Grainger Reports Solid Q1 2025 Financial Results

W.W. Grainger ( (GWW) ) has released its Q1 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information W.W. Grainger presented to its investors.

W.W. Grainger, Inc., a leading distributor of maintenance, repair, and operating products, operates primarily in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom, serving over 4.5 million customers worldwide with a focus on innovative technology and strong customer relationships.

In the first quarter of 2025, Grainger reported sales of $4.3 billion, marking a 1.7% increase from the previous year, with a daily, constant currency growth of 4.4%. The company achieved a diluted EPS of $9.86, a 2.5% rise compared to the first quarter of 2024, and reaffirmed its full-year guidance for 2025.

Key financial highlights include a gross profit margin increase to 39.7%, operating earnings of $672 million, and a slight decrease in operating margin to 15.6%. The company generated $646 million in operating cash flow and returned $380 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. Notably, the Endless Assortment segment saw a significant sales increase of 10.3%, or 15.3% on a daily, constant currency basis.

Grainger’s management remains optimistic, focusing on delivering exceptional service and advancing capabilities despite a muted demand environment. The company is committed to maintaining its purpose of keeping the world working while providing outstanding customer experiences and fulfilling its commitments to stakeholders.