Is GWW a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 49.7/100. It is ranked #515 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 59/100, Momentum 53/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for GWW?

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 49.7 ranks it #515 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is GWW in?

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. operates in the Consumer Staples sector (Wholesale industry) with a market cap of $52.42 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does GWW pay a dividend?

Yes, GWW pays a dividend with a current yield of 0.90%. The Consumer Staples sector average yield is 0.38%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $9.00 in annual dividend income.

What is GWW's P/E ratio?

GWW has a trailing P/E ratio of 28.60x. The Consumer Staples sector average is 33.1x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is GWW?

GWW's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 39.0%. ROE: 44.3% vs sector average 7.7%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is GWW valued compared to peers?

GWW's value factor score is 59/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 28.6x, EV/EBITDA 19.6x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is GWW's debt level?

GWW's debt-to-equity ratio is 60%. Sector average: 72%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

GWW has a beta of 0.83, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 86/100.

Does GWW have high short interest?

GWW's short interest factor score is 11/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

GWW Stock Analysis: Hold (Score 49.7/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
GWW	-0.01%	+4.89%	+5.94%	+16.16%	+22.00%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLP	-1.29%	+0.59%	-3.91%	+6.04%	+3.81%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+0.05%	+1.28%	+5.60%	+16.52%	-7.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+1.28%	+4.30%	+9.84%	+10.12%	+18.20%	-	-	-

Metric	GWW	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	28.6x	-14%
EV/EBITDA	19.6x	+184%
Price / Book	12.7x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd.	60	48	82	70	19.6x	122.1%	47.8%	16.8%	-	0.0x	$1.0B	VS
SENEA Seneca Foods Corp	55	49	59	69	10.3x	14.4%	14.3%	6.7%	70.9%	39.0x	$1.1B	VS
JBSS SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC	54	50	57	61	12.8x	20.2%	19.3%	6.3%	14.0%	11.0x	$965M	VS
ARW ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC.	53	50	73	63	15.8x	7.2%	11.2%	1.6%	11.9%	337.0x	$7.5B	VS
SFD SMITHFIELD FOODS INC	53	50	72	57	13.8x	11.9%	19.9%	7.5%	7.3%	29.0x	$11.3B	VS
BG Bunge Global SA	53	50	54	69	24.9x	5.7%	5.4%	1.8%	67.3%	59.0x	$24.8B	VS
DAR DARLING INGREDIENTS INC.	53	50	55	71	142.7x	1.5%	24.1%	1.2%	13.3%	114.0x	$9.9B	VS
ADM Archer-Daniels-Midland Co	52	50	52	64	54.6x	2.8%	6.4%	0.8%	-8.4%	33.0x	$34.9B	VS
CTVA Corteva, Inc.	52	49	51	60	50.6x	4.7%	42.9%	0.2%	-57.2%	76.0x	$56.3B	VS
MO ALTRIA GROUP, INC.	51	50	67	51	13.6x	-	62.1%	33.8%	-2.2%	-990.0x	$109.5B	VS
GWW W.W. GRAINGER, INC.	50	50	59	53	28.6x	44.3%	39.0%	10.3%	8.0%	60.0x	$52.4B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	7.0%	-	-	-	-	-	7.8%	7.1%	7.3%	7.9%	7.3%
ROE %	0.4%	0.4%	0.5%	0.6%	0.6%	0.5%	0.4%	0.5%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%
ROA %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	0.3%	29.7%	32.1%	58.9%	64.0%	56.6%	22.1%	26.9%	25.4%	22.4%	23.5%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.4%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

