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Based on Graco Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Graco Inc. do?

Graco designs and manufactures equipment used to move, measure, control, dispense, and spray fluid and powder materials. Its products serve construction, manufacturing, chemical processing, petroleum, and food industries. The company sells through three segments — Industrial, Process, and Contractor — and generates recurring revenue from parts and accessories alongside new equipment sales.

Does GGG pay dividends?

Yes, Graco pays a regular dividend. The company has a history of consistent and growing dividend payments, supported by its reliable cash generation. GGG is generally considered a dividend-growth name within the industrials sector, appealing to investors who value both income and capital discipline.

When does GGG report earnings?

Graco reports financial results on a quarterly basis, as is standard for US-listed large-cap companies. For the exact date of the next earnings release, check Graco's investor relations page directly, as dates can shift and our data source does not cover forward-looking calendar events.

Is GGG a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates GGG as Good overall, with particularly Strong marks in Quality and Risk. The Moat, Growth, and Valuation pillars are all Neutral, meaning the stock does not appear deeply discounted but also carries a well-managed financial profile. Whether it fits your portfolio depends on your own investment criteria — the full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is GGG overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for GGG is rated Neutral, suggesting the market has priced in the company's quality characteristics without offering an obvious discount. Graco's consistent profitability and dividend history tend to attract a premium valuation relative to more cyclical industrials. View the complete valuation analysis by signing up for UQS Pro.

How does GGG compare to its competitors?

Graco competes with IDEX Corporation, Pentair, and Regal Rexnord in the broader fluid handling and industrial equipment space. Graco's focus on precision dispensing and spray systems gives it a more specialized product mix than some larger diversified rivals. UQS Pro members can view side-by-side pillar comparisons across these peers.

What is GGG's market cap bracket?

Graco is classified as a large-cap company, placing it among the more established and widely followed names in the industrials sector. Large-cap status generally implies greater liquidity and analyst coverage compared to mid- or small-cap peers.

Who founded Graco Inc.?

Graco's founding history is publicly documented and widely available through the company's official communications and historical records. The company was established in 1980 and has grown over decades into a global leader in fluid handling equipment. For detailed founding history, Graco's investor relations and corporate history pages are the best source.

Is GGG a long-term quality stock?

As a long-term quality indicator, GGG scores well on the pillars that tend to matter most over time — Quality and Risk — both rated Strong. These attributes suggest a business with durable financial characteristics. Growth and Moat are Neutral, which investors should weigh when considering long-term compounding potential. The full analysis is available to Pro members.

What is the main competitive advantage of Graco?

Graco's competitive position rests on its specialized engineering expertise in precision fluid and powder handling, a broad installed base that drives aftermarket parts revenue, and strong brand recognition in niche industrial applications. These characteristics create switching costs and recurring demand, though the UQS Moat pillar currently rates this advantage as Neutral relative to sector peers.

What sector does GGG belong to?

Graco is classified in the Industrials sector, specifically within the machinery and fluid handling equipment space. Industrials companies like Graco tend to be sensitive to capital spending cycles in construction and manufacturing, though Graco's aftermarket revenue provides some buffer against pure cyclicality.

Graco Inc. shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.

Graco Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

Graco Inc. maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.

Graco Inc. appears expensively valued relative to its fundamentals and growth prospects.

Graco Inc. possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for GGG.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Graco Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Graco Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Graco Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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