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W.W. Grainger Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
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- Grainger Q1 Earnings Call Highlights Market Beat Mon, May 11, 2026 at 1:08 AM GMT+7 7 min read GWW GPC W.W.
- Grainger posted a strong first quarter, with sales up 10.1% and adjusted for currency and timing up 12.2%, while diluted EPS rose 18.2% to $11.65.
- Both business segments grew: High-Touch Solutions saw sales rise 10.5% and margin improve, while Endless Assortment posted a 19.6% sales increase and a notable operating margin gain.
W.W. Grainger Q1 Earnings Call Highlights Market Beat Mon, May 11, 2026 at 1:08 AM GMT+7 7 min read GWW GPC W.W. Grainger logo Key Points Interested in W.W. Grainger, Inc.? Here are five stocks we like better.
W.W. Grainger posted a strong first quarter, with sales up 10.1% and adjusted for currency and timing up 12.2%, while diluted EPS rose 18.2% to $11.65. Management said improved MRO demand, pricing, and execution drove the outperformance.
Both business segments grew: High-Touch Solutions saw sales rise 10.5% and margin improve, while Endless Assortment posted a 19.6% sales increase and a notable operating margin gain. Management pointed to broad-based demand across manufacturing, government and contractor customers.
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