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Is the EV/Sales ratio high or low?

The EV/Sales ratio of 3.66x is 39% above its 5-year average of 2.63x, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.83x–3.66x).

As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 21.68% above its 12-month average of 3.01x.

EV/EBITDA|P/S Ratio|Revenue|All Metrics
GWW EV/Sales Ratio

GWW EV/Sales Ratio Chart

3.66x
+22.41% 1Y
GWW EV/Sales Ratio

GWW Average EV/Sales Ratio Chart

GWW EV/Sales Ratio

GWW Current vs Average EV/Sales Ratio Chart

GWW EV/Sales Ratio Metrics

EV/SALES RATIO

3.66x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG TTM

3.01x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 3Y

2.94x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 5Y

2.63x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 10Y

2.14x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 15Y

1.92x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 20Y

1.71x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+21.68%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+24.37%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+39.21%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+71.27%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+90.82%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+113.73%

GWW Competitors' EV/Sales Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPEV/SALES RATIOTTM3Y5Y
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)$64.91B3.66x3.01x2.94x2.63x
PACCAR Inc (PCAR)vs ›$64.04B2.70x2.18x1.91x1.79x
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs ›$68.24B6.91x6.69x5.99x6.14x
Carrier Global Corporation (CARR)vs ›$61.51B3.37x2.89x2.95x2.69x
Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vs ›$68.40B6.55x7.67x7.77x7.07x
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)vs ›$60.52B1.06x0.92x0.90x1.18x
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs ›$69.88B6.73x4.56x2.80x2.15x
TransDigm Group Incorporated (TDG)vs ›$74.27B11.06x11.57x11.85x11.29x
AMETEK, Inc. (AME)vs ›$55.23B7.51x6.87x6.41x6.22x
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs ›$75.86B5.21x5.26x5.18x5.14x

Understanding EV/Sales

Enterprise Value (EV) = Market Cap + Total Debt - Cash

Sales = Total Revenue (TTM)

EV/Sales is commonly used because:

  • It works for unprofitable companies where P/E doesn't apply
  • Revenue is harder to manipulate than earnings
  • It supports comparisons across companies at different profitability stages
  • It is frequently used for software and other revenue-growth-focused companies

Note: EV/Sales does not include margin, debt maturity, cash conversion, or growth durability by itself.

EV/Sales Ratio Formula & Definition

EV/Sales = Enterprise Value / Revenue (TTM)

Enterprise value to sales compares total company value to revenue, useful across capital structures and for unprofitable companies.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

EV/Sales Ratio FAQ

What is the EV/Sales ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The EV/Sales ratio for GWW stock is 3.66x.
Is W.W. Grainger, Inc.'s EV/Sales ratio high or low?
The EV/Sales ratio of 3.66x is 39% above its 5-year average of 2.63x, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.83x–3.66x).
What is the TTM average EV/Sales ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The TTM average EV/Sales ratio for GWW stock is 3.01x.
What is the 3Y average EV/Sales ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 3Y average EV/Sales ratio for GWW stock is 2.94x.
What is the 5Y average EV/Sales ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 5Y average EV/Sales ratio for GWW stock is 2.63x.
What is the 10Y average EV/Sales ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 10Y average EV/Sales ratio for GWW stock is 2.14x.
What is the 15Y average EV/Sales ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 15Y average EV/Sales ratio for GWW stock is 1.92x.
What is the 20Y average EV/Sales ratio for W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)?
The 20Y average EV/Sales ratio for GWW stock is 1.71x.

GWW EV/Sales Ratio History

DATEEV/SALES RATIO
2026-06-253.66x
2026-06-243.58x
2026-06-233.52x
2026-06-223.57x
2026-06-183.64x
2026-06-173.50x
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2026-05-183.38x
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2026-05-133.34x
2026-05-123.31x
2026-05-113.28x
2026-05-083.30x
2026-05-073.30x
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2026-05-053.15x
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2026-04-303.22x
2026-04-293.18x
2026-04-283.22x
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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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