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GWW - W.W. Grainger, Inc.
Price:
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CONSENSUS:
Hold
DETAILS
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PRICE TARGET:
$1,229.25
DETAILS
HIGH:
$1,365.00
LOW:
$1,081.00
MEDIAN:
$1,235.50
CONSENSUS:
$1,229.25
DOWNSIDE:
1.49%
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W.W. Grainger Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
W.W. Grainger NYSE: GWW reported a stronger-than-expected start to fiscal 2026, with management citing improved MRO market demand, price realization and execution across both of its business segments.
W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q1 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
Although the revenue and EPS for W.W. Grainger (GWW) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended March 2026, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
W.W. Grainger (GWW) came out with quarterly earnings of $11.65 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $10.2 per share. This compares to earnings of $9.86 per share a year ago.
Grainger Beats Q1 Earnings Estimates on Strong Sales, Raises 2026 View
GWW lifts its 2026 outlook after Q1 earnings beat, fueled by strong sales growth, margin expansion and robust performance across both business segments.
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 Achieved operating margin of 16.7%, up 110 basis points Generated diluted EPS of $11.65, up 18.2% Produced $739 million in operating cash flow and returned $345 million to Grainger shareholders through dividends and share repurchases Announced quarterly dividend increase of 10% Increasing full year 2026 guidance, including diluted adjusted EPS range of $44.25 to $46.25 CHICAGO, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW) today reported results for the first quarter of 2026 with sales of $4.7 billion, up 10.1%, or 12.2% on a daily, organic constant currency basis, and diluted EPS of $11.65, up 18.2% compared to the first quarter of 2025. "We delivered great results in the first quarter driven by strong execution across both segments," said D.G.
Grainger Set to Report Q1 Earnings: What's in Store for the Stock?
GWW heads into Q1 earnings release with steady sales growth and strong segment momentum, but rising costs may weigh on the margins.
Stay Ahead of the Game With W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q1 Earnings: Wall Street's Insights on Key Metrics
Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of W.W. Grainger (GWW) for the quarter ended March 2026 by going beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.
W.W. Grainger (GWW) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release
W.W. Grainger (GWW) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Comerica Bank Reduces Stock Position in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW
Comerica Bank reduced its holdings in W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) by 3.5% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 15,863 shares of the industrial products company's stock after selling 579 shares during the period. Comerica Bank's holdings in W.W.
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.
GRAINGER INCREASES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND BY 10%
CHICAGO, April 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, an increase of 10% from the most recent company dividend.
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BKM Wealth Management LLC Lowers Position in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW
BKM Wealth Management LLC lessened its stake in W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) by 26.6% during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 1,219 shares of the industrial products company's stock after selling 442 shares during the quarter. BKM Wealth Management LLC's holdings in
W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW Shares Sold by Arizona State Retirement System
Arizona State Retirement System decreased its holdings in shares of W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) by 7.6% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 12,468 shares of the industrial products company's stock after selling 1,022 shares during the period. Arizona State Retirement
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Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. Has $8.89 Million Stake in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW
Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. boosted its holdings in shares of W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) by 17.1% during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 8,808 shares of the industrial products company's stock after buying an additional 1,285 shares
Birch Hill Investment Advisors LLC Has $21.49 Million Holdings in W.W. Grainger, Inc. $GWW
Birch Hill Investment Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in shares of W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW) by 5.6% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 21,301 shares of the industrial products company's stock after buying an
Price Targets
Grainger price target raised to $1,171 from $1,047 at Barclays
$1171.00
(was $1226.09)
Barclays
Grainger price target raised to $1,355 from $1,300 at Stephens
$1355.00
(was $1233.71)
Tommy Moll
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Stephens
Grainger price target raised to $1,337 from $1,170 at RBC Capital
$1337.00
(was $1222.84)
RBC Capital
Grainger price target raised to $1,365 from $1,245 at Baird
$1365.00
(was $1227.37)
Robert W. Baird
Grainger price target raised to $1,125 from $1,052 at Bernstein
$1125.00
(was $1163.10)
Bernstein
Grainger price target raised to $1,300 from $1,250 at Oppenheimer
$1300.00
(was $1168.92)
Oppenheimer
Grainger price target raised to $1,207 from $1,055 at RBC Capital
$1207.00
(was $1168.06)
RBC Capital
Grainger price target raised to $1,245 from $1,170 at Baird
$1245.00
(was $1155.00)
David Manthey
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Robert W. Baird
Grainger price target raised to $1,044 from $975 at Barclays
$1044.00
(was $1155.00)
Guy Hardwick
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Barclays
Grainger upgraded to Outperform from Perform at Oppenheimer
$1250.00
(was $1049.97)
Oppenheimer
Grainger price target raised to $1,081 from $1,048 at Wolfe Research
$1081.00
(was $959.07)
Wolfe Research
Grainger price target lowered to $1,100 from $1,150 at Morgan Stanley
$1100.00
(was $938.52)
Christopher Snyder
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Morgan Stanley
Grainger initiated with an Underweight at Barclays
$963.00
(was $958.82)
Barclays
Grainger price target lowered to $950 from $1,000 at Loop Capital
$950.00
(was $938.27)
Loop Capital Markets
Grainger price target lowered to $1,007 from $1,176 at RBC Capital
$1007.00
(was $938.27)
RBC Capital
Grainger price target lowered to $1,200 from $1,250 at Stephens
$1200.00
(was $938.27)
Stephens
Grainger downgraded to Underperform from Peer Perform at Wolfe Research
$966.00
(was $973.41)
Wolfe Research
Grainger price target raised to $1,100 from $1,000 at Loop Capital
$1100.00
(was $985.06)
Loop Capital Markets
Baird Upgrades WW Grainger (GWW) to Outperform
$1230.00
(was $1085.57)
David Manthey
·
Robert W. Baird
Grainger initiated with an Underperform at BofA
$925.00
(was $1033.24)
Sabrina Abrams
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Bank of America Securities