FCF Margin %

7.0%

7.8%

7.1%

7.3%

7.9%

7.3%

ROE %

0.4%

0.5%

0.6%

0.5%

0.4%

0.5%

0.4%

ROA %

0.2%

0.1%

ROIC %

0.3%

29.7%

32.1%

58.9%

64.0%

56.6%

22.1%

26.9%

25.4%

22.4%

23.5%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$17.9B	$17.9B	$17.2B	$16.5B	$15.2B	$13.0B	$11.8B	$11.5B	$11.2B	$10.4B	$10.1B	$10.0B
	—	$10.9B	$10.4B	$10.0B	$9.4B	$8.3B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$7.0B	$7.0B	$6.8B	$6.5B	$5.8B	$4.7B	$4.2B	$4.4B	$4.3B	$4.1B	$4.1B	$4.2B
Gross Margin	39.0%	39.1%	39.4%	39.4%	38.4%	36.3%	35.9%	38.3%	38.8%	39.3%	40.6%	42.4%
	—	$4.5B	$4.1B	$3.9B	$3.6B	$3.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$254M	$237M	$214M	$217M	$185M	$182M	$229M	$257M	$264M	$249M	$228M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$4.5B	$4.1B	$3.9B	$3.6B	$3.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$2.5B	$2.5B	$2.6B	$2.6B	$2.2B	$1.5B	$1.0B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.0B	$1.1B	$1.3B
EBIT	$2.4B	$2.5B	$2.6B	$2.6B	$2.2B	$1.5B	$1.0B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.0B	$1.1B	$1.3B
EBITDA	$2.8B	$2.7B	$2.9B	$2.8B	$2.4B	$1.7B	$1.2B	$1.5B	$1.4B	$1.3B	$1.4B	$1.3B
Operating Margin	14.3%	13.9%	15.4%	15.6%	14.5%	11.9%	8.6%	11.0%	10.3%	9.9%	11.0%	13.0%
EBITDA Margin	15.6%	15.3%	16.7%	16.9%	16.0%	13.3%	10.4%	13.2%	12.7%	12.3%	13.6%	13.0%
	—	—	—	—	—	—	$93M	$79M	$88M	$80M	$66M	$34M
	—	$2.4B	$2.6B	$2.5B	$2.1B	$1.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$622M	$595M	$597M	$533M	$371M	$192M	$314M	$258M	$313M	$386M	$466M
	$1.8B	$1.8B	$2.0B	$1.9B	$1.6B	$1.1B	$755M	$895M	$823M	$622M	$633M	$785M
Net Margin	10.3%	10.1%	11.6%	11.6%	10.6%	8.6%	6.4%	7.8%	7.3%	6.0%	6.2%	7.9%
	$35.47	$35.47	$38.84	$36.39	$30.22	$19.94	$12.88	$15.39	$13.82	$10.07	$9.94	$11.69
Diluted EPS	$35.47	$35.40	$38.71	$36.23	$30.06	$19.84	$12.88	$15.39	$13.82	$10.07	$9.94	$11.69
Weighted Avg Basic	—	48M	49M	50M	51M	52M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	48M	49M	50M	51M	52M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$17.9B

$17.2B

$16.5B

$15.2B

$13.0B

$11.8B

$11.5B

$11.2B

$10.4B

$10.1B

$10.0B

—

$10.9B

$10.4B

$10.0B

$9.4B

$8.3B

—

$7.0B

$6.8B

$6.5B

$5.8B

$4.7B

$4.2B

$4.4B

$4.3B

$4.1B

$4.2B

Gross Margin

39.0%

39.1%

39.4%

38.4%

36.3%

35.9%

38.3%

38.8%

39.3%

40.6%

42.4%

—

$4.5B

$4.1B

$3.9B

$3.6B

$3.2B

—

Depreciation

—

$254M

$237M

$214M

$217M

$185M

$182M

$229M

$257M

$264M

$249M

$228M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$4.5B

$4.1B

$3.9B

$3.6B

$3.2B

—

$2.5B

$2.6B

$2.2B

$1.5B

$1.0B

$1.3B

$1.2B

$1.0B

$1.1B

$1.3B

EBIT

$2.4B

$2.5B

$2.6B

$2.2B

$1.5B

$1.0B

$1.3B

$1.2B

$1.0B

$1.1B

$1.3B

EBITDA

$2.8B

$2.7B

$2.9B

$2.8B

$2.4B

$1.7B

$1.2B

$1.5B

$1.4B

$1.3B

$1.4B

$1.3B

Operating Margin

14.3%

13.9%

15.4%

15.6%

14.5%

11.9%

8.6%

11.0%

10.3%

9.9%

11.0%

13.0%

EBITDA Margin

15.6%

15.3%

16.7%

16.9%

16.0%

13.3%

10.4%

13.2%

12.7%

12.3%

13.6%

13.0%

—

$93M

$79M

$88M

$80M

$66M

$34M

—

$2.4B

$2.6B

$2.5B

$2.1B

$1.5B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$622M

$595M

$597M

$533M

$371M

$192M

$314M

$258M

$313M

$386M

$466M

$1.8B

$2.0B

$1.9B

$1.6B

$1.1B

$755M

$895M

$823M

$622M

$633M

$785M

Net Margin

10.3%

10.1%

11.6%

10.6%

8.6%

6.4%

7.8%

7.3%

6.0%

6.2%

7.9%

$35.47

$38.84

$36.39

$30.22

$19.94

$12.88

$15.39

$13.82

$10.07

$9.94

$11.69

Diluted EPS

$35.47

$35.40

$38.71

$36.23

$30.06

$19.84

$12.88

$15.39

$13.82

$10.07

$9.94

$11.69

Weighted Avg Basic

—

48M

49M

50M

51M

52M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

48M

49M

50M

51M

52M

—

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does W.W. GRAINGER, INC. Do?

