W.W. Grainger, Inc.
As of Oct 26, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $64.08B
- P/E (TTM)
- 34.53
- Forward P/E
- 35.58
- Dividend yield
- 0.70%
- 52-week range
- $906.52$1,419.91
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 260.13K
W.W. Grainger (GWW) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $1,349.90 - $1,370.61 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $1,419.91 |
| 52-Week Low | $906.52 |
| Open | $1,359.68 |
| Volume (last close) | 191.73K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 260.13K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 18.84B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 1.86B |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 1.51B |
| EPS (TTM) | $39.05 |
| Profit Margin | 9.85% |
| Operating Margin | 14.57% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 44.93% |
| Debt to Equity | 0.58 |
| Annual Dividend | $9.50 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.70% |
| Payout Ratio | 24.33% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Aug 10, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 64.08B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 47.20M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 34.53 |
| Forward P/E | 35.58 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 3.40 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 15.51 |
| EV/EBITDA | 20.51 |
| 50-Day MA | $1,293.96 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $1,223.56 |
| 1-Year Change | +41.08% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 26, 2026. Data sources and methodology
W.W. Grainger at a Glance
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, W.W. Grainger (GWW) has a market capitalization of $64.08B. The stock trades at 34.5× trailing earnings, 35.6× forward earnings and 3.4× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $1.86B on revenue of $18.84B (a 9.8% profit margin) and generated $1.51B of free cash flow. Revenue grew 7.8% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $589.00M in cash and securities against $2.41B of debt, a net debt position of $1.82B.
W.W. Grainger pays a quarterly dividend totaling $9.50 per share a year, a 0.70% yield at the Oct 26, 2026 close, with a 24% payout ratio and 40 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is up 41.1% over the past year. At $1357.60 (the Oct 26, 2026 close) it sits near the top of its 52-week range of $906.52 to $1419.91, above its 200-day moving average of $1223.56.
Based on 15 professional analyst ratings from the past 90 days, the consensus is Hold with an average price target of $1351.50, 0.4% below the Oct 26, 2026 close.
Frequently Asked Questions About W.W. Grainger
What is the current stock price for GWW?
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, GWW stock trades at $1357.60. The 52-week range is $906.52–$1,419.91, with a day range of $1349.90–$1370.61.
What is the P/E ratio for GWW?
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, W.W. Grainger's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 34.5, meaning investors pay $34.5 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 35.6, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. W.W. Grainger operates in the Industrials sector.
Does GWW pay dividends?
Yes, W.W. Grainger pays a 0.70% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 26, 2026 close ($9.50 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 24.3%. The most recent ex-dividend date was August 10, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for GWW?
Based on ratings from 15 professional analysts over the last 90 days, the consensus for GWW is Hold. The average 12-month price target is $1351.50, a 0.4% downside from the Oct 26, 2026 close of $1357.60.
What is the market cap of GWW?
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, W.W. Grainger's market capitalization is $64.08B, classifying it as a large-cap company. W.W. Grainger operates in the Industrials sector within the Industrial Distribution industry.