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WW Grainger (NYSE: GWW) is a leading global distributor of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies, serving commercial and industrial enterprises through integrated digital platforms and branch networks. This dedicated news hub provides stakeholders with direct access to official company announcements and market-moving developments.
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W.W. Grainger (NYSE: GWW) reported robust first-quarter results for 2023, showcasing $4.1 billion in sales, a 12.2% increase from the previous year. Adjusted diluted EPS rose 36.0% to $9.61, supported by strong operational efficiency reflected in a 39.9% gross profit margin. Operating earnings surged 27.4% to $680 million. The company generated $454 million in cash flow and returned $229 million to shareholders via dividends and buybacks. Grainger has raised its full-year guidance for 2023, projecting sales growth between 7% and 11% and increased EPS expectations between $34.25 to $36.75.
On April 26, 2023, W.W. Grainger held its annual shareholder meeting in Lake Forest, Illinois. During the meeting, Chairman and CEO D.G. Macpherson presented operational and financial highlights from 2022, along with updates on the company’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. Shareholders elected 11 directors and ratified Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditor for 2023. They also approved an advisory say-on-pay resolution for executive compensation, indicating a preference for annual votes. Grainger recorded $15.2 billion in sales in 2022 and serves over 4.5 million customers worldwide through its High-Touch Solutions and Endless Assortment segments.