W.W. Grainger Profit Margin

W.W. Grainger (GWW) currently reports a profit margin of 9.4% as of June 2026. That compares with 10.99% in the prior-year period — down 14.5% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 10.11%. Use the charts on this page to explore W.W. Grainger's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

W.W. Grainger's profit margin decreased from 10.99% to 9.4% — a 14.5% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

W.W. Grainger's profit margin of 9.4% is lower than the Industrials sector average of 10.11%. That is roughly 6.9% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but W.W. Grainger's current 9.4% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 10.11%) and against GWW's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 9.4%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 10.11%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for W.W. Grainger, and consider following GWW for alerts when major investors trade the stock.