PEG Ratio
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Sector Performance
75th percentileGWW
2.27x
Sector Median
0.94x
Sector Avg
3.03x
Deep Analysis
The PEG ratio (price-to-earnings growth) measures a stock's price relative to its expected earnings growth rate — a lower number suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its growth prospects.
At 2.27x, GWW’s PEG is well above the sector median of 0.98x, placing it in the 76th percentile among peers, meaning only 24% of sector stocks carry a higher PEG. The year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both N/A, and no prior historical values are available, so no trend direction can be inferred. Without trend data, the high level alone indicates that GWW trades at a premium versus sector peers on a growth-adjusted basis, which may raise valuation risk for investors seeking bargains. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the elevated PEG relative to the sector suggests the stock could be overpriced for its growth rate, tilting the risk assessment toward caution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the PEG Ratio tell investors about GWW?
The PEG ratio adjusts P/E for expected growth. A PEG below 1.0 may signal undervaluation; above 2.0 may suggest the growth story is priced in.
How is the PEG Ratio calculated?
PEG Ratio is calculated as: P/E Ratio / EPS Growth Rate.
Who are GWW's closest peers by PEG Ratio?
The closest peers by PEG Ratio include: NUE (0.06x), VLO (0.06x), NKE (0.05x), NCLH (0.05x), MKTX (0.05x).
The Formula
P/E Ratio / EPS Growth Rate
Why It Matters
The PEG ratio adjusts P/E for expected growth. A PEG below 1.0 may signal undervaluation; above 2.0 may suggest the growth story is priced in.
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2.27x
Sector Median
0.94x
Sector Avg
3.03x
How GWW's PEG Ratio compares to sector peers.
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