WESCO International, Inc. (WCC)

WESCO's stock price increased significantly over the past month, three months, and twelve months. In Q2 2025, the company reported accelerating sales momentum and raised its full-year organic sales growth outlook. In Q3 2025, WESCO reported record quarterly sales and again raised its full-year outlook for organic sales growth and adjusted EPS, but lowered the full-year free cash flow outlook. The company completed the redemption of its preferred stock in June 2025, which is expected to improve ongoing earnings per share and cash flow metrics.

WESCO International, Inc. is exposed to economic cycles and fluctuations in construction and manufacturing demand, which can influence the seasonality of its product and service demand. Sales can be impacted by seasonality, with expectations for sales to improve in the second half of the year. The company's distribution model requires investment in working capital, especially during periods of significant growth, which can be influenced by demand fluctuations.

WESCO International, Inc. operates in the Industrial Distribution sector, focusing on Electrical Components & Equipment and Industrials industries, particularly Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO). The company integrates technology, product portfolios, and expertise to connect manufacturers, suppliers, and industrial customers. Its operations are divided into Electrical & Electronic Solutions (EES), Communications & Security Solutions (CSS), and Utility & Broadband Solutions (UBS).

WESCO International, Inc. has a significant global presence, with approximately 800 branches, warehouses, and sales offices in about 50 countries, including the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Central America, the Caribbean, South America, and the Asia Pacific region.

WESCO International, Inc. has maintained a strong brand reputation, ranking #199 in the Fortune 500 for 2025. The company has been recognized in Fortune's "World's Most Admired Companies" for 2025 and earned the "Great Place to Work Certification™" for 2025-2026. WESCO was also recognized in The Wall Street Journal's "Best-Managed Companies 2024" award and hosted its annual Day of Caring events globally.

WESCO International, Inc. is primarily owned by institutional investors, who hold approximately 97.87% of the company's shares. Major institutional owners include BlackRock, Inc., Vanguard Group Inc, Wellington Management Group Llp, Dimensional Fund Advisors Lp, Baupost Group Llc/ma, State Street Corp, Invesco Ltd., and Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC. Individual investors hold about 2.16% of the shares, with Green Equity Investors VII LP being a significant individual shareholder.