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W.W. Grainger, Inc. GWW

Industrials — Industrial Distribution
S&P 500 Member Dividend Aristocrat
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Insider Decisions

Total sells
26.00
in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — — — — — — — —
Sell — — 2 — — 1 1 3 — — — —
Insider Ownership
6.44%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap
59,470.00
Revenue
18,845.00
Net Income
1,981.00
Free Cash Flow
1,539.00
Net Debt
1,819.00
Current Ratio
2.81
Debt/Equity
0.53
P/E ratio
32.25
P/S ratio
3.17
P/B ratio
13.25
Past 5Y EPS Growth
20.30%
This Y EPS Growth
17.84%
Next Y EPS Growth
9.79%
Next 5Y EPS Growth
12.33%
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio
0.20
Annual Dividend Rate
7.44
Annual Dividend Yield
0.83%
total individual payouts
2028 ‡‡‡‡‡
2027 ‡‡‡‡‡
2026 9.66
—
—
—
2025 8.83
—
—
—
—
2024 8.01
—
—
—
—
2023 7.30
—
—
—
—
2022 6.78
—
—
—
—
2021 6.39
—
—
—
—
2020 5.94
—
—
—
—
2019 5.68
—
—
—
—
2018 5.36
—
—
—
—
2017 5.06
—
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—
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2016 4.83
—
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—
—
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Cash 660.00 1,036.00 585.00 589.00
Receivables 2,192.00 2,232.00 2,329.00 2,825.00
Inventory 2,266.00 2,306.00 2,394.00 2,371.00
Other — — — —
5,274.00 5,737.00 5,484.00 5,998.00
2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Payables 954.00 952.00 963.00 1,280.00
ST’ Debt 34.00 499.00 126.00 2.00
Other — — — —
1,831.00 2,305.00 1,940.00 2,138.00
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Cash Flow ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Earnings ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Book Value ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡

Revenue

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 4,742.00 5,021.00 — —
—
’25 4,306.00 4,554.00 4,657.00 4,425.00
17,942.00
’24 4,235.00 4,312.00 4,388.00 4,233.00
17,168.00
’23 4,091.00 4,182.00 4,208.00 3,997.00
16,478.00
’22 3,647.00 3,837.00 3,942.00 3,802.00
15,228.00
’21 3,084.00 3,207.00 3,372.00 3,359.00
13,022.00
’20 3,001.00 2,837.00 3,018.00 2,941.00
11,797.00
in millions of $

Operating Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 739.00 444.00 — —
—
’25 646.00 377.00 597.00 395.00
2,015.00
’24 661.00 411.00 611.00 428.00
2,111.00
’23 454.00 450.00 523.00 604.00
2,031.00
’22 343.00 250.00 380.00 360.00
1,333.00
’21 294.00 269.00 161.00 213.00
937.00
’20 244.00 232.00 311.00 336.00
1,123.00
in millions of $

Free Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 569.00 333.00 — —
—
’25 521.00 206.00 339.00 298.00
1,364.00
’24 543.00 335.00 524.00 171.00
1,573.00
’23 358.00 355.00 407.00 487.00
1,607.00
’22 286.00 146.00 340.00 333.00
1,105.00
’21 236.00 197.00 111.00 167.00
711.00
’20 194.00 202.00 261.00 289.00
946.00
in millions of $

EPS

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 11.65 12.01 — —
—
’25 9.86 9.97 6.12 9.44
35.40
’24 9.62 9.51 9.87 9.71
38.71
’23 9.61 9.28 9.43 7.89
36.23
’22 7.07 7.19 8.27 7.54
30.06
’21 4.48 4.27 5.65 5.44
19.84
’20 3.19 2.10 4.41 3.12
12.82

Target Price Range

High
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Average
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Low
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Recommendation Rating

