W.W. Grainger (GWW)
NYSE:GWW
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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 - $1,377.08
Previous CloseN/A
Volume71.21K
Average Volume (3M)293.94K
Market Cap
$62.34B
Enterprise Value$63.99B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$695.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.78B
Price to Earnings (P/E)36.0
Beta0.74
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
11.23Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.86%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)37.32
Shares Outstanding47,213,120
10 Day Avg. Volume315,732
30 Day Avg. Volume293,936
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 Cap1.03
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.48
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.89
Enterprise Value/Ebitda22.19
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$1,277.56Price Target Upside9.86% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)45.61
Revenue Forecast (FY)$19.45B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Routes-to-marketGrainger’s multi-channel model—high-touch account services plus fast-growing e-commerce (Endless Assortment, Zoro, MonotaRO)—provides durable revenue diversification. Digital and account-led channels reduce single-channel risk and support steady share gains across customer segments over a 2–6 month horizon.
Durable Margin And Profitability ProfileSustained high gross and operating margins reflect scale, supplier leverage, and value-added services. Strong margin levels and recent expansion indicate persistent earnings power that underpins profitability through normal seasonality and supports investment in service and logistics over the medium term.
Strong Cash Generation And Shareholder ReturnsConsistent operating cash flow and active returns (buybacks + dividend hike) signal robust free cash generation and capital allocation discipline. This supports sustained shareholder distributions and reinvestment in logistics and digital capabilities, enhancing long-term competitive position.
Bears Say
Slowing Top-line MomentumAlthough recent quarters show pockets of acceleration, the longer-term trend shows deceleration versus prior years. Slower organic revenue growth can limit operating leverage and makes the company more reliant on price or mix to sustain profit expansion over the next several quarters.
Weaker Cash ConversionReduced cash conversion indicates higher working-capital needs or heavier capex, raising sensitivity to inventory and receivable swings. Weaker conversion constrains flexibility for buybacks, dividend growth, or opportunistic investment if operating conditions worsen over a 2–6 month window.
Margin Headwinds And Pass-through LimitsPersistent cost pressures (fuel, private-label cost timing, LIFO effects, tariffs) plus limited ability to fully pass accessorial costs to large customers can compress margins. These structural frictions can depress operating margins and delay full benefit of revenue gains across upcoming quarters.
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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 $1377.08 in the past 12 months.
What is W.W. Grainger’s market cap?
W.W. Grainger’s market cap is $62.34B.
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 40 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 11.23.
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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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$1,277.56 (9.86% Upside)
$1,277.56 (9.86% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GWW Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
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 ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.4%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
28.27%
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 Company Deck
GWW Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed strong, broad-based revenue and profit growth, healthy cash generation, and raised full-year guidance driven by solid price realization, share gains, and strength in both High-Touch and Endless Assortment segments. Counterbalancing these positives are near-term margin headwinds from fuel costs, private-label cost timing, LIFO accounting effects, and geopolitical/tariff uncertainty that are expected to pressure margins in Q2. Overall, management projects these headwinds as transitory while emphasizing continued execution and confidence in long-term strategy.View all GWW earnings summariesGWW Revenue Breakdown
77.99% High-Touch Solutions N.A.
20.20% Endless Assortment
1.81% Other
GWW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$1,277.56
▲(9.86% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
6.24% Insiders
22.65% Mutual Funds
11.51% Other Institutional Investors
32.83% Public Companies and Individual Investors