W.W. Grainger Inc
GWW: XNYS (USA)
Morningstar Rating for Stocks | Fair Value | Economic Moat | Capital Allocation |
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$423.00 | Cjdmjd | Vtfmcwns |
Grainger’s Strong Fourth-Quarter Performance Leads to Strong Guidance for 2023
Grainger posted strong fourth-quarter results to close out the year. Net sales in the quarter increased 13% year on year to $3.8 billion. The company’s high-touch solutions business continues to stand out. In the quarter, the segment grew by 17%, thanks to strong price realization. Gross margins in the segment were up approximately 225 basis points to 41.8%, largely due to improved product mix and lower freight costs. While supply headwinds are still presenting a challenge, Grainger managed to keep price/cost relatively neutral in the fourth quarter.