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W.W. GRAINGER, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 16, 2013)

Filed April 16, 2013For Securities:GWW

Summary

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) filed an 8-K on April 16, 2013, to announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013. The filing primarily serves as a notification that a press release containing these results has been issued and is attached as an exhibit. Investors should refer to Exhibit 99.1 for the detailed financial performance and operational updates for the period. This report does not contain new substantive disclosures beyond what is presented in the accompanying press release.

Key Highlights

  • 1GWW filed an 8-K on April 16, 2013, related to its first quarter 2013 financial results.
  • 2The press release announcing these results is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3The filing pertains to the financial period ending March 31, 2013.
  • 4No new material information is presented directly in the 8-K beyond the press release.
  • 5Investors need to review Exhibit 99.1 for specific financial and operational details.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and furnish the press release containing W.W. Grainger's financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013.

The detailed financial results and operational information for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013, are located in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, this 8-K filing primarily serves to make the press release publicly available. Investors should consult Exhibit 99.1 for the comprehensive financial and operational details.

These financial results cover the first quarter of 2013, ending on March 31, 2013.