W.W. Grainger [GWW] vs Fastenal [FAST] Detailed Comparison

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Based on 13 vital metrics comparison: W.W. Grainger wins in 5 metrics, Fastenal wins in 8 metrics, with 0 ties. Fastenal appears stronger overall.

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Vital Metrics Comparison

Metric W.W. Grainger Fastenal Better
P/E Ratio (TTM) 27.33 40.65 W.W. Grainger
Price-to-Book Ratio 14.70 12.64 Fastenal
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 69.64 13.44 Fastenal
PEG Ratio 25.27 18.56 Fastenal
EV/EBITDA 18.63 27.74 W.W. Grainger
Profit Margin 11.08% 15.13% Fastenal
Operating Margin 15.61% 20.10% Fastenal
EBITDA Margin 15.61% 20.10% Fastenal
Return on Equity 54.16% 32.35% W.W. Grainger
Return on Assets 19.60% 20.12% Fastenal
Free Cash Flow $1.57B $946.80M W.W. Grainger
Dividend Yield 0.77% 4.06% Fastenal
1-Year Return 17.36% -33.12% W.W. Grainger
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W.W. Grainger vs Fastenal Price History Comparison

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