Graco Stock Price, News & Analysis

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) reported a strong first quarter for 2023 with net sales of $529.6 million, marking a 7% increase from the prior year. This growth was driven primarily by the Process segment, which experienced double-digit growth, while both the Americas and EMEA regions showed positive sales performance. However, sales in the Asia Pacific region declined by 6%. The company's operating earnings increased by 22% to $156.7 million, with net earnings rising 28% to $129.2 million. The diluted earnings per share (EPS) reached $0.75, up 29% from $0.58 a year earlier. Despite a positive outlook with guidance for low single-digit growth, Graco cautioned about macroeconomic uncertainties affecting future demand.

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) has appointed Ronita Banerjee as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective May 24, 2023. She succeeds David Ahlers, who is retiring after 14 years. Banerjee previously held HR leadership roles at Westinghouse Electric Company, where she was Chief Human Resources Officer, and at Honeywell as a Global HR Vice President. Her experience is expected to enhance Graco’s HR initiatives, especially within manufacturing sectors. Banerjee holds a Master of Arts in Human Resources from the University of Minnesota and an MBA from Symbiosis Center for Management in India. This leadership change aims to bring fresh insights to Graco, continuing its legacy of success in fluid handling technology.

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) will release its First Quarter 2023 earnings on April 26, 2023, after the market closes. A conference call will follow on April 27, 2023, at 11 a.m. ET to discuss earnings with analysts and investors. A live webcast of the conference will be available on the company’s website for real-time listening. Interested participants should register 15 minutes ahead of the call. Graco, headquartered in Minneapolis, specializes in technologies for fluid management across industrial and commercial sectors.

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) has appointed Kathryn L. Schoenrock as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, effective May 1, 2023. Christopher D. Knutson has also been named Executive Vice President, Corporate Controller. Schoenrock has over ten years of experience at Graco, previously serving as Executive Vice President, Corporate Controller and Information Systems. Knutson joined Graco in 2008 and has held various key roles. Graco's leadership is optimistic about their contributions to drive growth and enhance global strategies.

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) has launched the Ultra® QuickShot™, the first electric powered airless gun, which enhances efficiency for painting contractors. This innovative tool offers trigger speeds over 80X faster than traditional airless guns, promoting a smoother finish and reducing user fatigue due to its compact and lightweight design. With features including on-demand pressure control and portability through a battery-operated setup, it simplifies small job applications. This introduction highlights Graco's commitment to delivering advanced technology, aiming to elevate industry standards and contractor productivity.

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) has launched the innovative GCI™ Series injector platform, establishing new standards in automatic lubrication systems. This groundbreaking cartridge injector is designed for construction and mining maintenance, promising up to twice the lifespan of existing injectors and significantly reducing replacement time from minutes to seconds. The GCI platform features an enhanced output capacity, superior accuracy, and a compact design, optimizing uptime and labor savings. By minimizing service downtime and maintenance frequency, the GCI system aims to boost productivity and profitability in fluid management.