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GWWW.W. Grainger, Inc.
$1270.67$60.0B
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W.W. Grainger, Inc.

GWW
NYSE · Industrial Distribution
$1270.67
At close - Sep 23, 4:00 PM EDT - USD
Market Cap$59.99B
P/E35.9x
52W High$1419.91
Volume311.95K
OverviewTerminalAnalysisFinancialsValuationEarningsBreakoutsOwnership
VCP Research Verdict2026Q2

Accelerating Revenue and Margin Expansion Drive EPS Growth

W.W. Grainger is demonstrating accelerating revenue growth, with 10.3% YoY in 2026Q2, driven by pricing power and volume recovery. Operating leverage is evident as SG&A grew only 9% while revenue grew 10.3%, expanding operating margin to 16.1%. However, the su...

GrowthAccelerating
ProfitabilityStrong
ValuationReview
TechnicalsMixed
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MARKET ACTION

GWW price & volume

Price trend, volume and key moving averages

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Decision Checklist4 Core Signals

What matters now

The signals most likely to change the investment case.

01

Earnings momentum

7/12 Beats

EPS beat 7 of last 12 quarters

02

Valuation risk

+20% Peers

P/E is 20% above peer median

03

Market leadership

RS 61 · Avg

Average momentum (RS Rating: 61)

04

Mixed Trend

Mixed

Price < 50DMA but > 200DMA

Next CatalystEstimated earnings · Nov 4
01

Build the investment case

Start with the evidence for owning the stock and the risks that can break the thesis.

EXECUTIVE THESIS

The Investment Case

Full Analysis
Fundamental Trajectory

Revenue growth accelerated to 10.3% YoY in 2026Q2, with gross margin holding at 39.5% and operating margin expanding to 16.1%, driving EPS up 19.9% to $12.01.

Analyst Consensus+3.3% target
Hold(39 analysts)
9 Buy26 Hold4 Sell

The Bull Case

Upside Catalysts

Strong financial performance

Real-time stock data and financial overview indicate robust market presence and investor interest.

Comprehensive stock analysis

Detailed stock overviews and price targets provide transparency and confidence for investors.

Market leadership position

Key statistics and news highlight GWW's prominence in its industry.

The Bear Case

Key Downside Risks

Market performance

Price History →

Trailing total returns as of 9/24/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).

YTD Return
GWW+27.31%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+12.39%
1-Year Return
GWW+31.19%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+15.77%
3-Year Return
GWW+87.94%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+75.71%
5-Year Return
GWW+224.86%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+72.97%
02

Test the fundamentals

Check whether operating performance supports the current valuation.

VALUATION & INTRINSIC VALUE

Valuation Scenarios

Valuation Analysis
Trailing P/E5Y High
35.9x
Forward P/EExpansion
27.3x
EV/EBITDA100th %ile
21.2x
FCF YieldCash Flow
2.2%

Valuation vs 5-Year History

Multiple Range
Metric
Current
5Y Median
Historical Range
Percentile
P/E
35.9x
25.9x
100th· High
EV/EBITDA
21.2x
17.1x
100th· High
Price/FCF
45.1x
32.9x
100th· High
Current Multiple
5Y Median (50th %ile)

Intrinsic Value Scenarios

DCF Projection
Bear$503.48-60.4%
Base (Fair)$992.49-21.6%
Bull$1476.49+16.2%
$503.48 Bear$992.49 Base$1476.49 Bull
Current Market Price: $1270.67
Trades at a 28.0% premium to Base DCF ($992.49)
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Growth & profitability

Annual revenue & EPS trend
Revenue
$17.94B+4.5% YoY
Net income
$1.71B-10.6% YoY
Free cash flow
$1.33B-15.2% YoY
Operating margin
15%-0.4 pts YoY
ROIC (TTM)32.1%
Avg ROIC 5Y-
ROE (TTM)43.5%
Piotroski Score8 / 9
Financial Statements →
03

Monitor what changed

Recent results and news deserve attention only when they alter the forward view.

