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W.W. Grainger Overview

Company: W.W. Grainger
CEO: Donald G. Macpherson
Founded: 1927
Symbol: GWW
Exchange: NYSE
Industry: Industrial - Distribution
Sector: Industrials
About

W.W. Grainger 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 was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.

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W.W. Grainger (GWW)

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Revenue

W.W. Grainger annual revenue was $17.17 B in 2024.

Net Income

W.W. Grainger annual net income was $1.91 B in 2024.

Employees

W.W. Grainger annual employee count was 26,000 in 2024.

Revenue by Segment

W.W. Grainger’s revenue by segment: Endless Assortment: $3.13 B, and High-Touch Solutions (N.A.): $13.72 B in 2024.

Revenue by Region

W.W. Grainger’s revenue by region: CANADA: $661.00 M, JAPAN: $1.89 B, Other Foreign Countries: $667.00 M, and UNITED STATES: $13.95 B in 2024.

Executive Salary

D.G. Macpherson Chairman of the Board & Chief Executive Officer,...

Revenue per Employee

W.W. Grainger revenue per employee was $660.31 K in 2024.

Profit per Employee

W.W. Grainger profit per employee was $73.42 K in 2024.

Income Statement

Operating Income

W.W. Grainger annual operating income was $2.64 B in 2024.

Research & Development

W.W. Grainger annual research & development expense was - in 2024.

Tax Rate (%)

W.W. Grainger annual Tax Rate was 23.00% in 2024.

Assets & Liabilities | Cash Flow

Total Assets

W.W. Grainger annual total assets was $8.83 B in 2024.

Total Liabilities

W.W. Grainger annual total liabilities was $5.13 B in 2024.

Capital Expenditure

W.W. Grainger annual capital expenditures was -$541.00 M in 2024.

Ratios

Return on Equity (ROE)

W.W. Grainger annual return on equity(ROE) was 56.85% in 2024.

Return on Assets (ROA)

W.W. Grainger annual return on assets(ROA) was 21.62% in 2024.

Debt to Equity

W.W. Grainger annual debt to equity was 94.79% in 2024.

Profitability

Gross Profit Margin (%)

W.W. Grainger annual gross profit margin was 39.36% in 2024.

Operating Income Margin (%)

W.W. Grainger annual operating income margin was 15.36% in 2024.

Net Income Margin (%)

W.W. Grainger annual net income margin was 11.12% in 2024.

Earning Per Share

W.W. Grainger annual earning per share was $39.04 in 2024.

EBITDA

W.W. Grainger annual EBITDA was $2.90 B in 2024.

Free Cash Flow (FCF)

W.W. Grainger annual free cash flow(FCF) was $1.57 B in 2024.

Valuation

Enterprise value

W.W. Grainger annual enterprise value was $53.69 B in 2024.

Enterprise value to Revenue

W.W. Grainger annual enterprise value to revenue was 3.13 in 2024.

Enterprise value to EBITDA

W.W. Grainger annual enterprise value to EBITDA was 18.53 in 2024.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was W.W. Grainger founded?

W.W. Grainger was founded on 1927, which makes the company 98 years old.

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Who is the CEO of W.W. Grainger?

Donald G. Macpherson is the CEO of W.W. Grainger.

What industry and sector is W.W. Grainger in?

W.W. Grainger operates in the Industrial - Distribution industry and the Industrials sector.

What are W.W. Grainger's CIK, SIC, and ISIN codes?

  • CIK (Central Index Key): 0000277135
  • SIC (Standard Industrial Classification): 5000
  • ISIN (International Securities Identification Number): US3848021040

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How many employees does W.W. Grainger have?

W.W. Grainger has 26,000 employees.

What is the revenue of W.W. Grainger?

In fiscal year 2024, W.W. Grainger generated a revenue of $17.17 Billion.

What is the net income of W.W. Grainger?

In fiscal year 2024, W.W. Grainger reported a net income of $1.91 Billion.

What is W.W. Grainger's biggest product segment?

High-Touch Solutions (N.A.) is W.W. Grainger's biggest product segment, representing 81.41% of its total revenue.

When was W.W. Grainger listed on the stock exchange?

W.W. Grainger went public on Feb 21, 1973, through its Initial Public Offering (IPO), and it has been 52 years since then.

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What is the ticker symbol of W.W. Grainger, and where is it listed?

W.W. Grainger's ticker symbol is GWW, and the company is listed on the NYSE stock market exchange.

What is W.W. Grainger's current stock price?

W.W. Grainger's current stock price is $998.81 as of Aug 20, 2025.

What is W.W. Grainger's market capitalization?

As of , W.W. Grainger's market cap is .

What is W.W. Grainger's ranking in the world?

Ranked #65among 6,032 companies based on market cap.

Who are the top competitors of W.W. Grainger?

Competitors of W.W. Grainger include Fastenal Company, and more.

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