W.W. GRAINGER, INC. — Form 8-K
Filed August 4, 2026 · analyzed by the 8-K Agent
8-K
▲ Likely positive
significance 56/100
What the filing says
W.W. Grainger reported Q2 2026 net sales of $5.021 billion (up 10.3% reported, 13.7% organic constant-currency), diluted EPS of $12.01 (up 20.5%), and operating margin of 16.1% (up 120 bps). The company raised full-year 2026 diluted adjusted EPS guidance from $44.25–$46.25 to $45.50–$47.25, and full-year sales growth guidance from 6.7%–9.1% to 8.4%–10.0%, citing strong first-half performance and continued demand momentum.
Why this rating
Strong beat and raised guidance. Q2 EPS growth of 20.5% and margin expansion material for execution. FY EPS raise of ~$1.25 midpoint (~2.7%) moderate relative to $41.1B market cap. Routine earnings beat rather than transformational.
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