The Toro Company (NYSE:TTC), with a current market cap of $7.6 billion, has a 105-year history as a manufacturer of industrial machinery and small tools. Toro is now a global leader in various segments, including residential lawn care, professional landscaping, and irrigation equipment, with the international market representing 25% of sales. Growth has been strong over the past decade, supported by the firming economy and overall effective management. The stock is up 27% this year, outperforming the broader market with the major development being the acquisition of Charles Machine Works ((CMW)) back in