Grainger (CHIX:GRIL) EV-to-OCF: 22.86 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — Near Median

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CHIX:GRIL Grainger PLC CHIX:GRIL
70 GF Score
Price £1.74
GF Value £1.41
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Grainger EV-to-OCF?

Grainger CHIX:GRIL -1.36% 70 EV-to-OCF is 22.86 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 0% above its 10-year median of 22.85. GuruFocus rates CHIX:GRIL with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of £1.41 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,797 Real Estate companies, Grainger ranks worse than 72.95% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Grainger's Enterprise Value is £2,798.4 Mil. Grainger's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was £122.4 Mil. Therefore, Grainger's EV-to-OCF for today is 22.86.

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

CHIX:GRIl' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1063.38   Med: 22.85   Max: 47.86
Current: 22.98

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Grainger was 47.86. The lowest was -1063.38. And the median was 22.85.

CHIX:GRIl's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
72.95% of 1797 companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 7.51 vs CHIX:GRIl: 22.98

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

As of today (2026-08-18), Grainger's stock price is £1.742. Grainger's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was £0.273. Therefore, Grainger's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.38.


Grainger  (CHIX:GRIl) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

Grainger's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.742/0.273
=6.38

Grainger's share price for today is £1.742.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Grainger's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was £0.273.

* 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Grainger EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Grainger EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Grainger's EV-to-OCF 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.

Grainger EV-to-OCF Chart

Grainger Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 22.24 29.07 17.02 24.30 24.06

Grainger Semi-Annual Data
Mar16 Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 17.02 0.00 24.30 0.00 24.06

CHIX:GRIL vs CBRE, BEKE, JLL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Real Estate Services subindustry, Grainger's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.


Grainger EV-to-OCF vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Grainger's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Grainger's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Grainger EV-to-OCF Calculation

Grainger's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=2798.396/122.4
=22.86

Grainger's current Enterprise Value is £2,798.4 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Grainger's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 was £122.4 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-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 22.86 mean?
Grainger (CHIX:GRIL) has a EV-to-OCF of 22.86 as of Aug. 18, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 22.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Grainger ranks #1311 out of 1797 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 73%.
Is Grainger's EV-to-OCF too high?
Grainger's current EV-to-OCF of 22.86 is near median its 10-year median of 22.85. The Real Estate industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.51. Grainger's value of 22.86 is 204.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Grainger ranks #1311 out of 1797 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Grainger has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Grainger's EV-to-OCF compare to CBRE and BEKE?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Grainger ranks #1311 out of 1797 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Grainger in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.51. Grainger's value of 22.86 is 204.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 22.85 vs. the industry median of 7.51, Grainger 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-OCF for a Real Estate company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Real Estate companies is 7.51, based on 1,797 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Grainger's current EV-to-OCF of 22.86 is 204.4% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Real Estate industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Grainger's current EV-to-OCF is 22.86, which is near median its own 10-year median of 22.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Grainger stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Grainger (CHIX:GRIL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £1.41, compared to a current price of £1.74 — trading 23.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 22.86, which is near median its 10-year median of 22.85 and 204.4% above the Real Estate industry median of 7.51. Grainger's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Grainger (CHIX:GRIL), the current EV-to-OCF is 22.86 as of Aug. 18, 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 Grainger (CHIX:GRIL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Grainger stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £1.74 is trading 23.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of £1.41. GuruFocus considers Grainger to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:GRIL:

  • EV-to-OCF: 22.86 (near median its 10-year median of 22.85)
  • GF Value™: £1.41 vs. price of £1.74 (23.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 204.4% above the Real Estate median (#1311 of 1797)

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


Grainger Business Description

Other Exchanges GRGTF:USAGRI:UK1U4:Germany
Address St James Boulevard, Citygate, Newcastle upon Tyne, GBR, NE1 4JE
Grainger PLC owns, leases, and manages residential properties. The company derives the vast majority of its revenue through property sales and rental income. The business categorizes its operations into U.K. residential, retirement solutions, fund and third-party management, the U.K. and European development, German residential, and others. U.K. Residential represents the bulk of the group's revenue, with retirement solutions and the UK and European development also contributing a substantial portion. The company also offers residential fund- and asset management services. The two segments for the company are PRS which derives maximum revenue, and Reversionary.
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