Graco Inc. is a leading manufacturer and provider of fluid handling systems and equipment, catering to a diverse range of industries including construction, automotive, and manufacturing. The company specializes in producing high-quality solutions for the transfer, measurement, and application of various fluids, such as coatings, adhesives, and sealants. Graco's innovative products include spray equipment, pumps, and other dispensing systems, designed to enhance efficiency and precision in fluid management. With a commitment to technology and customer satisfaction, Graco serves both industrial and commercial customers worldwide, helping them optimize their operations and improve workflow. Read More
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after geopolitical tensions in the Middle East sent crude oil prices soaring, stoking fears of resurgent inflation.
Graco Inc., a global leader in fluid and powder handling technologies, is helping heavy equipment dealers and owners more accurately track and bill maintenance fluids dispensed in the field with its new Pulse® Mobile™ fluid management system. Introduced this week at the CONEXPO 2026 show in Las Vegas, Pulse Mobile is the industry’s first wirelessly connected and automated fluid-tracking solution for field service.
Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) announced today that it has appointed Sanjiv Gupta as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective April 15, 2026. Gupta will succeed David M. Lowe in the role, who recently informed the company of his intention to retire after a more than thirty-year career with Graco.
A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance.
Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.
GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gabelli Funds, LLC, will host its 36th Annual Pump, Valve, & Water Systems Symposium at Convene 530 Fifth Avenue in New York, NY on Thursday, February 26th, 2026.
The Board of Directors of Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 29.5 cents ($0.295) per common share, payable on May 6, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 13, 2026. The Company has approximately 165.6 million shares outstanding.
Whether you see them or not, industrials businesses play a crucial part in our daily activities. But their prominence also brings high exposure to the ups and downs of economic cycles.
Luckily, the tide is turning in their favor as the industry’s 27% return over the past six months has topped the S&P 500 by 17.9 percentage points.
Graco’s fourth quarter results reflected stable execution, with performance meeting Wall Street’s expectations. Management attributed the 8% year-over-year sales growth to contributions from recent acquisitions, steady organic demand in both the Industrial and Contractor segments, and improved margins from targeted pricing actions. CEO Mark Sheahan highlighted that “improved performance in the home center channel and double-digit growth in the COROB business allowed contractors to achieve organic growth in every region this quarter.” Management also pointed to the successful integration of new businesses and disciplined expense management as major drivers of margin expansion.
Fluid and coating equipment company Graco (NYSE:GGG) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 8.1% year on year to $593.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.77 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.
GREENWICH, Conn., Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gabelli Funds, LLC, will host its 36th Annual Pump, Valve, & Water Systems Symposium at Convene 530 Fifth Avenue in New York, NY on Thursday, February 26th, 2026.
Fluid and coating equipment company Graco (NYSE:GGG) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 8.1% year on year to $593.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.77 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.
The stocks in this article are all trading near their 52-week highs.
This strength often reflects positive developments such as new product launches, favorable industry trends, or improved financial performance.
A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner.
Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.
Since July 2025, Graco has been in a holding pattern, posting a small loss of 4.7% while floating around $83.52. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 10.1% gain during that period.
Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) announced today that it will release its Fourth Quarter 2025 earnings after the New York Stock Exchange closes on Monday, January 26, 2026. A full-text copy of the earnings announcement will be available on the company’s website at investors.graco.com. Graco management will hold a conference call, including slides via webcast, with analysts and institutional investors to discuss the results at 11 a.m. EST / 10 a.m. CST on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.
Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. They are also bound to benefit from a friendlier regulatory environment with the Trump administration,
and this excitement has led to a six-month gain of 17% for the sector - higher than the S&P 500’s 12.7% return.
As the year 2025 draws to a close, a significant shift is underway in the financial markets, challenging the long-standing dominance of mega-cap technology stocks. Investors, increasingly seeking diversification and value, are turning their attention to smaller U.S. companies and a range of non-tech sectors that are now demonstrating
