Selling, General, and Administrative Costs: Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation vs Graco Inc.

SG&A Expenses: A Decade of Growth and Strategy

__timestampGraco Inc.Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation
Wednesday, January 1, 2014303565000324539000
Thursday, January 1, 2015324016000319173000
Friday, January 1, 2016341734000327505000
Sunday, January 1, 2017372496000482852000
Monday, January 1, 2018382988000573644000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019367743000936600000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020355796000877100000
Friday, January 1, 20214229750001005000000
Saturday, January 1, 20224047310001020000000
Sunday, January 1, 20234321560001139000000
Monday, January 1, 20244651330001248000000
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A Tale of Two Companies: SG&A Expenses Over Time

In the competitive landscape of industrial manufacturing, understanding the financial dynamics of key players is crucial. Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation and Graco Inc. have been pivotal in shaping the industry. From 2014 to 2023, these companies have shown distinct trends in their Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses.

Graco Inc. has maintained a steady increase in SG&A costs, growing approximately 53% over the decade. This reflects their strategic investments in marketing and administration to bolster their market presence. In contrast, Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation experienced a more volatile trajectory, with a staggering 250% increase in SG&A expenses by 2023, indicating aggressive expansion and operational scaling.

Interestingly, data for 2024 is incomplete, leaving room for speculation on future trends. As these companies continue to evolve, their financial strategies will undoubtedly influence their competitive edge.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025