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W.W. GRAINGER, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 25, 2017)

Filed January 25, 2017For Securities:GWW

Summary

W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) filed an 8-K on January 25, 2017, to report its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2016. The primary purpose of this filing is to provide investors with the company's performance data for the period. The press release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1, contains the detailed financial outcomes, operational highlights, and forward-looking statements that investors would typically analyze to assess the company's current standing and future prospects. Investors should review the press release for specific figures on revenue, profitability, and any guidance provided by management. This 8-K serves as the official channel for disseminating these critical financial updates, allowing for informed investment decisions based on the company's reported performance. The filing indicates that the company is adhering to its reporting obligations by making these results publicly available.

Key Highlights

  • 1W.W. Grainger, Inc. announced its financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2016.
  • 2The results were released via a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 3This filing is an 8-K Current Report, indicating a material event has occurred, specifically the release of quarterly financial results.
  • 4The event date for the release of results was January 24, 2017, with the filing made on January 25, 2017.
  • 5Investors can find detailed financial performance data for the fourth quarter of 2016 within the attached press release.
  • 6The filing ensures timely disclosure of financial information to the market.
  • 7This report allows investors to assess GWW's performance and make informed investment decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide W.W. Grainger's financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2016. The press release containing these results is attached as an exhibit.

The specific financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2016, are detailed in the press release, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

While the 8-K itself is a brief report of an event, the press release (Exhibit 99.1) typically contains management's commentary on performance, outlook, and potentially forward-looking statements or guidance for future periods. Investors should refer to the press release for this information.

When an exhibit is 'furnished' under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K, it is generally considered informational and does not trigger the liability provisions of the Securities Act of 1933 or Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. 'Filed' exhibits are subject to greater regulatory scrutiny and liability.