Cost Management Insights: SG&A Expenses for W.W. Grainger, Inc. and ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.

SG&A Expenses: A Decade of Growth and Strategy

__timestampW.W. Grainger, Inc.ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.
Wednesday, January 1, 20142967125000534537000
Thursday, January 1, 20152931108000591738000
Friday, January 1, 20162995060000705995000
Sunday, January 1, 20173048895000780517000
Monday, January 1, 201831900000001210717000
Tuesday, January 1, 201931350000001546227000
Wednesday, January 1, 202032190000001663712000
Friday, January 1, 202131730000001875869000
Saturday, January 1, 202236340000002077372000
Sunday, January 1, 202339310000002425253000
Monday, January 1, 20244121000000
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Navigating Cost Management: A Tale of Two Companies

In the ever-evolving landscape of global commerce, effective cost management is crucial for maintaining competitive advantage. This analysis delves into the Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses of two industry giants: W.W. Grainger, Inc., a leader in industrial supply, and ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc., a major player in logistics. Over the past decade, W.W. Grainger has seen a steady increase in SG&A expenses, peaking at nearly 4 billion USD in 2023, marking a 32% rise since 2014. Meanwhile, ZTO Express has experienced a more dramatic surge, with expenses growing by over 350% during the same period, reflecting its rapid expansion in the logistics sector. This comparison highlights the diverse strategies and growth trajectories of these companies, offering valuable insights into their operational efficiencies and market positioning.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025