OPERATING RESULTS

Recent Earnings

Earnings History
EPS Beat Rate7/12 (58%)
Revenue Beat Rate6/12 (50%)
QuarterEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q3 2026Latest
Aug 4, 2026
$12.01+6.3%
vs $11.30
$5.0B+1.3%
vs $5.0B
Q2 2026
May 7, 2026
$11.65+14.1%
vs $10.21
$4.7B+3.6%
vs $4.6B
Q1 2026
Feb 3, 2026
$9.44-0.2%
vs $9.46
$4.4B+0.6%
vs $4.4B
Q4 2025
Oct 31, 2025
$10.21+2.3%
vs $9.98
$4.7B+0.3%
vs $4.6B
Historical baseline: 12 quarters analyzedGAAP / Adjusted
MARKET COVERAGE

Latest News

5 Stories
Seeking Alpha·5d ago
The Dividend Kings Ranked By Quality Scores (September 2026)

Dividend Kings have a 50+ year track record of increasing dividends, showcasing resilience through economic challenges. I rank the Dividend Kings using my 9F Quality Scores, blending qualitative and quantitative factors for a robust, investment-grade assessment. ADP stands out as the best total-return candidate. It is undervalued, high-quality, and offering a strong projected dividend growth rate and Adjusted Chowder Number.

24/7 Wall Street·Sep 13, 2026
5 Dividend Stocks Hiding in Boring Businesses Customers Cannot Live Without

Some of the steadiest compounders in the market spend their days hauling trash, killing bugs, and stocking factory shelves, and their customers almost never leave. Here is why that kind of boring turns into decades of uninterrupted dividend raises.

Zacks Investment Research·Sep 4, 2026
5 Industrial Services Stocks to Consider Despite Industry Challenges

Despite a weak near-term outlook for the Zacks Industrial Services industry, GWW, FAST, MSM, GIC and BOOM are navigating the challenges effectively.

Zacks Investment Research·Sep 3, 2026
Why Is W.W. Grainger (GWW) Down 0% Since Last Earnings Report?

W.W. Grainger (GWW) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Filtered for W.W. Grainger, Inc.More Headlines
04

Compare before deciding

Benchmark GWW against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
GWW logoGWWW.W. Grainger, Inc.Current
$1270.67$59.99B35.894.51%9.51%43.5%0.77%
MSM logoMSMMSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.
$124.10$6.93B34.76-1.35%5.9%16.51%—
FAST logoFASTFastenal Company
$50.99$58.51B46.788.67%15.46%34.03%—
SITE logoSITESiteOne Landscape Supply, Inc.
$93.77$4.15B27.823.62%3.41%9.66%—
DXPE logoDXPEDXP Enterprises, Inc.
$191.08$2.96B35.6511.89%4.35%18.27%—
WSO logoWSOWatsco, Inc.
$325.37$13.4B26.56-4.98%6.53%14.4%—

Compare GWW vs Peers

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs MSM

Most directly comparable listed peer for GWW.

Scale Benchmark

vs AMZN

Larger-name benchmark to compare GWW against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs MSM, FAST, SITE, DXPE

05

Keep researching

Verify the primary filings, follow material updates, and answer the remaining questions.

GWW SEC Filings & Documents

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

Aug 4, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Aug 3, 2026·SEC

Material company update

May 8, 2026·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

2
FY 2026

Feb 19, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Feb 20, 2025·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

Aug 4, 2026·SEC

FY 2026

May 7, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Oct 31, 2025·SEC

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GWW Frequently Asked Questions

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is W.W. Grainger, Inc.'s revenue?

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) reported $18.84B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 433% increase from $3.54B in 1996.

How fast is W.W. Grainger, Inc. growing?

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) grew revenue by 4.5% over the past year. Growth has been modest.

Is GWW profitable?

Yes, W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) is profitable, generating $1.87B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (9.5% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does GWW pay dividends?

Yes, W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.77%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is GWW's return on equity?

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) has a return on equity (ROE) of 43.5%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.

What is W.W. Grainger, Inc.'s free cash flow?

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) generated $1.51B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.

What if you invested $1,000 in GWW back in 1996?

Total return calculator · dividends reinvested · 30+ years of data

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