W.W. Grainger, Inc. distributes maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products and services in the United States, Japan, Canada, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, High-Touch Solutions N.A. and Endless Assortment. It offers safety and security supplies, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance supplies, and metalworking and hand tools. It also offers inventory management and technical support services. The company serves businesses, corporations, government entities, and other institutions 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. W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically within the Wholesale industry. The company is led by CEO Donald G. Macpherson and employs approximately 26,000 people, headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois. With a market capitalization of $52.4B, GWW is one of the prominent companies in the Consumer Staples sector.

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 49.7/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.GWW ranks #515 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Staples sector, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. ranks #18 of 180 stocks, placing it in the top 10% of its Consumer Staples peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

GWW Stock Price and 52-Week Range

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) currently trades at $1173.11. The stock gained $0.90 (0.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for GWW is $1218.63, which means the stock is currently trading -3.7% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $893.99, putting the stock 31.2% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 86K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is GWW Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) carries a value factor score of 59/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 28.60x, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 33.11x — a discount of 14%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 12.67x, versus the sector average of 1.74x. The price-to-sales ratio is 2.93x, compared to 0.35x for the average Consumer Staples stock. On an enterprise value basis, GWW trades at 19.65x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.93x for the sector. The EV/EBIT multiple is 22.52x.

Overall, GWW's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 44.3%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 7.7%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 20.5% versus the sector average of 3.1%.

On a margin basis, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. reports gross margins of 39.0%, compared to 26.2% for the sector. The operating margin is 14.3% (sector: 2.9%). Net profit margin stands at 10.3%, versus 1.6% for the average Consumer Staples stock. Revenue growth is running at 8.0% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.1% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

GWW Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 60.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 72.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 2.83x, indicating strong short-term liquidity. Total debt on the balance sheet is $2.49B. Cash and equivalents stand at $535M.

GWW has a beta of 0.83, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for W.W. GRAINGER, INC. is 86/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. reported revenue of $17.91B and earnings per share (EPS) of $35.47. Net income for the quarter was $1.83B. Gross margin was 39.0%. Operating income came in at $2.55B.

In FY 2025, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. reported revenue of $17.94B and earnings per share (EPS) of $35.47. Net income for the quarter was $1.81B. Gross margin was 39.1%. Revenue grew 4.5% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $2.50B.

In Q3 2025, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. reported revenue of $4.66B and earnings per share (EPS) of $6.13. Net income for the quarter was $321M. Gross margin was 38.6%. Revenue grew 6.1% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $511M.

In Q2 2025, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. reported revenue of $4.55B and earnings per share (EPS) of $9.99. Net income for the quarter was $508M. Gross margin was 38.5%. Revenue grew 5.6% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $678M.

Over the past 8 quarters, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $4.31B to $17.91B. Investors analyzing GWW stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

GWW Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.9%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in GWW stock would generate approximately $$90.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Consumer Staples sector average dividend yield of 0.4%, meaning GWW offers above-average income for its sector. The net margin of 10.3% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

GWW Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) has a momentum factor score of 53/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 30/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 11/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

GWW vs Competitors — Consumer Staples Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Staples sector, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) ranks #18 out of 180 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places GWW in the top decile of all Consumer Staples stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include Ituran Location & Control Ltd. (ITRN) with a score of 60.3/100, DARLING INGREDIENTS INC. (DAR) with a score of 52.9/100, Bunge Global SA (BG) with a score of 53.0/100, SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC (JBSS) with a score of 54.1/100, and Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing GWW against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full GWW vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how W.W. GRAINGER, INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

GWW Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy GWW? — Investment Thesis Summary

W.W. GRAINGER, INC. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. Low volatility (stability score 86/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, W.W. GRAINGER, INC. (GWW) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 49.7/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on GWW stock.

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