W.W. Grainger Inc.
GWW | NYSE
$1,359.17
-$12.69 (-0.93%)
At close: Oct 30, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
$1,381.38
+$22.21 (+1.63%)
Pre-market:
Nov 2, 2026, 6:49 AM ET
Company Profile
W.W. Grainger, Inc. stands as a significant global supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies and related services. Its market presence spans several international regions, including the United States, Japan, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The company structures its operations into two principal divisions: High-Touch Solutions N.A. and Endless Assortment. Grainger's extensive product offerings cover essential categories such as safety and security provisions, equipment for material handling and storage, plumbing and pump components, cleaning and facility upkeep items, and both metalworking and general hand tools. Furthermore, it delivers vital support functions, including inventory management and expert technical assistance. The firm serves a wide array of organizational customers, from private businesses and large corporations to government bodies and other institutions, reaching them through both dedicated sales and service teams and its robust digital and e-commerce platforms. Established in 1927, W.W. Grainger, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Key Executives
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Donald G. Macpherson | Chairman & Chief Executive Officer |
| Deidra Cheeks Merriwether | Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President |
| Jonny LeRoy | Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer |
| Nancy L. Berardinelli-Krantz | Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Officer |
| Barry Greenhouse | Senior Vice President of Brand, Online Experience & Assortment |
| Brian Charles Walker | Senior Vice President of Sales & Onsite Services |
| Brian Walker | Senior Vice President of Sales & Onsite Services |
| Kyle Bland | Vice President of Investor Relations |
| Laurie R. Thomson | Interim CFO, VP, Controller & Principal Accounting Officer |
| Masaya Suzuki | Managing Director of Endless Assortment Business |
| Melanie J. Tinto | Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer |
| Paige K. Robbins | Senior Vice President & President of Grainger Business Unit |
W.W. Grainger Inc.
| Country | United States |
| IPO Date | Feb 21, 1973 |
| Industry | Industrial - Distribution |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Employees | 23,550 |
| CEO | Donald G. Macpherson |
Contact Details
100 Grainger Parkway Lake Forest,
Illinois 60045-5201 United States
Stock Details
| Ticker Symbol | GWW |
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Fiscal Year | January - December |
| Reporting Currency | USD |
| CIK Code | 0000277135 |
| CUSIP Number | 384802104 |
| ISIN Number | US3848021040 |
| SIC Code | 5000 |
Recent News
- 3 days ago / zacks.comSeeking Clues to W.W. Grainger (GWW) Q3 Earnings?
- 5 days ago / zacks.comW.W. Grainger (GWW) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
- 5 days ago / prnewswire.comGRAINGER DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND
- 13 days ago / zacks.comWhy W.W. Grainger (GWW) is Poised to Beat Earnings Estimates Again
- 25 days ago / 247wallst.comLock In Growing Quarterly Dividends With These 3 Industrial Suppliers Customers Refuse to Leave
- 1 month ago / zacks.comAre Industrial Products Stocks Lagging W.W. Grainger (GWW) This Year?
- 1 month ago / prnewswire.comGRAINGER'S FIFTH ANNUAL BUCKET BUILD HELPS COMMUNITIES PREPARE FOR DISASTER RECOVERY
- 2 months ago / zacks.comWhy Is W.W. Grainger (GWW) Down 0% Since Last Earnings Report?
- 2 months ago / zacks.comAll You Need to Know About W.W. Grainger (GWW) Rating Upgrade to Buy
- 2 months ago / prnewswire.comGRAINGER ACQUIRES TECHNOLOGY ASSETS FROM ADROIT WORLDWIDE MEDIA
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