WW Grainger Inc (GWW)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
GWW
WW Grainger Inc
$1,233.71
-0.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.25B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$18.76
-4.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WW Grainger Inc generates 169% more annual revenue ($18.38B vs $6.84B). GWW leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs -4.1%. GWW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.99. GWW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
GWW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
QXO
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-76.4%
Fair Value
$681.66
Current Price
$1233.71
$552.05 premium
Margin of Safety
-17.0%
Fair Value
$23.12
Current Price
$18.76
$4.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 14725.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.4x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GWW
The strongest argument for GWW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 14725.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GWW
The primary concerns for GWW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GWW profiles as a value stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.37 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 14725.0% — sustainability is the question.
GWW generates stronger free cash flow (269M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GWW scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100) and 10.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
WW Grainger Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is an American Fortune 500 industrial supply company founded in 1927 in Chicago by William W. (Bill) Grainger.
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INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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