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SELL

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-1.21%

$1141.07

0% positive prob.

5-Day Prediction

-2.56%

$1125.39

0% positive prob.

20-Day Prediction

-1.44%

$1138.36

0% positive prob.

Price at prediction: $1155.00 Confidence: 100.0% Model AUC: 1.0000 Quarter: Q4 2025

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2025
Q4

Q4 2025 Earnings

8-K SELL

Feb 3, 2026 · 100% conf.

AI Prediction SELL

1D

-1.21%

$1141.07

Act: +3.46%

5D

-2.56%

$1125.39

Act: +2.86%

20D

-1.44%

$1138.36

Act: -0.64%

Price: $1155.00 Prob +5D: 0% AUC: 1.000
0000277135-26-000004

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 3, 2026

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-568436-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 3, 2026, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: February 3, 2026

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2025
Q3

Q3 2025 Earnings

8-K

Oct 31, 2025

0000277135-25-000145

gww-202510310000277135false00002771352025-10-312025-10-31

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 31, 2025

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 31, 2025, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: October 31, 2025

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2025
Q2

Q2 2025 Earnings

8-K

Aug 1, 2025

0000277135-25-000126

gww-202508010000277135false00002771352025-08-012025-08-01

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 1, 2025

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 1, 2025, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: August 1, 2025

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2025
Q1

Q1 2025 Earnings

8-K

May 1, 2025

0000277135-25-000065

gww-202505010000277135false00002771352025-05-012025-05-01

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 1, 2025

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On May 1, 2025, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: May 1, 2025

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2024
Q4

Q4 2024 Earnings

8-K

Jan 31, 2025

0000277135-25-000004

gww-202501310000277135false00002771352025-01-312025-01-31

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 31, 2025

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-568436-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 31, 2025, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: January 31, 2025

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2024
Q3

Q3 2024 Earnings

8-K

Oct 31, 2024

0000277135-24-000169

gww-202410310000277135false00002771352024-10-312024-10-31

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 31, 2024

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 31, 2024, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: October 31, 2024

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2024
Q2

Q2 2024 Earnings

8-K

Aug 1, 2024

0000277135-24-000131

gww-202408010000277135false00002771352024-08-012024-08-01

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 1, 2024

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 1, 2024, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2024.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: August 1, 2024

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2024
Q1

Q1 2024 Earnings

8-K

Apr 25, 2024

0000277135-24-000057

gww-202404250000277135false00002771352024-04-252024-04-25

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 25, 2024

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 25, 2024, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: April 25, 2024

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2023
Q4

Q4 2023 Earnings

8-K

Feb 2, 2024

0000277135-24-000003

gww-202402020000277135false00002771352024-02-022024-02-02

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 2, 2024

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-568436-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 2, 2024, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: February 2, 2024

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2023
Q3

Q3 2023 Earnings

8-K

Oct 26, 2023

0000277135-23-000093

gww-202310260000277135false00002771352023-10-262023-10-26

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 26, 2023

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 26, 2023, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: October 26, 2023

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2023
Q2

Q2 2023 Earnings

8-K

Jul 27, 2023

0000277135-23-000051

gww-202307270000277135false00002771352023-07-272023-07-27

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2023

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 27, 2023, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: July 27, 2023

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2023
Q1

Q1 2023 Earnings

8-K

Apr 27, 2023

0000277135-23-000019

gww-202304270000277135false00002771352023-04-272023-04-27

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2023

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 27, 2023, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: April 27, 2023

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2022
Q4

Q4 2022 Earnings

8-K

Feb 2, 2023

0000277135-23-000007

gww-202302020000277135false00002771352023-02-022023-02-02

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 2, 2023

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 2, 2023, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2022. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2022 104Cover Page Interactive Data File. The cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document (contained in Exhibit 101).

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: February 2, 2023

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2022
Q3

Q3 2022 Earnings

8-K

Oct 28, 2022

0000277135-22-000040

gww-202210280000277135false00002771352022-10-282022-10-28

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 28, 2022

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 28, 2022, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022. 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: October 28, 2022

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2022
Q2

Q2 2022 Earnings

8-K

Jul 29, 2022

0000277135-22-000021

gww-202207290000277135false00002771352022-07-292022-07-29

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 29, 2022

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (847) 535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 29, 2022, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: July 29, 2022

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2022
Q1

Q1 2022 Earnings

8-K

Apr 28, 2022

0000277135-22-000015

gww-202204280000277135false00002771352022-04-282022-04-28

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2022

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,Lake Forest,Illinois 60045-5201 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(Registrant’s telephone number including area code):(847)  535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 28, 2022, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022. 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: April 28, 2022

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2021
Q4

Q4 2021 Earnings

8-K

Feb 3, 2022

0000277135-22-000003

gww-202202030000277135false00002771352022-02-032022-02-03

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 3, 2022

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,60045-5201 Lake Forest,Illinois(Zip Code) (Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code:(847)535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 3, 2022, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2021. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2021 104Cover Page Interactive Data File. The cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document (contained in Exhibit 101).

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: February 3, 2022

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2021
Q3

Q3 2021 Earnings

8-K

Oct 29, 2021

0000277135-21-000022

gww-202110290000277135false00002771352021-10-292021-10-29

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 29, 2021

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,Lake Forest,Illinois 60045-5201 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(Registrant’s telephone number including area code):(847)  535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 29, 2021, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021. 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: October 29, 2021

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2021
Q2

Q2 2021 Earnings

8-K

Jul 30, 2021

0000277135-21-000016

gww-202107300000277135false00002771352021-07-302021-07-30

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 30, 2021

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois1-5684 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission file number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,Lake Forest,Illinois 60045-5201 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(Registrant’s telephone number including area code):(847)  535-1000

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 30, 2021, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021. 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: July 30, 2021

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2021
Q1

Q1 2021 Earnings

8-K

Apr 30, 2021

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 30, 2021

Commission file number 1-5684

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Illinois 36-1150280 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Grainger Parkway,Lake Forest,Illinois 60045-5201 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) (847)  535-1000 (Registrant’s telephone number including area code)

Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common StockGWWNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02.   Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 30, 2021, W.W. Grainger, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. A copy is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Item 9.01.   Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description of Exhibit

99.1 Press release announcing financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. 104Cover Page Interactive Data File. The cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document (contained in Exhibit 101).

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: April 30, 2021

W.W. GRAINGER, INC.

By:/s/ Deidra C. Merriwether Name:Deidra C. Merriwether Title:Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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