The series is stated in the current share scale after splits; dividends are not included in the price
Graco makes pumps and sprayers for paint, adhesive and lubricant — equipment that moves viscous material.
A professional painter buys a sprayer once every few years and chooses on reliability: a breakdown on site costs a crew a day's earnings. The brand matters more than price here, and the dealer network and parts availability lock the choice in for a long time.
The industrial half is dispensing adhesive and sealant on a production line, where the equipment is built into the line and replacing it requires a shutdown. Both halves yield recurring income from parts and service. Risks: the construction and industrial cycles, component costs and distributor inventories. The dividend has been raised for many consecutive years.
Based on the last 12 months of reports, through 30 June 2026
The sector median covers every company in the sector on the US market, loss-making ones included.