3
1
Buy
2
3
Hold
4
5
Sell
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 440.48 534.01 800.97 893.99 — — —
Low Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 612.06 841.00 1,227.66 1,139.15 — — —
High Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 26,000 26,000 26,000 25,000 — — —
Employees
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.59 0.63 0.66 0.72 — — —
Revenue/Emp
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 15,228.00 16,478.00 17,168.00 17,942.00 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Revenue
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 38.41% 39.42% 39.36% 39.06% — — —
Gross Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 2,146.00 2,500.00 2,584.00 2,430.00 — — —
EBT
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 14.09% 15.17% 15.05% 13.54% ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
EBT Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1,613.00 1,903.00 1,989.00 1,808.00 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Net Income
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 205.00 214.00 237.00 254.00 — — —
Depreciation
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 299.17 330.22 351.08 374.57 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Revenue/Sh
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 30.22 36.39 38.84 35.47 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Earnings/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 26.19 40.70 43.17 42.07 — — —
Cash Flow/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (4.48) (8.50) (11.00) (13.59) ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Capex/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 21.71 32.20 32.17 28.48 — — —
Free CF/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 53.73 68.96 75.73 86.45 — — —
Book Value/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 50.90 49.90 48.90 47.90 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Shares
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 18.40 22.35 27.15 28.46 ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡
PE Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1.86 2.46 3.00 2.69 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
PS Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 10.35 11.79 13.92 11.67 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
PB Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1.99 2.56 3.10 2.80 ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡
EV/Sales
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 27.41 26.27 33.87 36.83 — — —
EV/FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1,333.00 2,031.00 2,111.00 2,015.00 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Op' Cash Flow
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (228.00) (424.00) (538.00) (651.00) ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
Capex
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1,105.00 1,607.00 1,573.00 1,364.00 — — —
FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 2,967.00 3,443.00 3,432.00 3,544.00 — — —
Working Cap'
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 2,319.00 2,300.00 2,778.00 2,488.00 — — —
Total Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1,994.00 1,640.00 1,742.00 1,903.00 — — —
Net Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 2,735.00 3,441.00 3,703.00 4,141.00 — — —
Sh' Equity
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 21.82% 23.25% 22.49% 19.18% — — —
ROA
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 29.27% 31.55% 30.27% 25.80% — — —
ROIC
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 63.21% 59.23% 53.44% 43.50% — — —
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

Analyst Commentary (Summary)

W.W. Grainger (GWW) has transformed from a steady MRO distributor into a high-growth powerhouse, delivering 7% revenue CAGR over the past decade to $17.17 billion in 2024, fueled by e-commerce accelerations like Zoro and MonotaRO. Operational efficiency shines with revenue per employee soaring 67% to $660,000, showcasing automation and digital leverage amid stable headcount. Analysts forecast continued momentum at 4-6% annual growth through 2027, pushing revenues toward $20 billion, mirroring resilient industrial cycles with strong gross margins rebounding to 39%+.

Profitability metrics dazzle: EPS exploded 291% to $38.84 via aggressive buybacks and 53% ROE, while free cash flow supports robust reinvestments despite rising capex for tech and distribution moats. A fortress balance sheet—with growing book value and manageable debt—positions Grainger to weather macro headwinds like industrial slowdowns. Projections show EPS climbing to $48+ by 2027, underscoring its recession-resistant B2B model.

Yet, elevated valuations at 27x P/E, insider selling, and capex pressures signal caution in a maturing cycle—could this premium compounder de-rate or deliver another leg up? Dive into the full analysis for strategic insights on timing entry amid cyclical dips and long-term upside.

Read full commentary →

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) Latest News

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8 Sep

3 , 10:39 AM
W.W. Grainger shows two supportive factors for investors alongside one cautionary element affecting its operations and market position. Balanced positive and negative factors point to moderate influence on GWW performance without major trajectory shifts.

26 Aug

3 , 4:05 PM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. acquires technology assets from Adroit Worldwide Media. Technology asset purchase may boost Grainger's capabilities and positioning.

24 Aug

3 , 7:25 AM
W.W. Grainger faces heightened competition from online distributors and specialized industrial suppliers, prompting adjustments in pricing, supply chain efficiency, and digital platforms to defend market share. New competitive pressures may influence margins and positioning but are unlikely to fundamentally reshape Grainger's core operations or long-term trajectory.

13 Aug

3 , 2:53 PM
W.W. Grainger's Q2 earnings call drew five key analyst questions on performance metrics, margin trends, and growth outlook. Analyst questions from the earnings call spotlight operational and strategic issues likely to shape near-term investor views.

11 Aug

4 transcript www.fool.com, 12:30 PM
W.W. Grainger reported Q2 2026 financial results and outlook during its earnings call, including revenue, margins, segment performance, and forward guidance. Earnings call provides detailed quarterly results and guidance that directly shape investor expectations and near-term stock movement.

6 Aug

3 , 6:12 AM
W.W. Grainger's latest guidance prompts questions on whether its stock is fully priced at current levels. Latest guidance raises valuation questions that could moderately influence near-term investor sentiment and stock performance.

5 Aug

3 www.marketbeat.com, 3:04 AM
W.W. Grainger posted Q2 revenue of $4.23 billion, up 5%, with adjusted EPS of $9.62 and raised full-year guidance driven by industrial demand and margin gains. Quarterly earnings updates typically produce moderate short-term stock movement without altering long-term strategy.

4 Aug

4 , 7:02 PM
W.W. Grainger Inc reported strong Q2 2026 sales growth and raised its outlook. Strong sales growth and raised guidance signal major positive shifts in financial trajectory and investor sentiment.

4 transcript app.moby.co, 6:05 PM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. conducted its Q2 2026 earnings call, covering financial results, operational performance, and management outlook. Q2 2026 earnings figures and forward guidance are likely to drive substantial shifts in investor sentiment and stock valuation.

4 , 11:11 AM
W.W. Grainger beat Q2 earnings estimates on margin gains and raised its full-year outlook. Earnings beat combined with raised guidance typically triggers notable positive stock movement and improved investor sentiment.

