GWW 📈 WW Grainger - Overview

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US3848021040

GWW: Safety, Security, Equipment, Tools, Pumps, Plumbing, Cleaning

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading distributor of maintenance, repair, and operating products and services, with a significant presence in North America, Japan, the United Kingdom, and other international markets. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: High-Touch Solutions N.A. and Endless Assortment, each catering to distinct customer needs and preferences. Through these segments, Grainger provides a wide range of products, including safety and security equipment, material handling and storage solutions, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance supplies, and metalworking and hand tools.

The company's product portfolio is complemented by a range of technical support and inventory management services, designed to help customers optimize their operations and reduce costs. Grainger's customer base is diverse, encompassing small and medium-sized businesses, large corporations, government entities, and institutions, as well as industries such as commercial, healthcare, and manufacturing. To effectively serve these customers, the company employs a multi-channel approach, leveraging sales and service representatives, electronic channels, and ecommerce platforms to provide convenient and efficient access to its products and services.

With a history dating back to 1927, W.W. Grainger, Inc. has established itself as a trusted and reliable partner for businesses and organizations seeking to maintain and improve their operations. Headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, the company has developed a strong online presence, with its website (https://www.grainger.com) serving as a key destination for customers to browse and purchase products, as well as access technical support and other resources. As a publicly traded company (NYSE:GWW), Grainger is committed to delivering value to its shareholders, while also maintaining its focus on customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The company's common stock is listed under the ISIN code US3848021040, and it is classified within the Trading Companies & Distributors sub-industry, according to the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS).

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GWW Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 55,646m
Sector Industrials
Industry Industrial Distribution
GiC Sub-Industry Trading Companies & Distributors
IPO / Inception 1984-12-17

GWW Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 95.5%
Fundamental 72.8%
Dividend 57.5%
Rel. Strength Industry 64.7
Analysts 3.1/5
Fair Price Momentum 1259.75 USD
Fair Price DCF 997.14 USD

GWW Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 0.73%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.53%
Annual Growth 5y 5.15%
Payout Consistency 100.0%

GWW Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 66.4%
Growth Correlation 12m 73%
Growth Correlation 5y 98.5%
CAGR 5y 28.04%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y 4.52
Sharpe Ratio 12m 1.23
Alpha 6.20
Beta 1.04
Volatility 29.43%
Current Volume 732.6k
Average Volume 20d 266.1k
What is the price of GWW stocks?
As of December 22, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 1092.96 with a total of 732,565 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -4.35%, over one month by -7.25%, over three months by +6.07% and over the past year by +35.01%.
Is WW Grainger a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, WW Grainger (NYSE:GWW) is currently (December 2024) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 72.78 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of GWW as of December 2024 is 1259.75. This means that GWW is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +15.26% (Margin of Safety).
Is GWW a buy, sell or hold?
WW Grainger has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.10. Therefor, it is recommend to hold GWW.
  • Strong Buy: 2
  • Buy: 1
  • Hold: 16
  • Sell: 1
  • Strong Sell: 1
What are the forecast for GWW stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, GWW WW Grainger will be worth about 1398 in December 2025. The stock is currently trading at 1092.96. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +27.9%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 1082.1 -1%
Analysts Target Price 778.1 -28.8%
ValueRay Target Price 1398 27.9%