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Grainger

Industrial MRO distributor

grainger.com

Headquarters: Lake Forest, United States
Founded year: 1927
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 20,000+
Industry: Industrial Machinery & Equipment

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Latest news about Grainger

In short: Grainger reported strong Q2 2026 earnings with a 10.3% sales rise, raised its annual outlook, and acquired AWM assets for $210 million.

Company announcements

August 25 Grainger

Grainger opens new distribution center in Oregon

The 550,000-square-foot facility in Gresham creates approximately 150 jobs, strengthens the North American supply chain, and supports the local community.

August 4 Grainger

Grainger reports second quarter 2026 results with sales up 10.3%

Diluted EPS reached $12.01, up 20.5%, and the company raised its full-year 2026 outlook. Operating margin improved 120 basis points to 16.1%.

May 7 Grainger

Grainger reports Q1 2026 results

Sales reach $4.7 billion, up 10.1%; EPS hits $11.65, up 18.2%. Increases full-year guidance.

April 29 Grainger

Grainger increases quarterly dividend by 10%

The board approved $2.49 per share, payable June 1, 2026 to shareholders of record on May 11, 2026. This marks the 55th consecutive year of increases.

Media coverage

Today Barron's

W.W. Grainger Targets 20% Gain Amid US Manufacturing Recovery

Industrial distributor benefits from sector expansion and digital transformation.

September 9 Yahoo

Solar panels at Grainger catch fire in southern Jefferson County

The solar panels on the roof of a southern Jefferson County business caught fire Wednesday. Okolona...

August 26 MarketWatch

W.W. Grainger Acquires Assets From Adroit Worldwide Media for $210M

W.W. Grainger acquired technology, intellectual property and talent assets from Adroit Worldwide Media for $210 million in cash. The company said Wednesday it expects the...

August 24 Ticker Report

Morgan Stanley Boosts W.W. Grainger (NYSE:GWW) Price Target to $1,400.00 - Ticker Report

W.W. Grainger (NYSE:GWW – Get Free Report) had its price target lifted by equities research analysts at Morgan Stanley from $1,300.00 to $1,400.00 in a...

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