WW Grainger Inc (GWW) - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
Based on the latest financial reports, WW Grainger Inc (GWW) has a cash flow conversion efficiency ratio of 0.095x as of December 2025. Cash flow conversion efficiency measures how effectively a company's net assets (equity) generate operating cash flow. It is calculated by dividing operating cash flow ($395.00 Million) by net assets ($4.14 Billion). A higher ratio indicates that the company is more efficient at using its equity to generate cash flow from its core operations. See net asset quality index of WW Grainger Inc to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
WW Grainger Inc - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency Trend (1989–2025)
This chart illustrates how WW Grainger Inc's cash flow conversion efficiency has evolved over time, based on yearly financial data. Check GWW operating cash flow to net income to evaluate the quality of earnings relative to operating cash generation.
WW Grainger Inc Competitors by Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
The table below lists competitors of WW Grainger Inc ranked by their cash flow conversion efficiency.
| Company | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency |
|---|---|
|
Cenovus Energy Inc
TO:CVE
|
0.067x |
|
Larsen & Toubro Limited
IL:LTOD
|
N/A |
|
Eoptolink Technology Inc Ltd
SHE:300502
|
0.180x |
|
Realty Income Corporation
NYSE:O
|
0.021x |
|
Aon PLC
F:4VK
|
0.043x |
|
PING AN INSURANC.H ADR/2
F:PZXB
|
N/A |
|
HONGK.EXCH.+CLEA.UNSP.ADR
F:HK2
|
N/A |
|
Deutsche Post AG
XETRA:DHL
|
0.112x |
Annual Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency for WW Grainger Inc (1989–2025)
The table below shows the annual cash flow conversion efficiency of WW Grainger Inc from 1989 to 2025. For the full company profile with market capitalisation and key ratios, see WW Grainger Inc stock valuation.
| Year | Net Assets | Operating Cash Flow | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $4.14 Billion | $2.02 Billion | 0.487x | -14.64% |
| 2024-12-31 | $3.70 Billion | $2.11 Billion | 0.570x | -3.42% |
| 2023-12-31 | $3.44 Billion | $2.03 Billion | 0.590x | +21.10% |
| 2022-12-31 | $2.73 Billion | $1.33 Billion | 0.487x | +12.35% |
| 2021-12-31 | $2.16 Billion | $937.00 Million | 0.434x | -19.15% |
| 2020-12-31 | $2.09 Billion | $1.12 Billion | 0.537x | +6.07% |
| 2019-12-31 | $2.06 Billion | $1.04 Billion | 0.506x | +0.16% |
| 2018-12-31 | $2.09 Billion | $1.06 Billion | 0.505x | -12.64% |
| 2017-12-31 | $1.83 Billion | $1.06 Billion | 0.578x | +9.84% |
| 2016-12-31 | $1.91 Billion | $1.00 Billion | 0.526x | +22.39% |
| 2015-12-31 | $2.35 Billion | $1.01 Billion | 0.430x | +47.13% |
| 2014-12-31 | $3.28 Billion | $959.81 Million | 0.292x | -1.44% |
| 2013-12-31 | $3.33 Billion | $986.50 Million | 0.297x | +13.26% |
| 2012-12-31 | $3.12 Billion | $816.20 Million | 0.262x | -1.44% |
| 2011-12-31 | $2.72 Billion | $723.69 Million | 0.266x | +1.89% |
| 2010-12-31 | $2.29 Billion | $596.45 Million | 0.261x | -20.72% |
| 2009-12-31 | $2.23 Billion | $732.40 Million | 0.329x | +26.08% |
| 2008-12-31 | $2.03 Billion | $530.48 Million | 0.261x | +16.72% |
| 2007-12-31 | $2.10 Billion | $468.88 Million | 0.223x | +11.42% |
| 2006-12-31 | $2.18 Billion | $436.75 Million | 0.201x | +6.14% |
| 2005-12-31 | $2.29 Billion | $432.54 Million | 0.189x | -3.86% |
| 2004-12-31 | $2.07 Billion | $406.49 Million | 0.197x | -7.97% |
| 2003-12-31 | $1.85 Billion | $394.11 Million | 0.214x | +17.38% |
| 2002-12-31 | $1.67 Billion | $303.47 Million | 0.182x | -42.88% |
| 2001-12-31 | $1.60 Billion | $510.79 Million | 0.319x | +76.35% |
| 2000-12-31 | $1.54 Billion | $277.76 Million | 0.181x | +800.55% |
| 1999-12-31 | $1.48 Billion | $29.70 Million | 0.020x | -92.33% |
| 1998-12-31 | $1.28 Billion | $334.60 Million | 0.262x | -20.49% |
| 1997-12-31 | $1.29 Billion | $426.10 Million | 0.329x | +77.37% |
| 1996-12-31 | $1.46 Billion | $271.40 Million | 0.186x | +73.22% |
| 1995-12-31 | $1.18 Billion | $126.30 Million | 0.107x | -42.20% |
| 1994-12-31 | $1.03 Billion | $191.40 Million | 0.185x | +7.42% |
| 1993-12-31 | $941.90 Million | $162.50 Million | 0.173x | -18.20% |
| 1992-12-31 | $931.20 Million | $196.40 Million | 0.211x | +20.50% |
| 1991-12-31 | $860.40 Million | $150.60 Million | 0.175x | -21.92% |
| 1990-12-31 | $815.40 Million | $182.80 Million | 0.224x | +249.76% |
| 1989-12-31 | $731.70 Million | $46.90 Million | 0.064x | -- |
About WW Grainger Inc
W.W. Grainger, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, distributes maintenance, repair, and operating products and services primarily in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. It operates through two segments, High-Touch Solutions North America and Endless Assortment. The company provides safety, security, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and ma… Read more