WW Grainger Inc (GWW)vsSiteOne Landscape Supply Inc (SITE)
GWW
WW Grainger Inc
$1,075.87
+0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $50.97B
SITE
SiteOne Landscape Supply Inc
$136.30
-2.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WW Grainger Inc generates 281% more annual revenue ($17.94B vs $4.70B). GWW leads profitability with a 9.5% profit margin vs 3.2%. 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-
SITE
Hold49
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
Margin of Safety
-3.5%
Fair Value
$157.72
Current Price
$136.30
$21.42 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 35.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.7x book value
4.5% revenue growth
3.2% revenue growth
3.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GWW
The strongest argument for GWW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SITE
The strongest argument for SITE centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GWW
The primary concerns for GWW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SITE
The primary concerns for SITE are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
GWW is growing revenue faster at 4.5% — sustainability is the question.
GWW generates stronger free cash flow (269M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GWW scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100). 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
SiteOne Landscape Supply, Inc. is engaged in the wholesale distribution of garden supplies in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Roswell, Georgia.
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