HONG KONG--(Marketwire - Apr 24, 2012) - Today, [ www.EquityLeader.com ] introduced research coverage of Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: [ JCI ]) and Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: [ ITW ]). Full research reports are available to readers at: [ www.EquityLeader.com/index.php?sm1=JCI&sm2=ITW ].

Economic fundamentals leading into 2012 have set a generally positive pace with GDP growth likely to pick up through the coming year. However, there are several important caveats to note as the world economy continues to face headwinds and risks weigh to the downside. Positive outlooks are conditional on fiscal policy in payroll taxes and unemployment insurance benefits and upon the easing of the European debt situation. A repeat of volatility experienced in 2011 is likely in 2012, as perceptions about the strength of the U.S. economy and the euro zone will vary over time as events unfold.

Despite the current situation, our team continues to identify high momentum situations with growth potential -- there remains strong opportunity within careful discretion.

Equity Leader has decided to cover Johnson Controls, Inc. for its current position within the consumer goods industry. Johnson Controls, Inc. (Johnson Controls) provides automotive interiors. It provides batteries for automobiles and hybrid electric vehicles, along with related systems engineering, marketing and service expertise. A copy of this report detailing Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: [ JCI ]) is available at: [ www.EquityLeader.com/index.php?sm1=JCI ].

Equity Leader is also taking note of Illinois Tool Works Inc. for its changing role within the industrial goods industry. Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is a multinational manufacturer of a diversified range of industrial products and equipment with operations in 58 countries. The Company operates in eight business segments: Transportation; Power Systems & Electronics; Industrial Packaging; Food Equipment; Construction Products; Polymers & Fluids; Decorative Surfaces, and All Other. To download free research on Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: [ ITW ]) investors may visit: [ www.EquityLeader.com/index.php?sm2=ITW ].

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