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GWW Stock Chart & Stats
$1382.60
$3.17(0.23%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$1382.60
$3.17(0.23%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$906.52 - $1,419.91
Previous CloseN/A
Volume40.05K
Average Volume (3M)321.62K
Market Cap
$65.26B
Enterprise Value$54.20K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$589.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.79B
Price to Earnings (P/E)37.0
Beta0.76
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
11.72Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.67%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)39.24
Shares Outstanding47,213,120
10 Day Avg. Volume262,547
30 Day Avg. Volume321,615
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 Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$1,309.45Price Target Upside-5.29% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)45.67
Revenue Forecast (FY)$19.47B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Go-to-market ChannelsGrainger's mix of High‑Touch account management and fast, e‑commerce Endless Assortment (Zoro, MonotaRO) creates durable revenue diversification. Multiple routes‑to‑market reduce single-channel risk, enable cross‑sell, and support stable recurring demand from large accounts and high-frequency transactional buyers.
High And Stable MarginsConsistently strong gross and operating margins reflect scale in procurement, distribution and value‑added services. Durable margin bands (~36%–39% gross, ~12%–16% EBIT historically) underpin cash generation and reinvestment capacity, supporting competitive positioning in MRO distribution.
Solid Cash Generation And Improving LeverageGrowing free cash flow and materially reduced leverage (debt/equity improved versus prior years) provide financial flexibility for capex, distribution expansion, and shareholder returns. Strong OCF and FCF support long‑term investments in logistics and digital capabilities without stressing liquidity.
Bears Say
Slowing Revenue Growth PaceAfter multi‑year mid‑single digit growth, the deceleration to low single digits suggests lessening top‑line momentum. Slower revenue expansion can reduce operating leverage, prolong payback on distribution investments, and heighten reliance on pricing and share gains to sustain EPS growth over several quarters.
Margin Pressure From Mix And Private‑label CostsMix shifts toward lower‑margin project sales, ongoing private‑label cost transition, and elevated freight inflate COGS and compress margins unless offset by pricing or sourcing gains. These structural cost pressures can persist across quarters and require execution on sourcing and pricing to protect long‑run profitability.
CFO Transition Introduces Execution RiskA CFO change during a period of pricing, cost and distribution initiatives raises execution and reporting continuity risk. Interim leadership may preserve stability, but the search for a permanent successor and any potential strategic shifts could affect capital allocation and near‑term implementation of margin and cash‑flow actions.
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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 $1419.91 in the past 12 months.
What is W.W. Grainger’s market cap?
W.W. Grainger’s market cap is $65.26B.
When is W.W. Grainger’s upcoming earnings report date?
W.W. Grainger’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 90 days.
How were W.W. Grainger’s earnings last quarter?
W.W. Grainger released its earnings results on Aug 04, 2026. The company reported $12.01 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $11.297 by $0.713.
Is W.W. Grainger overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts W.W. Grainger’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does W.W. Grainger pay dividends?
W.W. Grainger pays a Quarterly dividend of $2.49 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.67%. See more information on W.W. Grainger dividends here
What is W.W. Grainger’s EPS estimate?
W.W. Grainger’s EPS estimate is 11.72.
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 $12.01 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $11.297. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.163%.
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:
$1,309.45 (-5.29% Downside)
$1,309.45 (-5.29% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
GWW Sentiment 57%
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
Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.0%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
32.54%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
0.67%
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
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call conveyed a predominantly positive performance: strong top-line growth across both High-Touch and Endless Assortment, meaningful margin and EPS expansion, robust cash flow and an increased full-year guide. Headwinds remain—mix effects from project sales, private-label cost pressure, freight/fuel inflation, the lap of tariff refunds impacting Q3 margins, and MonotaRO prebuy moderation—but management outlined concrete mitigation steps (pricing actions in September, brand consolidation, distribution capacity expansion) and maintained confidence in strategy and execution. Overall, positives (growth, margins, cash, raised guidance, new DC) substantially outweigh the contained but notable near-term challenges.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
$1,309.45
▼(-5.29% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
6.24% Insiders
22.85% Mutual Funds
4.06% Other Institutional Investors
41.07% Public Companies and
Individual Investors