Barclays upgrades W.W. Grainger(NYSE:GWW) stock rating after evaluating valuation reports of rising profits and robust returns on capital. Notably, investors who put their money in the company five years ago enjoyed a 269% increase. The company's shares were acquired by several well-established institutions such as US Bancorp DE, Callan Family Office LLC, Blair William & Co. IL, Columbus Macro LLC and the Czech National Bank, reflecting strong institutional support. Despite this, a note of caution is observed as insiders sold $3.0m of shares, suggesting some hesitancy. Grainger's Q4 earnings may have lagged estimates, but the revenues beat forecasts. These mixed results, along with gross margin pressure, led JPMorgan to lower their price target to $1035. Despite a recent slump, Grainger's shares gain $34 on improved earnings & raised outlook, painting an inspiring picture of its stability and dividend value.
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