3 , 10:30 PM
W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q2 earnings results are compared to estimates with focus on key metrics including revenue and EPS performance. Q2 earnings versus estimates and key metrics can moderately influence near-term stock sentiment and valuation.

3 , 9:20 AM
W.W. Grainger (GWW) exceeded Q2 earnings and revenue estimates. Beating Q2 earnings and revenue estimates signals stronger financial performance that can lift near-term investor sentiment for W.W. Grainger.

3 , 8:34 AM
W.W. Grainger beat Q2 CY2026 revenue expectations yet its stock declined after the report. Revenue outperformance paired with immediate stock decline points to moderate near-term effects on investor sentiment and valuation.

3 , 8:00 AM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. reported financial results for the second quarter of 2026. Quarterly results disclose performance metrics that can shift near-term investor views and valuation.

3 Aug

4 , 5:49 AM
W.W. Grainger (GWW) will report earnings tomorrow. The report outlines expected financial results and key metrics for investors to monitor ahead of the release. Upcoming earnings release can significantly move GWW stock and shift investor sentiment depending on actual results versus expectations.

21 Jul

3 , 11:56 AM
Digital tools reshape industrial demand with FAST trends emerging that W.W. Grainger must monitor for supply positioning. Digital demand shifts may moderately affect Grainger operations and positioning without transforming core trajectory.

17 Jul

3 , 12:49 PM
W.W. Grainger (GWW) reported Q1 earnings, triggering analysis of whether to buy, sell or hold the stock. Q1 earnings trigger investor reassessment of GWW positions but remain routine quarterly updates.

18 Jun

4 , 10:07 AM
W.W. Grainger achieves strong first-quarter growth by converting digital expansion into revenue gains. Digital expansion produces strong quarterly growth that can alter company trajectory.

18 May

3 transcript StockStory, 11:48 AM
W.W. Grainger held its Q1 earnings call and addressed the top five analyst questions on financial results, margins, and growth outlook. Q1 earnings call supplies performance details and outlook that can shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.

14 May

3 www.marketbeat.com, 7:05 AM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) released highlights from its H1 earnings call, detailing financial performance, sales growth, margin updates, and outlook for the industrial supplies distributor. H1 earnings call highlights cover financial results and guidance, moderately influencing short-term market sentiment and performance.

12 May

4 StockStory, 12:36 AM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) posted strong Q1 revenue growth and margin expansion while overcoming tariff headwinds. Strong Q1 revenue growth and margin expansion despite tariffs indicate significant positive momentum for future financial performance and market positioning.

10 May

3 www.marketbeat.com, 2:08 PM
W.W. Grainger reported Q1 sales of $4.24 billion, up 3.5% year-over-year, with adjusted EPS of $9.62 beating estimates by 5%; daily sales grew 4.5%, gross margin expanded 110 basis points, and full-year EPS guidance raised to $39.70-$40.90 amid robust MRO demand and endless assortment growth. Earnings beat and raised guidance moderately boost financial outlook and market sentiment within regular quarterly cycle.

9 May

4 Simply Wall St., 8:54 AM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) reported a 15% EPS beat. Analysts forecast continued strong performance ahead. 15% EPS beat signals robust financial health, likely driving significant positive shifts in stock performance and investor sentiment.

8 May

4 Zacks, 9:30 AM
W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q1 earnings key metrics compared to estimates. Q1 earnings metrics versus estimates signal financial health and directly sway investor sentiment and stock trajectory.

7 May

4 app.moby.co, 4:46 PM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. released Q1 2026 earnings call summary detailing financial performance, sales growth, and future outlook. Q1 2026 earnings call summary reveals financial results and guidance that significantly shape investor sentiment and stock trajectory.

4 Zacks, 11:15 AM
W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q1 earnings and revenues exceeded analyst estimates. Q1 earnings and revenue beats indicate strong financial performance, significantly boosting investor sentiment and stock trajectory.

4 Zacks, 11:05 AM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) beat Q1 earnings estimates on strong sales and raised its 2026 outlook. Beating Q1 earnings and raising 2026 guidance signals strong growth, significantly lifting investor sentiment and stock trajectory.

4 StockStory, 8:39 AM
W.W. Grainger (NYSE:GWW) reported upbeat Q1 CY2026 earnings, driving its stock to soar. Upbeat quarterly earnings and surging stock reflect major positive shift in financial performance and investor sentiment.

4 PR Newswire, 8:00 AM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) reported first quarter 2026 results. Q1 2026 earnings report significantly impacts GWW's financial performance and market trajectory.

5 May

3 Zacks, 12:48 PM
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) prepares to report Q1 earnings, with focus on potential stock reaction amid analyst expectations for revenue growth, margin pressures, and market demand trends. Anticipated Q1 earnings could moderately affect GWW's financial performance and investor sentiment without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.
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