GWA Group (ASX:GWA) EV-to-EBIT: 8.57 (As of Sep. 11, 2026) — 29% Below Median

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ASX:GWA GWA Group Ltd ASX:GWA
79 GF Score
Price A$1.96
GF Value A$2.47
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is GWA Group EV-to-EBIT?

GWA Group ASX:GWA -0.76% 79 EV-to-EBIT is 8.57 as of Sep. 11, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 12.10. GuruFocus rates ASX:GWA with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of A$2.47 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,418 Construction companies, GWA Group ranks better than 62.27% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, GWA Group's Enterprise Value is A$653.7 Mil. GWA Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$76.3 Mil. Therefore, GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is 8.57.

The historical rank and industry rank for GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

ASX:GWA' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.62   Med: 12.1   Max: 20.71
Current: 8.57

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of GWA Group was 20.71. The lowest was 8.62. And the median was 12.10.

ASX:GWA's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
62.27% of 1418 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 11.045 vs ASX:GWA: 8.57

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. GWA Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was A$740.2 Mil. GWA Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$76.3 Mil. GWA Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 10.30%.


GWA Group  (ASX:GWA) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

GWA Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=76.255/740.1732
=10.30 %

GWA Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was A$740.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. GWA Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$76.3 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


GWA Group EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


GWA Group EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

GWA Group EV-to-EBIT Chart

GWA Group Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-EBIT
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GWA Group Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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ASX:GWA vs TT, JCI, CARR: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


GWA Group EV-to-EBIT vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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GWA Group EV-to-EBIT Calculation

GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=653.682/76.255
=8.57

GWA Group's current Enterprise Value is A$653.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. GWA Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$76.3 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 8.57 mean?
GWA Group (ASX:GWA) has a EV-to-EBIT of 8.57 as of Sep. 11, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on GWA Group and its competitors. This is 29% below median its historical median of 12.10. Over the past decade, GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 8.62 to 20.71. According to the industry distribution chart, GWA Group ranks #535 out of 1418 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 37.7%.
Is GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT too high?
GWA Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.57 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 12.10. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.62 to a high of 20.71. The Construction industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.05. GWA Group's value of 8.57 is 22.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, GWA Group ranks #535 out of 1418 companies in the Construction industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, GWA Group has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GWA Group's EV-to-EBIT compare to TT and JCI?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, GWA Group ranks #535 out of 1418 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This puts GWA Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 11.05. GWA Group's value of 8.57 is 22.4% below this benchmark. Historically, GWA Group's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 8.62 to 20.71 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.10 vs. the industry median of 11.05, GWA Group has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Construction company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Construction companies is 11.05, based on 1,418 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. GWA Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 8.57 is 22.4% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on GWA Group and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 11.05 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. GWA Group's current EV-to-EBIT is 8.57, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 12.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is GWA Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GWA Group (ASX:GWA) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$2.47, compared to a current price of A$1.96 — trading 20.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 8.57, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 12.10 and 22.4% below the Construction industry median of 11.05. GWA Group's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For GWA Group (ASX:GWA), the current EV-to-EBIT is 8.57 as of Sep. 11, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is GWA Group (ASX:GWA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GWA Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$1.96 is trading 20.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$2.47. GuruFocus considers GWA Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:GWA:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 8.57 (29% below median its 10-year median of 12.10)
  • GF Value™: A$2.47 vs. price of A$1.96 (20.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 22.4% below the Construction median (#535 of 1418)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:GWA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


GWA Group Business Description

Address 100 Mount Street, Level 24, North Sydney, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2060
GWA Group Ltd is an Australian designer of sanitary ware and bathroom fittings that has undergone a divestment program to focus solely on the front-of-wall bathroom and kitchen fittings markets. GWA's portfolio of brands includes Caroma, Dorf, Fowler, and Clark, with Caroma, in particular, enjoying a long history and high brand awareness in the Australian market. The company has one reportable segment, Water Solutions. This segment includes the sale of vitreous china toilet suites, basins, plastic cisterns, taps and showers, baths, kitchen sinks, laundry tubs, domestic water control valves, smart products, and bathroom accessories.
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