W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)

US — Industrials Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol GWW
  • Rev/Share 357.6556
  • Book/Share 79.8133
  • PB 14.4416
  • Debt/Equity 0.7698
  • CurrentRatio 2.7417
  • ROIC 0.3061

 

  • MktCap 50089032664.0
  • FreeCF/Share 32.1369
  • PFCF 32.3364
  • PE 26.3124
  • Debt/Assets 0.3094
  • DivYield 0.0081
  • ROE 0.561

 

  • Rating B+
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 3
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Downgrade GWW Wolfe Research Peer Perform Underperform -- $966 April 3, 2025
Upgrade GWW William Blair Market Perform Outperform -- -- March 10, 2025
Downgrade GWW Oppenheimer Outperform Perform -- -- Oct. 17, 2024
Upgrade GWW Robert W. Baird Neutral Outperform $975 $1230 Oct. 16, 2024
Initiation GWW BofA Securities -- Underperform -- $925 Oct. 7, 2024
Initiation GWW Morgan Stanley -- Equal Weight -- $990 Sept. 6, 2024

News

W.W. Grainger: Price Increases, Easing Chinese Tensions And Further Re-Rating Potential
GWW
Published: June 12, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

W.W. Grainger is poised for strong growth, leveraging pricing power, scale, and investments in distribution and digital capabilities to outpace the U.S. MRO market. Recent and upcoming price increases, especially in response to tariffs, should boost sales and support margin expansion, with positive customer sentiment and minimal inventory destocking. The Endless Assortment segment is delivering double-digit growth, driven by B2B traction and retention, while reshoring trends support long-term demand for MRO products.

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Here's Why W.W. Grainger (GWW) is a Strong Growth Stock
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Published: June 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Stocks For June 2025
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Published: June 03, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

I track 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify opportune investments, updating valuation ratings daily to focus on attractive opportunities. In this turbulent year, my investable universe outperformed SPY and SCHD year-to-date, with a gain of 2.08% compared to 0.56% and -3.36%. This month, 12 stocks had valuation rating changes; 5 were upgrades, including Ferrari, Pool Corporation and Accenture PLC, all with strong expected returns.

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Why W.W. Grainger (GWW) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
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Published: June 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Reasons Why You Should Retain Grainger Stock in Your Portfolio Now
GWW
Published: May 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GWW's strong volume growth and strategic moves in the High-Touch Solutions and Endless Assortment segments make it a smart stock to hold in your portfolio.

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SIEGY vs. GWW: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
GWW, SIEGY
Published: May 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors interested in stocks from the Industrial Services sector have probably already heard of Siemens AG (SIEGY) and W.W. Grainger (GWW).

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W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q1 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
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Published: May 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The headline numbers for W.W. Grainger (GWW) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
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Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Kyle Bland - VP, IR Donald Macpherson - Chairman & CEO Deidra Merriwether - CFO & SVP Conference Call Participants David Manthey - Baird Jacob Levenson - Melius Research Ryan Merkel - William Blair Christopher Snyder - Morgan Stanley Tommy Moll - Stephens Ryan Cooke - Wolfe Research Deane Dray - RBC Capital Markets Sabrina Abrams - Bank of America Merrill Lynch Christopher Glynn - Oppenheimer Katie Fleischer - KeyBanc Capital Markets Patrick Baumann - JPMorgan Operator Greetings and welcome to the …

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Grainger Earnings Surpass Estimates in Q1, Revenues Rise Y/Y
GWW
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GWW Q1 results reflect the ongoing solid performance at MonotaRO and Zoro.

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W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q1 Earnings Surpass Estimates
GWW
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

W.W. Grainger (GWW) came out with quarterly earnings of $9.86 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $9.46 per share. This compares to earnings of $9.62 per share a year ago.

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GRAINGER'S SHAREHOLDERS ELECT 12 DIRECTORS AND OTHER ANNUAL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
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Published: April 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CHICAGO , April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) held its annual meeting of shareholders virtually today.

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GRAINGER INCREASES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND BY 10%
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Published: April 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CHICAGO , April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) announced today that its board of directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $2.26 per share, an increase of 10% from the most recent company dividend.

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Grainger Stock Gears Up to Report Q1 Earnings: Here's What to Expect
GWW
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

GWW's first-quarter 2025 results are likely to reflect gains from upbeat segmental performances.

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SIEGY or GWW: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
GWW, SIEGY
Published: April 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors interested in Industrial Services stocks are likely familiar with Siemens AG (SIEGY) and W.W. Grainger (GWW).

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4 Industrial Services Stocks to Watch Amid Industry Challenges
ADRZY, ASHTY, CLIR, GWW
Published: April 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Although a weak manufacturing sector clouds the Zacks Industrial Services industry's outlook, GWW, ASHTY, ADRZY and CLIR are navigating the challenges effectively.

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ETHISPHERE NAMES GRAINGER AS ONE OF THE 2025 WORLD'S MOST ETHICAL COMPANIES®
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Published: March 11, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs CHICAGO , March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW), a leading broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. This is Grainger's first time applying for and receiving this recognition, placing Grainger as one of only four honorees in its industry.

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ASHTY vs. GWW: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
ASHTY, GWW
Published: February 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors interested in stocks from the Industrial Services sector have probably already heard of Ashtead Group PLC (ASHTY) and W.W. Grainger (GWW).

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About W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)

  • IPO Date 1973-02-21
  • Website https://www.grainger.com
  • Industry Industrial - Distribution
  • CEO Mr. Donald G. Macpherson
  • Employees 23500

W.W. Grainger, Inc. distributes maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products and services in the United States, Japan, Canada, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, High-Touch Solutions N.A. and Endless Assortment. It offers safety and security supplies, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance supplies, and metalworking and hand tools. It also offers inventory management and technical support services. The company serves businesses, corporations, government entities, and other institutions through sales and service representatives, and electronic and ecommerce channels. W.W. Grainger, Inc. was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.