W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)

NYSE: GWW · Real-Time Price · USD
1,302.32
-68.93 (-5.03%)
Aug 4, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed
Market Cap61.34B +37.5%
Revenue (ttm)18.85B +7.8%
Net Income1.87B -2.7%
EPS39.17 -0.6%
Shares Out 47.21M
PE Ratio35.01
Forward PE28.47
Dividend$9.96 (0.76%)
Ex-Dividend DateAug 10, 2026
Volume459,660
Open1,283.60
Previous Close1,371.25
Day's Range1,272.93 - 1,309.42
52-Week Range906.52 - 1,419.91
Beta1.05
AnalystsHold
Price Target1,292.29 (-0.53%)
Earnings DateAug 4, 2026

About GWW

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. The company operates through two segments, High-Touch Solutions North America and Endless Assortment. It provides safety, security, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance, and metalworking and hand tools. The company also offers technical support and inventory management services. It serves smaller businesses t... [Read more]

Founded 1927
Employees 25,000
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol GWW
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, W.W. Grainger's revenue was $17.94 billion, an increase of 4.51% compared to the previous year's $17.17 billion. Earnings were $1.71 billion, a decrease of -10.63%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 19 analysts, the average rating for GWW stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $1,292.29, which is a decrease of -0.53% from the latest price.

Price Target
$1,292.29
(-0.53% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

W.W. Grainger Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026

Q2 2026 saw double-digit sales growth, margin expansion, and strong EPS, aided by tariff refunds and robust demand across segments. Guidance was raised for sales, margins, and EPS, with continued momentum expected despite inflation and mix headwinds.

5 hours ago - Transcripts

W.W. Grainger Earnings release: Q2 2026

W.W. Grainger released its Q2 2026 earnings on August 4, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

5 hours ago - Filings

W.W. Grainger Slides: Q2 2026

W.W. Grainger has posted slides in relation to its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on August 4, 2026.

5 hours ago - Filings

GRAINGER REPORTS RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER 2026

Continued strong results across the business; Company increases full year 2026 outlook Second Quarter Highlights Delivered sales of $5.0 billion, up 10.3%, or 13.7% on a daily, organic constant curren...

8 hours ago - PRNewsWire

GRAINGER DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

CHICAGO, July 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) announced today that its board of directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $2.49 per share.

6 days ago - PRNewsWire

Grainger price target raised to $1,460 from $1,337 at RBC Capital

RBC Capital raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,460 from $1,337 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares as part of a broader research note…

19 days ago - TheFly

Grainger downgraded to Equal Weight at Stephens after 36% year-to-date advance

As previously reported, Stephens downgraded Grainger (GWW) to Equal Weight from Overweight with an unchanged price target of $1,355. The current stock price represents about a 50% climb since April…

21 days ago - TheFly

Grainger downgraded to Equal Weight from Overweight at Stephens

Stephens downgraded Grainger (GWW) to Equal Weight from Overweight with a $1,355 price target

21 days ago - TheFly

Grainger price target raised to $1,280 from $978 at Rothschild & Co Redburn

Rothschild & Co Redburn analyst William Blunt raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,280 from $978 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm expects…

22 days ago - TheFly

Grainger upgraded to Peer Perform from Underperform at Wolfe Research

Wolfe Research upgraded Grainger (GWW) to Peer Perform from Underperform with no price target The stock has outperformed post-Q1 earnings and valuation has extended to new highs, notes the analyst,…

26 days ago - TheFly

GRAINGER AND THE AMERICAN RED CROSS CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP AND STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES

CHICAGO, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW), a leading broad-line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, today announced it is celebrating 25 yea...

5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Grainger price target lowered to $1,166 from $1,171 at Barclays

Barclays analyst Guy Hardwick lowered the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,166 from $1,171 and keeps an Underweight rating on the shares. The firm updated estimates in the…

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Grainger initiated with a Neutral at DA Davidson

DA Davidson initiated coverage of Grainger (GWW) with a Neutral rating and $1,250 price target The company will continue to post above-market growth aided by its endless assortment “flywheel,” the…

7 weeks ago - TheFly

Grainger price target raised to $1,300 from $1,190 at Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley analyst Christopher Snyder raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,300 from $1,190 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm is updating…

2 months ago - TheFly

Grainger price target raised to $1,171 from $1,047 at Barclays

Barclays raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,171 from $1,047 and keeps an Underweight rating on the shares. The firm views the company’s Q1 report as good…

3 months ago - TheFly

Grainger price target raised to $1,355 from $1,300 at Stephens

Stephens analyst Tommy Moll raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,355 from $1,300 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm updated its model following…

3 months ago - TheFly

Grainger price target raised to $1,337 from $1,170 at RBC Capital

RBC Capital raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,337 from $1,170 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The company posted a surprisingly strong Q1…

3 months ago - TheFly

Grainger price target raised to $1,365 from $1,245 at Baird

Baird raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,365 from $1,245 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The firm updated its model following Q1 results Published…

3 months ago - TheFly

Grainger price target raised to $1,350 from $1,300 at Oppenheimer

Oppenheimer raised the firm’s price target on Grainger (GWW) to $1,350 from $1,300 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The firm notes the company delivered a muscular Q1…

3 months ago - TheFly

W.W. Grainger Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw double-digit sales growth, margin expansion, and EPS up 18%, driven by strong execution, price realization, and broad-based demand. Guidance was raised for the year, with continued focus on managing inflation, tariffs, and supply chain risks.

3 months ago - Transcripts

W.W. Grainger Earnings release: Q1 2026

W.W. Grainger released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

3 months ago - Filings

W.W. Grainger Slides: Q1 2026

W.W. Grainger has posted slides in relation to its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on May 7, 2026.

3 months ago - Filings

W.W. Grainger Quarterly report: Q1 2026

W.W. Grainger has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 7, 2026.

3 months ago - Filings

GRAINGER REPORTS RESULTS FOR THE FIRST QUARTER 2026

Strong results across the business; Company increases full year 2026 outlook First Quarter Highlights Delivered sales of $4.7 billion, up 10.1%, or 12.2% on a daily, organic constant currency basis Ac...

3 months ago - PRNewsWire

GRAINGER'S SHAREHOLDERS ELECT 12 DIRECTORS AND OTHER ANNUAL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

CHICAGO, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) held its annual meeting of shareholders virtually today.

3 months ago - PRNewsWire