W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)

Sector: Industrials|Industry: Industrial Distribution|Market Cap: $53.15B|Employees: 26K


W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, primarily operating in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. They utilize a combination of high-touch solutions and endless assortment business models to serve over 4.5 million customers worldwide. Grainger's competitive advantages include its supply chain infrastructure and broad in-stock product offering.

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Financial Performance

Net sales reached $4,312 million, up from $4,182 million in the same period last year. This growth indicates a positive trend in revenue generation for the company.

Operating earnings were $649 million, down from $661 million in the same period last year. This decrease suggests potential challenges in cost management or pricing strategies.

Diluted earnings per share were $9.51, up from $9.28 in the same period last year. This increase indicates improved profitability on a per-share basis.

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