👋 Introduction & background

Hey everyone!

I'm 33, married and dad to two small children (18 months and 2 months old). I've been working in the automotive industry since 2011 and in management consulting since 2019. ⚙️🚗💼

My wife is an engineer and also works in the automotive industry. 👩‍🔧🚗

I've been with getquin since 2022, but so far I've been reading along rather than actively posting. 👀

My wife is currently on parental leave and receives parental allowance. I will go on parental leave in Q2 2026 (also with parental allowance), then she will start working again. This means that only one of us will receive a full salary until the end of 2026 - but we'll still be sticking to our savings and investment quota. 👶💶

💰 Current status:

A good mid-six-figure amount has already been saved in our custody accounts. 📈

👶 Children & investments

For each child, we invested €10,000 in the Vanguard FTSE All World ($VWRL) (-2,71 %) invested. In addition, each child receives €150 per month in the same ETF - via junior custody accounts at ING. 📊

💍 My wife's investments

She invests monthly:

- 🌎 500 € in the MSCI World ($XDWL) (-3,84 %)

- 💸 500 € in the Vanguard FTSE All World High Dividend ($VHYL) (-2,37 %)

📈 My investment strategy

Long-term, diversified and with a focus on cash flow & wealth accumulation.

🔹Core portfolio (ETF & Bitcoin)

900 € flow in monthly:

- 💵 €500 in SPDR S&P 500 ($SPY5) (-3,85 %)

- 🌍 €200 in Vaneck Morningstar Developed Markets Dividend Leaders ($TDIV) (-1,89 %)

- ₿ 200 € in Bitcoin ($BTC) (+2,81 %)

🔹 Individual share savings plans (€25/ €600 each)

Target per company: €10,000 investment amount.

Currently participating:

$DB1 (-1,12 %) , $UNP (-3,14 %), $RACE (-3,78 %) , $MRK (-2,51 %) , $MUV2 (-0,74 %) , $DGE (-0,24 %) , $DE (-3,27 %) , $TXN (-4,45 %) , $AWR (+1,22 %) , $ADP (-0,57 %) , $PLD (-3,76 %) , $HEN (-0,27 %) , $ITW (-1,86 %) , $UNH (-5,78 %) , $LLY (-3,36 %) , $BEI (-0,58 %) , $MCD (+0,18 %) , $DTE (+0,17 %) , $WMT (-0,92 %) , $COST (-2,05 %) , $WM (+0,26 %) , $JPM (-2,22 %) , $BLK (-3,34 %) , $SY1 (-1,26 %)

🔹 Cash reserve

💰 Set aside at least €1,000 every month to be able to strike flexibly when opportunities arise.

🏘️ Real estate strategy

We live in our own home and own a rental apartment that pays for itself. ✅

Further real estate purchases are planned. 🏡📈

🎯 Target (15-20 years)

Financial freedom - with the option of part-time or complete independence from employment. Focus on more time for family, projects and quality of life. ✨

How do you structure your portfolios? What is your strategy and what are your long-term goals?

I look forward to the exchange!

📈🔧 What do you think of Illinois Tool Works Inc. ($ITW (-1,86 %)
) with strong dividend growth? 🔧📈

Hey community!

Are you looking for a solid stock with strong dividend growth and an impressive track record? Then let me introduce you to Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW) and why this stock could be an excellent addition to your portfolio!

Strong dividend growthIllinois Tool Works Inc. has an impressive history of dividend increases. The consistent dividend growth demonstrates the company's confidence in its financial strength and provides shareholders with a reliable source of income. Especially in times of low interest rates, rising dividends are particularly attractive to investors.

Diversified business modelITW operates in a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, food and beverage packaging and electronics. This diversification helps to stabilize income and minimize risk.

Strong financial performanceITW has an impressive balance sheet with stable profits and continuous sales growth. The strong financial performance makes the stock particularly attractive for long-term investors.

Innovative strengthITW continuously invests in research and development to develop innovative solutions and products. This innovative strength drives growth and strengthens the company's market position.

Efficiency and sustainabilityITW focuses on operational efficiency and sustainability. By implementing efficient production processes and sustainable business practices, the company is able to reduce its costs while reducing its environmental impact.

Global presenceWith a strong global presence, ITW is present in many key markets worldwide. This international reach provides access to new growth opportunities and stabilizes revenues through geographic diversification.

Customer centricityITW places great emphasis on customer satisfaction and loyalty. Through customized solutions and superior service, the company builds long-term relationships with its customers.

Invest in Illinois Tool Works Inc. stock and benefit from the strength and consistency of a leading industrial company with strong dividend growth! 🚀

Do you have questions or want to know more? Write it in the comments!

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Increased

First entry. I consider ITW to be a very good growth stock among the conglomerates, which has also had a sustained positive history and regularly increases its dividend.