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Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 36.96 is 45% above its 5-year average of 25.56, near the high end of its 5-year range (19.14–36.96).

As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 27.97% above its 12-month average of 28.88.

PE Ratio (36.96) = Close Price ($1374.78) / Diluted TTM EPS ($37.20)

GWW PE Ratio

GWW PE Ratio Chart

36.96
+41.01% 1Y
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GWW PE Ratio

GWW Current vs Average PE Ratio Chart

GWW PE Ratio Metrics

PE RATIO

36.96

PE RATIO AVG TTM

28.88

PE RATIO AVG 3Y

26.56

PE RATIO AVG 5Y

25.54

PE RATIO AVG 10Y

24.74

PE RATIO AVG 15Y

23.51

PE RATIO AVG 20Y

21.83

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+27.97%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+39.18%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+44.69%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+49.42%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+57.20%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+69.32%

GWW Competitors' PE Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPPE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)$64.91B36.9628.8826.5625.54
PACCAR Inc (PCAR)vs ›$61.59B24.9021.2615.2415.29
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs ›$68.24B25.6022.0124.1922.69
Carrier Global Corporation (CARR)vs ›$61.51B48.0922.6325.0421.34
Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vs ›$68.40B36.0642.4745.2641.93
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)vs ›$60.52B13.459.268.3339.04
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs ›$69.88B56.3944.4634.2628.47
TransDigm Group Incorporated (TDG)vs ›$74.27B41.2842.7946.9453.16
AMETEK, Inc. (AME)vs ›$55.23B36.4032.5530.8030.64
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs ›$75.86B24.4824.1423.8724.47

P/E vs. its own history

At 37.0, P/E is richer than usual, sitting higher than 100% of its 20-year history.

20-year low

10.0

median

21.0

20-year high

37.0

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P/E Comparison

Trailing P/E

37.0

Forward P/E

30.1

Forward P/E Calculation

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Forward P/E is calculated using analyst consensus EPS estimates for the current or next fiscal year.

Calculation:

Current Price

$1374.78

÷

Forward EPS (Est.)

$45.61

=

Forward P/E

30.14

Source: FMP Analyst Consensus Estimates. Forward EPS represents the average analyst estimate for the nearest fiscal year.

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The P/E ratio for GWW stock is 36.96.
Is W.W. Grainger, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?
The P/E ratio of 36.96 is 45% above its 5-year average of 25.56, near the high end of its 5-year range (19.14–36.96).
What is the TTM average P/E ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The TTM average P/E ratio for GWW stock is 28.88.
What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 3Y average P/E ratio for GWW stock is 26.56.
What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 5Y average P/E ratio for GWW stock is 25.54.
What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 10Y average P/E ratio for GWW stock is 24.74.
What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 15Y average P/E ratio for GWW stock is 23.51.
What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 20Y average P/E ratio for GWW stock is 21.83.

GWW PE Ratio History

DATEPE RATIO
2026-06-2536.96
2026-06-2436.09
2026-06-2335.50
2026-06-2236.06
2026-06-1836.70
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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
Industrials / Industrial - Distribution
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Industrial - Distribution
CEO
Donald G. Macpherson