W.W. Grainger Inc. (GWW)
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W.W. Grainger Inc. (GWW) overview
W.W. Grainger is a leading distributor of industrial maintenance, repair, and operating supplies. It is a member of the S&P 500 and is classified in the Industrials sector — manufacturers, aerospace, defense and transport companies tied to economic activity.
W.W. Grainger Inc. trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol GWW. As of the most recent market data, the stock was priced around $1,395.01, down 0.50% on the session.
Over the past 52 weeks, GWW has traded between $906.52 and $1,419.91. Shares are valued at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 37.7, a common gauge of how richly the market prices the company's earnings. W.W. Grainger Inc. also pays a dividend, currently yielding around 66.00%.
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Why investors watch GWW
As one of the larger companies in the Industrials sector, W.W. Grainger Inc. is closely followed by investors and often moves with broader trends across manufacturers, aerospace, defense and transport companies tied to economic activity. Traders watch GWW for earnings reports, analyst rating changes, and headlines that can shift sentiment — each of which is summarized on this page as it breaks.
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Latest GWW news
AutoZone (AZO), United Rentals (URI) Stock Split Analysis Released
AutoZone (AZO) trades at $3,406.50 with a market cap of $56.4 billion, reporting Q2 FY26 EPS of $27.63 and revenue of $4.27 billion. W.W. Grainger (GWW) stock is priced at $1,247.79, with a market cap of $58.9 billion, exceeding Q1 FY26 EPS estimates by 14.08% and revenue of $4.74 billion. Grainger raised FY26 adjusted EPS guidance to $44.25 to $46.25 and increased its dividend by 10%. Despite recent stock splits in the market, neither company has announced or hinted at any upcoming splits, indicating an uncertain future for potential stock splits.
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W.W. Grainger Reports Q4 Revenue of $4.43B, EPS Guidance for 2026 at $42.25-$44.75
W.W. Grainger, Inc. reported Q4 revenue of $4.43 billion, exceeding estimates by $40 million. The trailing and forward P/E ratios are 29.43 and 23.70, respectively. Adjusted EPS for the quarter was $9.44, slightly below expectations. For 2026, Grainger anticipates net sales between $18.7 billion and $19.1 billion, with diluted EPS expected in the range of $42.25 to $44.75. The company generated $2.0 billion in operating cash flow and plans to return over $950 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.
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Frequently asked questions
Is W.W. Grainger Inc. in the S&P 500?
Yes. W.W. Grainger Inc. (GWW) is a member of the S&P 500 index, classified in the Industrials sector.
What sector is GWW in?
W.W. Grainger Inc. is classified in the Industrials sector of the S&P 500 — manufacturers, aerospace, defense and transport companies tied to economic activity.
Where can I find the latest GWW news?
This page collects recent W.W. Grainger Inc. (GWW) news and market analysis, each article summarized by AI and tagged with bullish, bearish, or neutral sentiment.
What is W.W. Grainger Inc.'s stock price?
As of the most recent market data, W.W. Grainger Inc. (GWW) traded at approximately $1,395.01. Prices move throughout the trading day, so this reflects the latest available quote rather than a live price.
What is GWW's P/E ratio?
GWW trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of about 37.7. The P/E ratio compares a company's share price to its earnings per share.