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W.W. Grainger, Inc. reports recurring developments tied to its role as a broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating products and value-added solutions, with operations primarily in North America and Japan. Company news commonly covers sales growth, gross and operating margin trends, cash flow, EPS, guidance, and performance across its High-Touch Solutions and Endless Assortment businesses, including the Zoro and MonotaRO online platforms.
Grainger updates also include capital allocation actions such as dividends and share repurchases, shareholder meeting results, board elections, auditor ratification, executive-compensation votes, customer and supplier events, and governance or ethics-recognition topics related to its industrial distribution model.
Grainger (NYSE: GWW) announced the acquisition of technology, intellectual property and talent assets from Adroit Worldwide Media (AWM), a technology solutions company, for $210 million in cash. The deal targets enhanced inventory management capabilities within Grainger’s High-Touch Solutions – North America segment by adding frictionless technology for industrial B2B distribution.
According to Grainger, the new capability is expected to help customers lower total MRO inventory management costs, improve product availability, and redeploy skilled labor to higher-value work. Integration will begin immediately, with a commercial pilot planned over the next several months. The acquisition is not expected to contribute materially to near-term results. Grainger reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion and serves more than 4.6 million customers worldwide.
Grainger (NYSE:GWW) has opened its new Northwest Distribution Center in Gresham, Oregon, representing a significant investment in the Pacific Northwest and its North American supply chain network. The 550,000-square-foot facility is located about 16 miles from Portland and is designed to provide faster, more efficient access to maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services for businesses, government agencies and institutions across the region.
The center creates approximately 150 new jobs, expanding Grainger’s Oregon presence, where it has operated since 1945 and now employs 240 team members statewide. As part of the opening, Grainger made a community donation to the Boys & Girls Club of Portland Metropolitan Area, underscoring its focus on local partnerships. According to Grainger, the company served more than 4.6 million customers worldwide and generated $17.9 billion in revenue in 2025.
Grainger (NYSE: GWW) reported second quarter 2026 net sales of $5.0 billion, up 10.3% year over year, or 13.7% on a daily, organic constant currency basis. Gross profit was $1.98 billion with a gross margin of 39.5%, up 100 basis points, including a $43 million IEEPA tariff refund benefit.
Operating earnings rose to $807 million, with operating margin of 16.1%, up 120 basis points. Diluted EPS increased 20.5% to $12.01. The effective tax rate rose to 24.8%. Grainger generated $444 million in operating cash flow and $333 million in free cash flow, returning $341 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.
Grainger raised full-year 2026 guidance, now expecting net sales of $19.4–$19.7 billion, sales growth of 8.4%–10.0%, gross margin of 39.3%–39.6%, operating margin of 15.8%–16.2%, and diluted EPS of $45.50–$47.25, all on an adjusted basis.
Grainger (NYSE:GWW) announced that its board of directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $2.49 per share. The dividend will be paid on September 1, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 10, 2026, reflecting the company’s stated focus on long-term shareholder value and disciplined capital allocation.
Grainger (NYSE:GWW)/b) and the American Red Cross are celebrating 25 years of partnership focused on U.S. disaster preparedness and response.Grainger has committed more than $21.6 million in cash and product donations since 2001, including over 170,000 smoke alarms and significant employee volunteer support across multiple national programs.
Grainger (NYSE: GWW) reported Q1 2026 sales of $4.742B, up 10.1% versus Q1 2025 and diluted EPS of $11.65, up 18.2%.
Operating margin rose to 16.7%, cash from operations was $739M, free cash flow was $569M, and the company raised full‑year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $44.25–$46.25.
W.W. Grainger (NYSE: GWW) held its virtual annual meeting on April 29, 2026. Shareholders elected 12 directors to the board and approved two proposals: ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor for fiscal 2026 and an advisory say-on-pay approval for executive compensation.
Chairman and CEO D.G. Macpherson provided a company update including 2025 financial and operational highlights.
W.W. Grainger (NYSE: GWW) announced a 10% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $2.49 per share. The dividend is payable on June 1, 2026 to shareholders of record on May 11, 2026. This marks the 55th consecutive year of planned dividend increases. The company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion.
W.W. Grainger (NYSE: GWW) was named one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2026 by Great Place To Work and Fortune Media. This marks Grainger's fourth recent appearance on the list and highlights its purpose-driven culture and employee trust.
The company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion and serves more than 4.6 million customers.
Grainger (NYSE: GWW) convened more than 10,000 customers, suppliers and industry leaders at the Grainger Show in Orlando on March 15–17, 2026.
The biennial event featured seminars and roundtables on reducing downtime, inventory control and safety, hands-on demonstrations of operational innovations, and announced the Partners in Performance award recipients. Grainger reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion and serves 4.6 million customers.