Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) EV-to-EBIT: 34.71 (As of Aug. 13, 2026) — Near Median

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FRA:LW2 Distribution Solutions Group Inc FRA:LW2
69 GF Score
Price €29.40
GF Value €28.35
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What is Distribution Solutions Group EV-to-EBIT?

Distribution Solutions Group FRA:LW2 69 EV-to-EBIT is 34.71 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 4% above its 10-year median of 33.40. GuruFocus rates FRA:LW2 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €28.35. The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 135 Industrial Distribution companies, Distribution Solutions Group ranks worse than 89.63% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Distribution Solutions Group's Enterprise Value is €2,069 Mil. Distribution Solutions Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €60 Mil. Therefore, Distribution Solutions Group's EV-to-EBIT for today is 34.71.

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

FRA:LW2' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -232.43   Med: 33.4   Max: 441.37
Current: 34.51

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Distribution Solutions Group was 441.37. The lowest was -232.43. And the median was 33.40.

FRA:LW2's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
89.63% of 135 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 12.82 vs FRA:LW2: 34.51

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Distribution Solutions Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,730 Mil. Distribution Solutions Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €60 Mil. Distribution Solutions Group's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 3.45%.


Distribution Solutions Group  (FRA:LW2) 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) %.

Distribution Solutions 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 )
=59.616/1729.9954
=3.45 %

Distribution Solutions Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,730 Mil.
Distribution Solutions Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €60 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.


Distribution Solutions Group EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Distribution Solutions Group EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Distribution Solutions 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.

Distribution Solutions Group EV-to-EBIT Chart

Distribution Solutions Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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Distribution Solutions Group Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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FRA:LW2 vs GIC, DXPE, DNOW: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Distribution Solutions 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.


Distribution Solutions Group EV-to-EBIT vs Industrial Distribution Industry

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

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


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Distribution Solutions Group EV-to-EBIT Calculation

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

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=2069.362/59.616
=34.71

Distribution Solutions Group's current Enterprise Value is €2,069 Mil.
Distribution Solutions Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €60 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 34.71 mean?
Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) has a EV-to-EBIT of 34.71 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Distribution Solutions Group and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 33.40. According to the industry distribution chart, Distribution Solutions Group ranks #121 out of 135 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 89.6%.
Is Distribution Solutions Group's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Distribution Solutions Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 34.71 is near median its 10-year median of 33.40. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.82. Distribution Solutions Group's value of 34.71 is 170.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Distribution Solutions Group ranks #121 out of 135 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Distribution Solutions Group has a GF Score™ of 69/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Distribution Solutions Group's EV-to-EBIT compare to GIC and DXPE?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Distribution Solutions Group ranks #121 out of 135 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Distribution Solutions Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 12.82. Distribution Solutions Group's value of 34.71 is 170.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 33.40 vs. the industry median of 12.82, Distribution Solutions Group has consistently been above 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Industrial Distribution companies is 12.82, based on 135 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. Distribution Solutions Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 34.71 is 170.7% above 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 Distribution Solutions Group and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 12.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Distribution Solutions Group's current EV-to-EBIT is 34.71, which is near median its own 10-year median of 33.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Distribution Solutions Group stock overvalued right now?
Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 34.71. The stock's GF Value™ is €28.35, compared to a current price of €29.40 — trading 3.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 34.71, which is near median its 10-year median of 33.40 and 170.7% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 12.82. Distribution Solutions Group's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 9 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 Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2), the current EV-to-EBIT is 34.71 as of Aug. 13, 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 Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Distribution Solutions Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €29.40 is trading 3.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of €28.35.

Key valuation signals for FRA:LW2:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 34.71 (near median its 10-year median of 33.40)
  • GF Value™: €28.35 vs. price of €29.40 (3.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 170.7% above the Industrial Distribution median (#121 of 135)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:LW2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Distribution Solutions Group Business Description

Other Exchanges DSGR:USALW2:Germany
Address 301 Commerce Street, Suite 1700, Fort Worth, TX, USA, 76102
Distribution Solutions Group Inc is a specialty distribution company providing value-added distribution solutions to the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and industrial technology markets. The company operates through four reportable segments: Lawson, TestEquity, Gexpro Services and Canada Branch Division. Lawson distributes specialty products and services to the industrial, commercial, institutional and government MRO marketplace. TestEquity, which generates maximum revenue, distributes test and measurement equipment and solutions, industrial and electronic production supplies and vendor managed inventory programs. Gexpro Services is a supply chain solutions provider. The company generates majority of its revenue from United States.
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