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George WestonTSX:WN +0.73%81 EV-to-EBITDA is 9.27 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 8.05. GuruFocus rates TSX:WN with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of C$84.07 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 272 Retail - Defensive companies, George Weston ranks worse than 54.41% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, George Weston's enterprise value is C$66,155 Mil.
George Weston's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$7,138 Mil. Therefore, George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 9.27.
The historical rank and industry rank for George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:WN'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.98 Med: 8.05 Max: 10.85
Current: 9.28
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of George Weston was 10.85. The lowest was 5.98. And the median was 8.05.
TSX:WN's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 54.41% of 272
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 8.52
vs TSX:WN: 9.28
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
George Weston (TSX:WN) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
George Weston's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
George Weston's share price for today is C$103.87.
George Weston's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$2.873.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA 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.
For the Grocery Stores subindustry, George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
George Weston EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
George Weston's current Enterprise Value is C$66,155 Mil.
George Weston's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$7,138 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.
George Weston (TSX:WN) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 9.27 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on George Weston. This is 15% above median its historical median of 8.05. Over the past decade, George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.98 to 10.85. According to the industry distribution chart, George Weston ranks #148 out of 272 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 54.4%.
Is George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
George Weston's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.27 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 8.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.98 to a high of 10.85. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.52. George Weston's value of 9.27 is 8.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, George Weston ranks #148 out of 272 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, George Weston has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does George Weston's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KR and SFM?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, George Weston ranks #148 out of 272 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places George Weston in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.52. George Weston's value of 9.27 is 8.8% above this benchmark. Historically, George Weston's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.98 to 10.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.05 vs. the industry median of 8.52, George Weston 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-EBITDA for a Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Defensive companies is 8.52, based on 272 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. George Weston's current EV-to-EBITDA of 9.27 is 8.8% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on George Weston. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. George Weston's current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.27, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 8.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is George Weston stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, George Weston (TSX:WN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$84.07, compared to a current price of C$103.87 — trading 23.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.27, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 8.05 and 8.8% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 8.52. George Weston's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For George Weston (TSX:WN), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 9.27 as of Jul. 17, 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 George Weston (TSX:WN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, George Weston stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$103.87 is trading 23.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$84.07.
GuruFocus considers George Weston to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:WN:
EV-to-EBITDA: 9.27 (15% above median its 10-year median of 8.05)
GF Value™: C$84.07 vs. price of C$103.87 (23.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 8.8% above the Retail - Defensive median (#148 of 272)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:WN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
George Weston is a holding company that controls majority stakes in retailer Loblaw and in Choice Properties, a real estate investment trust. Loblaw boasts the largest retail footprint across Canada with 2,500 food retail and pharmacy stores under banners such as Loblaw, No-Frills, Maxi, and Shoppers Drug Mart. Meanwhile, open-ended Choice Properties REIT owns and manages over 700 commercial and residential properties in Canada, generating roughly 60% of its gross rental revenue from its largest tenant Loblaw. Previously, George Weston sold its wholly owned bakery Weston Foods in 2022. The firm is controlled by the Weston family, which owns a 60% stake.
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