WW Grainger Inc (GWW)

Currency in USD
971.16
+10.01(+1.04%)
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972.50+1.34(+0.14%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
959.85975.92
52 wk Range
893.991,195.31
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
971.16
Open
961.89
Day's Range
959.85-975.92
52 wk Range
893.99-1,195.31
Volume
228K
Average Volume (3m)
289.08K
1-Year Change
-18.61%
Book Value / Share
74.45
Fair Value
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Price Target
1,051.27
Upside
+8.25%
Members' Sentiments
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15 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

WW Grainger Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

WW Grainger Inc Company Profile

W.W. Grainger, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, distributes maintenance, repair, and operating products and services primarily in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. It operates through two segments, High-Touch Solutions North America and Endless Assortment. The company provides safety, security, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance, and metalworking and hand tools. It also offers technical support and inventory management services. The company provides safety, security, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance, and metalworking and hand tools. It also offers technical support and inventory management services. The company serves smaller businesses to large corporations, government entities, and other institutions, as well as commercial, healthcare, and manufacturing industries through sales and service representatives, and electronic and ecommerce channels. W.W. Grainger, Inc. was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.

WW Grainger Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2025

  • W.W. Grainger reported Q3 EPS of $10.21 (beating forecasts by 2.61%) and revenue of $4.7 billion (up 6.1% YoY), despite a slight pre-market stock dip of 0.03%.
  • The company announced a strategic exit from the UK market to focus resources on core regions of North America and Japan, where it continues to gain market share.
  • Financial performance showed strength with a 38.6% gross margin, 15.2% operating margin, and $597 million in operating cash flow, returning $399 million to shareholders.
  • Management maintained full-year 2025 EPS guidance between $39.00-$39.75, projecting organic sales growth of 4.4%-5.1% despite anticipated inflationary pressures into 2026.
  • CEO D.G. Macpherson emphasized growth opportunities in North America and Japan with MonotaRO, while CFO Dee Merriwether noted positive customer interactions.
Last Updated: 31/10/2025, 17:12
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P/E Ratio
26.7x16.8x12.0x
PEG Ratio
−8.22−0.270.03
Price/Book
13.0x2.1x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
2.6x0.7x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
7.6%17.6%21.2%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
12 Hold
3 Sell
Ratings:
20 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 1,051.27
(+8.25% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Morgan Stanley
Hold1,100.00+13.27%1,150.00MaintainNov 25, 2025
Bernstein SocGen Group
Hold975.00+0.40%-New CoverageNov 12, 2025
Barclays
Sell975.00+0.40%963.00MaintainNov 07, 2025
RBC Capital
Hold1,050.00+8.12%1,006.00MaintainNov 03, 2025
JPMorgan
Hold1,050.00+8.12%1,035.00MaintainOct 15, 2025

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 35.69%
Dividend Yield
0.93%
Industry Median 1.62%
Annualised payout
9.04
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+8.06%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Oct 31, 2025
EPS / Forecast
10.21 / 9.95
Revenue / Forecast
4.70B / 4.64B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

GWW Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does WW Grainger Trade On?

WW Grainger is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for WW Grainger?

The stock symbol for WW Grainger is "GWW."

What Is the WW Grainger (GWW) Afterhours Price Today? (Afterhours variable test: 972.50) Current Date: 04 Dec 2025

After hours price: 972.50. After hours price change (units): 1.34. Price change percentage: 0.14%

What Is the WW Grainger Market Cap?

As of today, WW Grainger market cap is 46.18B.

What Is WW Grainger's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The WW Grainger EPS (TTM) is 35.69.

When Is the Next WW Grainger Earnings Date?

WW Grainger will release its next earnings report on 02 Feb 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is GWW a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has WW Grainger Stock Split?

WW Grainger has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does WW Grainger Have?

WW Grainger has 25000 employees.

What is the current trading status of WW Grainger (GWW)?

As of 04 Dec 2025, WW Grainger (GWW) is trading at a price of 971.16, with a previous close of 971.16. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 959.85 to 975.92, while its 52-week range spans from 893.99 to 1,195.31.

What Is WW Grainger (GWW) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for WW Grainger is USD1051.26667, with a high estimate of USD1233 and a low estimate of USD930. 5 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 3 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +8.25% Upside potential.

What Is the GWW After Hours Price?

GWW's last after hours stock price is 972.50, the stock has decreased by 1.34, or 0.14%.
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