What if you invested $1000 in GWW on Jan 1, 2020?
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Historical Annual Returns
Over the past 20 years, W.W. Grainger Inc. has delivered an average annual return of 17.6%. The stock peaked in 2023 with a massive +50.6% gain, while investors faced a downturn in 2015 (-19.0%). Overall, the stock finished in the green 16 times out of 20 years.
Avg Return
+17.6%
Win Rate
80%
16W - 4L
Best
+50.6%
2023
Worst
-19.0%
2015
Performance Consistency
About W.W. Grainger Inc.
Visit Website ↗W.W. Grainger Inc. is a leading broad-line distributor of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products and services. The company serves a diverse customer base, including businesses and institutions across various industries, providing a wide range of products such as safety supplies, power tools, hand tools, material handling equipment, and janitorial supplies. Grainger aims to help customers keep their operations running smoothly by providing a vast selection of products, fast delivery, and expert support.
Key Business Segments
High-Touch Solutions N.A.
Serves larger and more complex customers in North America through dedicated sales representatives, technical support, and customized solutions.
Endless Assortment
Catches a broader range of customer needs with a vast online product offering and digital capabilities.
Other Businesses
Includes various smaller businesses and corporate functions.
Key Innovations
- ✓Pioneered the concept of broad-line MRO distribution, providing a 'one-stop shop' for industrial and commercial customers.
- ✓Invests heavily in digital platforms and supply chain optimization to enhance customer experience, streamline ordering, and ensure timely delivery of essential products.
Historical Milestones
W.W. Grainger Inc. is founded by William W. Grainger, initially supplying electric motors to businesses.
Publishes its first comprehensive catalog, which becomes an industry staple for MRO product sourcing.
Goes public on the New York Stock Exchange.
Launches its e-commerce website, grainger.com, embracing digital sales channels.