locations. As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the Company had approximately 45% and 42%, respectively, of its total net plant and equipment in the United States. Countries where the Company had 10% or more of its total net plant and equipment included China as of December 31, 2021, with approximately 11%, and both China and Germany as December 31, 2020, with approximately 10% each. No single customer accounted for more than 5% of consolidated revenues for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, 2020 or 2019.

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