GWW monthly performance report
Explore GWW's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
GWW monthly report
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Key takeaways
- W. W. Grainger (GWW) closed September 2026 at $1,266.61, down 3.27% for the month and +26.00% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, GWW is +25.52%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +6.82% versus its 200-day moving average ($1,185.71), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, GWW has outperformed the S&P 500 by +10.86%, with a relative strength index reading of 106.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
W. W. Grainger ended September 2026 at $1,266.61, posting a monthly return of −3.27%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −2.58%.
The current quarter stands at −6.89% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +6.82% versus the 200-day moving average ($1,185.71).
Year-to-date, GWW is +25.52% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +13.83%. The stock is currently −10.78% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −24.80%.
| Period | GWW | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.32% | −0.12% | +0.44% |
| 1 Week | −1.05% | −0.34% | −0.71% |
| 1 Month | −3.27% | −0.70% | −2.58% |
| 3 Months | −4.02% | +2.80% | −6.82% |
| 6 Months | +17.94% | +13.85% | +4.09% |
| YTD | +25.52% | +11.70% | +13.83% |
| 12 Months | +26.00% | +15.01% | +10.99% |
| 3 Years | +82.56% | +71.69% | +10.86% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | +10.22% |
| #2 | Feb 2024 | +8.69% |
| #3 | Nov 2024 | +8.66% |
| #4 | Jul 2024 | +8.26% |
| #5 | Jan 2024 | +8.08% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −12.55% |
| #2 | Apr 2024 | −9.43% |
| #3 | Jul 2023 | −6.35% |
| #4 | Sep 2025 | −5.97% |
| #5 | Aug 2026 | −5.26% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +5.31% |
| Q3 2025 | −8.39% |
| Q4 2025 | +5.89% |
| Q1 2026 | +8.10% |
| Q2 2026 | +24.71% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −6.89% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +48.98% |
| 2024 | +27.19% |
| 2025 | −4.27% |
| 2026 | +25.52% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $1,419.68 (2026-07-17) |
| 52-Week Low | $906.52 (2025-11-19) |
| Current Price | $1,266.61 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $1,185.71 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +6.82% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −24.80% (2025-11-18) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −10.78% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 106.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +10.86% |
| RS Peak | 130.4 (Nov 2024) |
| RS Trough | 88.1 (Nov 2025) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was GWW's return for this report period?
GWW returned −3.27% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has GWW outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD GWW: +25.52% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is GWW's 12-month return?
+26.00% over the trailing 12 months.
Is GWW above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +6.82% versus 200DMA ($1,185.71).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−24.80% on 2025-11-18.