WW Grainger Inc (GWW)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
GWW
WW Grainger Inc
$1,075.87
+0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $50.97B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$20.46
+1.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WW Grainger Inc generates 162% more annual revenue ($17.94B vs $6.84B). GWW leads profitability with a 9.5% profit margin vs -4.1%. GWW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.81. GWW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
GWW
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
QXO
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-399.9%
Fair Value
$240.52
Current Price
$1075.87
$835.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QXO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 147.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.7x book value
4.5% revenue growth
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.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 147.3% 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 2.42 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 147.3% — sustainability is the question.
GWW generates stronger free cash flow (269M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GWW scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Visit Website →QXO, Inc.
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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