W.W. Grainger (GWW) Reports 2025 Sales of $17.9B, Adjusted EPS of $39.48

W.W. Grainger Inc. (NYSE:GWW) is one of the stocks that should double in 3 years. On February 3, Grainger announced earnings for the full year 2025, reporting total sales of $17.9 billion, which was a 4.5% increase year-over-year. On an adjusted basis, the company achieved a diluted EPS of $39.48, representing a 1.3% increase, despite a challenging macroeconomic environment and the strategic exit from the UK market. The company generated $2.0 billion in operating cash flow for the year and returned $1.5 billion to shareholders through a combination of dividends and share repurchases.

The High-Touch Solutions N.A. segment saw a 2.2% sales increase in Q4, while the Endless Assortment segment grew by 14.3%, fueled by strong performances from MonotaRO and Zoro. However, total company operating margins faced pressure, ending the year at 13.9% on a reported basis and 15% on an adjusted basis. These declines were attributed to tariff-related inflation, unfavorable price/cost timing, and increased operating expenses, including unforeseen healthcare costs and the costs associated with closing UK operations.

For 2026, W.W. Grainger Inc. (NYSE:GWW) issued an optimistic outlook with net sales projected between $18.7 billion and $19.1 billion. The company expects daily, organic constant currency sales growth of 6.5% to 9% and an improved adjusted operating margin ranging from 15.4% to 15.9%. Additionally, Grainger anticipates diluted EPS to rise to between $42.25 and $44.75, supported by continued strategic execution and planned share buybacks of ~$1 billion.

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W.W. Grainger Inc. (NYSE:GWW), together with its subsidiaries, distributes maintenance, repair, and operating products and services primarily in North America, Japan, and the UK. The company operates through two segments: High-Touch Solutions North America and Endless Assortment.

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