Rating Change
Barclays reiterated its Underweight rating on W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW) on August 11, 2026.
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Barclays Reiterates Underweight Rating on W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)
Barclays reiterated its Underweight rating on W.W. Grainger, Inc.
At publication ·
What changed
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW) · reiterate
- Firm
- Barclays
- Rating
- Underweight to Underweight
- Price at event
- $1,301.94
- Market capitalization
- $49.1B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Barclays reiterated an Underweight rating on W.W. Grainger (GWW) on August 11, 2026, indicating the analyst believes the stock will underperform.
Market Context
W.W. Grainger, Inc. operates in the Industrials sector. The stock currently trades at $1301.94 with a market capitalization of $49.1B. The stock has gained 36.3% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from Barclays provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for W.W. Grainger, Inc.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for W.W. Grainger, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 1 Buy, 7 Hold, 2 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | Barclays | Underweight | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | DA Davidson | Neutral | N/A |
| Aug 05, 2026 | Oppenheimer | Outperform | N/A |
| Aug 05, 2026 | RBC Capital | Sector Perform | N/A |
| Jul 16, 2026 | RBC Capital | Sector Perform | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View GWW Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Underweight rating mean for GWW?
A rating of Underweight from Barclays reflects the analyst's outlook on W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the GWW forecast page.
