W.W. Grainger Proved Me Wrong. I Wish I Bought It Sooner

W.W. Grainger (GWW) is rated a buy, offering steady long-term dividend growth and capital appreciation potential despite a premium valuation. GWW's proactive tariff mitigation, strategic focus on North America and Japan, and divestiture of Cromwell have stabilized margins and improved operational focus. Adjusted diluted EPS rose 1.3% to $39.48 in FY2025, with a 4.5% Q4 sales increase and continued robust dividend growth outpacing inflation.