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GWW Stock Chart & Stats
$1162.94
$7.25(0.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1162.94
$7.25(0.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$906.52 - $1,405.72
Previous CloseN/A
Volume71.21K
Average Volume (3M)317.78K
Market Cap
$65.71B
Enterprise Value$63.99B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$695.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.78B
Price to Earnings (P/E)36.7
Beta0.74
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
11.29Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.86%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)37.32
Shares Outstanding47,213,120
10 Day Avg. Volume230,038
30 Day Avg. Volume317,778
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-3.11
Price to Book (P/B)12.94
Price to Sales (P/S)2.69
P/FCF Ratio36.31
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.97
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.48
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.89
Enterprise Value/Ebitda22.19
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$1,305.91Price Target Upside12.29% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering13
EPS Forecast (FY)45.66
Revenue Forecast (FY)$19.48B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Durable Margins & ProfitabilitySustained gross (~40%) and operating (~16.7%) margins indicate durable unit economics and pricing power across product categories. High margins support reinvestment in logistics, technology and customer service, enabling long‑term competitive advantage and resilience to moderate cost pressures.
Strong Cash Generation & Capital ReturnsConsistent operating cash flow and sizable shareholder returns (buybacks/dividend raise, 55th consecutive increase) show disciplined capital allocation and free cash flow durability. This provides flexibility to fund growth initiatives, sustain dividends, and absorb temporary macro shocks without relying on external financing.
Scale & Multi-channel Market PositionStrong growth across High‑Touch and e‑commerce (Endless Assortment, Zoro, MonotaRO) reflects a diversified route‑to‑market and widening addressable market. Scale across channels improves procurement, distribution efficiency and cross‑sell, reinforcing durable competitive advantages and revenue optionality.
Bears Say
Slowing Revenue Growth TrendA multi‑year slowdown to ~2.4% TTM growth reduces the baseline for long‑term earnings expansion and increases reliance on price and margin improvement. If structural demand or wallet share gains slow, sustaining past EPS growth will require continued execution on cross‑sell and pricing, which is not guaranteed.
Weakened Cash Conversion & Working CapitalLower cash conversion and FCF relative to net income suggest higher working‑capital sensitivity or elevated inventory investment. This reduces financial flexibility, raises exposure to sales volatility, and can limit the company's ability to fund opportunistic investments or maintain buybacks if macro conditions deteriorate.
Margin Pressure From Cost Pass‑through LimitsStructural contract terms that prevent full pass‑through of shipping and fuel costs compress margins when input costs rise. This makes revenue growth less profitable, heightens margin volatility versus peers with firmer pass‑through, and slows the company's ability to fully offset external cost shocks in the near term.
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GWW FAQ
What was W.W. Grainger’s price range in the past 12 months?
W.W. Grainger lowest stock price was $906.52 and its highest was $1405.72 in the past 12 months.
What is W.W. Grainger’s market cap?
W.W. Grainger’s market cap is $65.71B.
When is W.W. Grainger’s upcoming earnings report date?
W.W. Grainger’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 20 days.
How were W.W. Grainger’s earnings last quarter?
W.W. Grainger released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $11.65 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $10.212 by $1.438.
Is W.W. Grainger overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts W.W. Grainger’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does W.W. Grainger pay dividends?
W.W. Grainger pays a Quarterly dividend of $2.49 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.86%. See more information on W.W. Grainger dividends here
What is W.W. Grainger’s EPS estimate?
W.W. Grainger’s EPS estimate is 11.29.
How many shares outstanding does W.W. Grainger have?
W.W. Grainger has 47,213,120 shares outstanding.
What happened to W.W. Grainger’s price movement after its last earnings report?
W.W. Grainger reported an EPS of $11.65 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $10.212. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.491%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of W.W. Grainger?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GWW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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WW Grainger Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$1,305.91 (12.29% Upside)
$1,305.91 (12.29% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GWW Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 3.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $3.2M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.8%
Last 30 Days ▲ 26.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 26.1%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
30.77%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
47.84%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.41%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
W.W. Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc. stands as a significant global supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies and related services. Its market presence spans several international regions, including the United States, Japan, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The company structures its operations into two principal divisions: High-Touch Solutions N.A. and Endless Assortment. Grainger's extensive product offerings cover essential categories such as safety and security provisions, equipment for material handling and storage, plumbing and pump components, cleaning and facility upkeep items, and both metalworking and general hand tools. Furthermore, it delivers vital support functions, including inventory management and expert technical assistance. The firm serves a wide array of organizational customers, from private businesses and large corporations to government bodies and other institutions, reaching them through both dedicated sales and service teams and its robust digital and e-commerce platforms. Established in 1927, W.W. Grainger, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois.
GWW Revenue Breakdown
77.99% High-Touch Solutions N.A.
20.20% Endless Assortment
1.81% Other
GWW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$1,305.91
▲(12.29% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
6.24% Insiders
22.85% Mutual Funds
0.48% Other Institutional Investors
44.94% Public Companies and
Individual Investors