RBC Capital Cuts Graco (GGG) Price Target to $95

RBC Capital has reaffirmed its Outperform rating for Graco Inc. with a price target of $95.00, a 16.12% upside from the current price.

By EarningsIQ Research Desk · Published Oct 16, 2026, 2:29 PM EDT

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RBC Capital cut its price target on Graco Inc. ($GGG) to $95 from $96 on October 14, 2026, and rates the stock "Outperform".

Since the rating, $GGG is up 1.9% to date (from the $80.48 close on Oct 14, 2026).

GGG Graco Inc.

$81.99 +0.28% year to date

Daily close · Oct 16, 2026

Key Points

RBC Capital reiterated its Outperform rating on Graco Inc. with a price target of $95.00 on October 14, 2026.
RBC Capital's $95 price target implies 16.12% upside from Graco Inc.'s ($GGG) current $81.81 share price.
The stock is currently trading around $81.81, which is about 13.9% below the analyst's target.
Graco Inc. has a trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $2.27 billion and a net margin of 23.5%.

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RBC Capital has reiterated its Outperform rating on Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) with a price target of $95.00 on October 14, 2026. This follows a previous target of $96.00, which means the firm has slightly lowered its expectations. The recent share price of Graco is around $81.81, indicating it's trading about 13.9% below the new target.

Analyst rating track record

RBC Capital vs. the S&P 500

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All-time return -1.26% S&P 500 +0.30%

vs. S&P 500 -1.56% behind the index

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Other Institutional Activity in Graco Inc.

Several institutional investors have shown interest in Graco Inc. Blackrock Inc. holds 18,469,389 shares worth about $1.51 billion after increasing its stake by 75,415 shares. State Street Corporation has 8,139,970 shares valued at approximately $667.4 million, having added 144,714 shares. Meanwhile, Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC holds 8,046,164 shares worth around $659.7 million, increasing its position by 82,819 shares. Vanguard Capital Management LLC added 84,169 shares, bringing its total to 7,467,406 shares worth about $612.3 million. Lastly, Geode Capital Management, LLC grew its holdings by 234,329 shares, ending with 5,095,935 shares valued at about $417.8 million.

Graco Inc. Stock Up 7.3%

Graco shares are currently trading at $81.81, which is significantly lower than the $95.00 price target set by RBC Capital. The stock's performance matters as it is positioned below the analyst's expectations, which could influence investor sentiment. This price is also near the lower end of its recent trading range, making it a point of interest for potential investors.

12-month forecast

$GGG price target

Graco Inc. daily closes and this analyst's $95 target. Not advice.

Recent Earnings

Graco reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $2.27 billion and an earnings per share (EPS) of $3.18. The company has shown a year-over-year revenue growth of 3.3% and a net margin of 23.5%. The next earnings report is scheduled for October 21, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at Graco Inc.

Insider activity at Graco has included some notable transactions. Timothy R. White, an officer, sold 1,469 shares at an average price of $90.70 on February 4, 2026, totaling about $133,233. Angela F. Wordell, the Chief Operating Officer, sold 2,832 shares on February 6, 2026, for a total of approximately $263,993. In contrast, Andrea Helen Simon, a director, bought 1,240 shares on April 27, 2026, at $80.53, totaling about $99,857. Eric P. Etchart, another director, sold 3,218 shares on August 3, 2026, for around $257,487.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On October 14, 2026, RBC Capital maintained its Outperform rating on Graco with a revised price target of $95.00, down from $96.00. The consensus among analysts currently suggests a cautious approach, with various firms offering a range of opinions on the stock's future performance.

About Graco Inc.

Graco Inc. is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and specializes in designing and manufacturing systems and equipment used to manage fluid and powder materials. The company operates across several markets, providing essential products in the industrial sector. Its diverse customer base and range of applications make it a significant player in the specialty industrial machinery industry.

Bottom Line

Looking ahead, investors will be watching Graco's upcoming earnings report on October 21, 2026, for further insights into its performance. Additionally, the gap between the current stock price and RBC Capital's target could indicate market sentiment and future price adjustments.