GWW - NYSE
W.W. Grainger, Inc.
$1.28K
+1.3%W.W. Grainger, Inc. distributes maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products and services in the United States, Japan, Canada, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, High-Touch Solutions N.A. and Endless Assortment. It offers safety and security supplies, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance supplies, and metalworking and hand tools. It also offers inventory management and technical support services. The company serves businesses, corporations, government entities, and other institutions through sales and service representatives, and electronic and ecommerce channels. W.W. Grainger, Inc. was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotW.W. Grainger, Inc. Management Team
Mr. Donald G. Macpherson
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Compensation
$3,063,743
Ms. Deidra Cheeks Merriwether
Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President
Compensation
$1,522,809
Mr. Masaya Suzuki
Managing Director of Endless Assortment Business
Mr. Jonny LeRoy
Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
Compensation
$1,152,721
Ms. Melanie J. Tinto
Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer
Ms. Nancy L. Berardinelli-Krantz
Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Officer
Compensation
$1,224,039
Ms. Paige K. Robbins
Senior Vice President & President of Grainger Business Unit
Compensation
$1,522,809
Mr. Barry Greenhouse
Senior Vice President of Merchandising & Supplier Management
Mr. Kyle Bland
Vice President of Investor Relations
Ms. Laurie R. Thomson
Vice President, Controller & Principal Accounting Officer
W.W. Grainger, Inc. Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $2.57M worth of GWW shares, with no buying activity reported.
3 Months
0
0.00
360
424.97K
-425K
-$425K
3-6 Months
0
0.00
195
199.67K
-200K
-$200K
6-9 Months
0
0.00
2.0K
1.95M
-1.9M
-$1.95M
9-12 Months
0
0.00
0
0.00
+0
+$0
Top Buyers
No buying activity
Top Sellers
Macpherson Donald G
Director, Officer: Chairman And Ceo
$1.85M
Thomson Laurie R
Officer: Vp, Controller
$295K
Berardinelli Krantz Nancy L
Officer: Sr. Vp & Clo
$200K
Merriwether Deidra C
Officer: Sr. Vp & Cfo
$130K
Leroy Jonny M
Officer: Svp, Chief Technology Officer
$99K
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Strong bearish signal with $2.57M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.
Insider Participation
5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.
Insider Activity Insight
Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.
SEC Filings
GWW - Filing history and reports
| Filing Type | Filing Date | Period Ending | Fiscal Year | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2026 N/A | March 10, 2026 | April 29, 2026 | 2026 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2025 N/A | March 07, 2025 | April 30, 2025 | 2025 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2024 N/A | March 14, 2024 | April 24, 2024 | 2024 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A N/A | March 16, 2023 | March 16, 2023 | ||
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2022 N/A | March 17, 2022 | April 27, 2022 | 2022 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2021 N/A | March 18, 2021 | April 28, 2021 | 2021 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2020 N/A | March 19, 2020 | April 29, 2020 | 2020 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2019 N/A | March 14, 2019 | April 24, 2019 | 2019 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2018 N/A | March 15, 2018 | April 25, 2018 | 2018 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2017 N/A | March 16, 2017 | April 26, 2017 | 2017 |
Research Paths
Snapshot
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Value Model
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Statements
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Earnings Call
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Dividends
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Analyst Expectations
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