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WW Grainger Inc(GWW)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GWW
09/25/2026: GWW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
WW Grainger Inc is a prominent distributor of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies, serving as a critical partner for industrial and commercial businesses. The company holds a leading position in the fragmented MRO market, supported by a vast, automated supply chain and successful digital sales platforms like Zoro. Its growth strategy centers on expanding its 'Endless Assortment' model while maintaining high-touch services for large accounts. Key risks include intense e-commerce competition and economic cyclicality impacting industrial demand. Grainger's robust cash flow and consistent dividend history make it an appealing prospect for investors seeking stability, though valuation can be high, requiring careful monitoring of operational efficiency.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | While the company shows steady expansion, it is a mature business rather than a high-growth tech disruptor. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock has historically tracked well with industrial sentiment, often showing strong trend potential during market upswings. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The stock often trades at a premium multiple due to its perceived quality and reliability, which may limit deep value opportunities. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Grainger's long history of dividend growth makes it a reliable candidate for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The company's defensive market position and strong cash flow provide stability, making it suitable for lower-risk strategies. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | As a large-cap industrial, it is subject to broader market fluctuations but generally remains less volatile than tech or small-cap stocks. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Investors often pay a premium for Grainger's brand, which can lead to valuation compression if growth targets are missed. |
| Competition risk (Amazon Business) | Medium / high | Amazon Business continues to disrupt the transactional MRO space, pressuring pricing and delivery expectations. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company has a long-standing reputation for supply chain excellence and high-quality customer service. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | The dividend is highly stable and backed by strong free cash flow generation. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Ongoing digital transformation requires successful integration of new technologies to maintain the competitive edge. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 52.07% | Avg. Invested days 68 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 58.55B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 31.65 | 1Y Target Price 1331.64 |
Price to earnings Ratio 31.65 | 1Y Target Price 1331.64 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 241.0K shares | Beta 1.03 | 52 Weeks Range 901.22 - 1417.14 | Updated Date 09/26/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 901.22 - 1417.14 | Updated Date 09/26/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.72% | Basic EPS (TTM) 39.28 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| High-Touch Solutions | Direct sales, inventory management, and specialized procurement services for large enterprise clients. | This is the core, high-margin engine that relies on building deep, long-term relationships with large industrial buyers. |
| Endless Assortment | Transactional online sales via websites like Zoro.com and MonotaRO. | This represents the scalable digital growth segment, competing directly on speed, selection, and ease of use. |
| Geography | Predominantly North America, with a growing international presence in Japan and other markets. | Growth is tied primarily to the North American industrial economy, with secondary contributions from established international operations. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 31.65 | Forward PE 24.75 | Enterprise Value 62.06B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.11 |
Enterprise Value 62.06B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.11 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.29 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.53 | Shares Outstanding 47.10M | Shares Floating 43.10M |
Shares Outstanding 47.10M | Shares Floating 43.10M | ||
Percent Insiders 6.28 | Percent Institutions 77.01 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About WW Grainger Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Lake Forest, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1984-12-17 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Donald G. Macpherson | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Industrial Distribution | Full time employees 22100 | Website https://www.grainger.com |
Full time employees 22100 | Website https://www.grainger.com | ||
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 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.
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