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Illinois-based W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) is a major industrial distributor operating across North America, Japan, and the UK, supporting over 4.5 million customers with a wide range of products. In 2024, the company generated $17.2 billion in revenue through its dual business model, powered by technology and strong customer ties.
With a market cap of approximately $51.5 billion, GWW stock has gained 12.3% over the past year, slightly outperforming the broader S&P 500 Index’s ($SPX) 10.2% gain during the same stretch. On a YTD basis, the stock is up 1.7%, while the broader index has dropped 1.3%.