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Earnings Per Share (EPS): 37.20

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Is the earnings per share (EPS) high or low?

The earnings per share (EPS) of 37.20 is 28% above its 5-year average of 29.11, near the high end of its 5-year range (12.99–39.04).

As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 0.15% below its 12-month average of 37.25.

P/E Ratio|EPS CAGR|Net Income|Earnings Yield|All Metrics
EPS

GWW Earnings Per Share (EPS)

11.73

Reported quarterly EPS; no daily interpolation.

+172.79% 5Y

GWW Quarterly EPS Growth (YoY)

EPS growth vs the same quarter one year earlier, last 20 quarters.

GWW Earnings Per Share (EPS)

GWW Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

GWW Earnings Per Share (EPS)

GWW Current vs Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

GWW Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

37.20

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM

37.25

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y

35.39

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y

29.11

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y

21.44

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y

17.79

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y

9.91

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-0.15%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+5.12%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+27.81%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+73.54%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+109.05%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+275.53%

GWW Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)

NAMEMARKET CAPEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)TTM3Y5Y
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)$64.91B37.2037.2535.3929.11
PACCAR Inc (PCAR)vs ›$61.59B4.706.226.755.51
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs ›$68.24B11.8712.1611.5711.05
Carrier Global Corporation (CARR)vs ›$61.51B1.543.993.453.00
Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vs ›$68.40B4.744.173.653.22
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)vs ›$60.52B6.856.555.600.56
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs ›$69.88B34.6621.7914.8611.25
TransDigm Group Incorporated (TDG)vs ›$74.27B32.0428.8523.2818.63
AMETEK, Inc. (AME)vs ›$55.23B6.626.195.785.20
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs ›$75.86B10.7711.1310.469.51

EPS Comparison

Trailing EPS (TTM)

$37.20

Forward EPS (Est.)

$45.61

P/E Ratio

37.0

Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding

Why EPS matters:

  • Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
  • Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
  • Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
  • Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation

Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition

EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ

What is the earnings per share (EPS) for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The earnings per share (EPS) for GWW stock is 37.20.
Is W.W. Grainger, Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
The earnings per share (EPS) of 37.20 is 28% above its 5-year average of 29.11, near the high end of its 5-year range (12.99–39.04).
What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for GWW stock is 37.25.
What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for GWW stock is 35.39.
What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for GWW stock is 29.11.
What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for GWW stock is 21.44.
What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for GWW stock is 17.79.
What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for GWW stock is 9.91.

GWW Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

DATEEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
2025-12-3135.47
2024-12-3139.04
2023-12-3136.65
2022-12-3130.39
2021-12-3120.10
2020-12-3112.99
2019-12-3115.52
2018-12-3113.93
2017-12-3110.07
2016-12-319.94
2015-12-3111.69
2014-12-3111.59
2013-12-3111.31
2012-12-319.71
2011-12-319.26
2010-12-317.05
2009-12-315.70
2008-12-316.21
2007-12-315.10
2006-12-314.36
2005-12-313.87
2004-12-313.18
2003-12-312.50
2002-12-312.30
2001-12-311.87
2000-12-312.07
1999-12-311.95
1998-12-312.48
1997-12-312.31
1996-12-312.04

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About W.W. Grainger, Inc.

W.W. Grainger, Inc. stands as a significant global supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies and related services. Its market presence spans several international regions, including the United States, Japan, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The company structures its operations into two principal divisions: High-Touch Solutions N.A. and Endless Assortment. Grainger's extensive product offerings cover essential categories such as safety and security provisions, equipment for material handling and storage, plumbing and pump components, cleaning and facility upkeep items, and both metalworking and general hand tools. Furthermore, it delivers vital support functions, including inventory management and expert technical assistance. The firm serves a wide array of organizational customers, from private businesses and large corporations to government bodies and other institutions, reaching them through both dedicated sales and service teams and its robust digital and e-commerce platforms. Established in 1927, W.W. Grainger, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois.

Lake Forest, IL
23,500 employees
www.grainger.com
Industrials / Industrial - Distribution
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Industrial - Distribution
CEO
Donald G. Macpherson
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