W.W. Grainger, Inc.

(New York Stock Exchange)

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Somewhat Bullish +50

W.W. Grainger stock: USD 2.49 dividend sets November 9 record date

Dividend AI-generated analysis

W.W. Grainger's board of directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of USD 2.49 per share on October 28, 2026. The company established November 9 as the record date and December 1 as the payment date for shareholders of record. This dividend announcement aligns with Grainger's...

Bullish Signals

  • Board approved $2.49 quarterly cash dividend.
  • Stable payout environment confirmed with no policy change.
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Slightly Bearish -10

RBC cuts target for W.W. Grainger stock to USD 1,427.00

Analyst downgrade AI-generated analysis

W.W. Grainger (GWW) saw its stock price target reduced by Royal Bank of Canada from USD 1,428.00 to USD 1,427.00 on October 14, 2026. The brokerage maintained a 'sector perform' rating, noting that while the company has delivered strong operating results, it currently carries a...

Bullish Signals

  • Q2 2026 revenue reached USD 5.02 billion with net income of USD 548.0 million.
  • Diluted EPS hit USD 12.01 while maintaining a robust 12.00 percent net profit margin.
  • Acquired Adroit Worldwide Media assets for USD 210 million in cash.

Bearish Signals

  • RBC cut target to $1,427 citing demanding valuation.
  • Consensus Hold rating implies limited upside.