W.W. Grainger, Inc. GWW
Composite 51/100; the shares have moved about 23% annualised. Names that move more contribute more risk for the same amount invested, and our composite reflects how strong the evidence for this one is right now.
Growth ranks 31/100 — a moderate mark against it.
Balance-sheet strength ranks 65/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Quality ranks 60/100 — a slight point in its favour. Momentum ranks 59/100 — a slight point in its favour.
Growth ranks 31/100 — a moderate mark against it. Valuation ranks 32/100 — a moderate mark against it.
What the company does W.W. Grainger distributes maintenance, repair, and operating products and services across North America, Japan, and the UK. It serves commercial, healthcare, and manufacturing industries through sales reps, ecommerce, and inventory management services.
Key financials Grainger posts ROE 46.1%, ROA 19.5%, and ROCE 36.1%. Margins: gross 39.2%, operating 16.7%, net 9.7%. Revenue and EPS growth are 10.1% and 18.2%, respectively. Debt/equity is 0.62 with interest coverage 32.46.
Stock health Strength score 81.6 indicates robust competitive positioning. Momentum is mixed: 12-month +38.15%, but RSI(14) at 36.30 signals near-term oversold conditions. Dividend yield is 0.8% with a 23.6% payout ratio.
Price vs fair value The stock trades at a discount of 0.60% versus the analyst mean target of 1292.29. - Q2 2026 results beat revenue and earnings estimates, with margin gains and an raised outlook (Zacks, GuruFocus.com, Moby). - Despite beating estimates, the stock declined on the day (StockStory). - Analysts highlight strong sales growth but note the stock’s subsequent pullback (MarketBeat).
Looking forward Forward P/E of 30.40 and PEG of 1.54 suggest premium valuation relative to growth. Analysts cite margin discipline and raised guidance as key drivers, but valuation remains a headwind.
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