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W.W. Grainger, Inc.

GWW

Industrial

1w

Tariff-Related Inventory Valuation Headwinds and Price/Cos Impact

The company highlighted tariff-related LIFO inventory valuation headwinds impacting gross margins, with an estimated 80 basis points of the 50 basis points gross margin decline for the year attributable to LIFO.
Management emphasized that these impacts are mostly transitory and expect gross margins to recover over time as they work back toward their price-cost neutrality target.
The September pricing cycle will include further increases on products directly imported by Grainger, expected to add 2% to 2.5% net annualized price inflation, contributing to a total of approximately 1% price increase for 2025.

Genuine Parts Company

GPC

Industrial

3w

Impact of US Tariffs and Trade Uncertainty on Business Operations

Management highlighted ongoing internal activity to manage tariffs, including a global cross-functional command center meeting multiple times a week.
A proprietary digital tariff calculator was showcased to help customers understand their exposure and solutions.
Tariffs did not significantly impact results through Q2 but are expected to influence the back half of 2025.
Management emphasized the fluidity of the tariff environment, with potential for further impacts depending on changes in scope and magnitude.
Focus on leveraging global relationships and transparency to support customers during tariff uncertainties.

GGG

Industrial

3w

Targeted Price Increases to Offset Tariff Pressures

Graco announced targeted, low single-digit price increases starting in September, focused on geographies most impacted by tariffs.
Price hikes are a response to $4 million tariff-related costs and higher input costs due to lower factory volume and unfavorable product mix.
Management emphasized that these increases are strategic and aimed at offsetting tariff impacts without causing market disruption.

Caterpillar Inc.

CAT

Industrial

1w

Impact of Incremental Tariffs on Profitability and Margins

The net impact of tariffs was around the top end of the estimated range for the quarter, approximately $250 million to $350 million.
Tariffs impacted all three primary segments, with about 55% of the impact in Construction Industries, 20% in Resource Industries, and 25% in Energy & Transportation.
The company expects the net impact from tariffs for 2025 to be around $1.3 billion to $1.5 billion, net of mitigating actions.
Management emphasized the fluidity of trade negotiations and the uncertainty surrounding future tariff impacts, with plans to implement long-term mitigation strategies once clarity is achieved.
The company is considering all options, including sourcing adjustments and pricing strategies, to mitigate tariff impacts over the medium to long term.

The Timken Company

TKR

Industrial

2w

Impact of Trade Uncertainty on 2025 Outlook and Margin Management

Timken has reduced the high end of its 2025 earnings guidance due to cautious outlook on the second half, primarily driven by trade uncertainty.
The volatile tariff environment has led to incremental costs, but the company is actively passing these costs into the market through repricing, with some lag.
Timken estimates a full-year net negative impact from tariffs of approximately $10 million, an improvement from previous estimates of $25 million, with full mitigation expected by 2026.

KAI

Industrial

2w

Impact of Global Trade Policies and Tariffs on Business Operations

Trade policy uncertainty and evolving tariffs, especially on steel imports and Chinese tariffs, significantly impact project timing and costs.
Tariffs on steel increased from 25% to 50% in June, affecting costs and supplier negotiations.
China tariffs reduced from 145% to 30% in May, offering some mitigation opportunities.
Market uncertainty caused customers to delay capital equipment orders, affecting revenue recognition and cost planning.
Management emphasizes ongoing efforts to mitigate tariff impacts through supplier negotiations, cost sharing, and manufacturing adjustments.

Griffon Corporation

GFF

Industrial

1w

Impact of Tariffs and Consumer Weakness on CPP Demand

The CPP segment experienced a 16% revenue decline in Q3, primarily due to reduced consumer demand across all regions except Australia.
Tariffs disrupted historical customer ordering patterns, leading to inventory and demand challenges.
Management indicated ongoing weak consumer demand and tariff impacts are delaying a potential rebound, with no specific timeline for recovery.
Retail POS (point of sale) data showed continued reduction, especially in the Northeast, influenced by weather and economic concerns.
The company has implemented some price increases to mitigate tariff impacts but remains cautious about detailed pricing strategies.
Long-term, management expects the CPP business margins to recover to around 15%, contingent on consumer demand returning to normal levels.

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.

ULH

Industrial

2w

Impact of Tariffs on Intermodal and Automotive Production in 2Q 2025

Tariffs caused a volume falloff in the Intermodal division, especially from discount retailers sourcing from China, with effects lasting through June.
Automotive production was minimally impacted, with automakers making strategic sourcing decisions.
Management expects some cyclical uplift in 3Q, with pent-up demand from retailers potentially boosting volumes.
Uncertainty remains on future tariff impacts and import trends for the rest of the year.