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Ferguson EnterprisesFERG -1.26%88 EV-to-OCF is 31.36 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 24.38. GuruFocus rates FERG with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $240.58 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 158 Industrial Distribution companies, Ferguson Enterprises ranks worse than 86.08% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ferguson Enterprises's Enterprise Value is $52,902 Mil.
Ferguson Enterprises's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,687 Mil. Therefore, Ferguson Enterprises's EV-to-OCF for today is 31.36.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ferguson Enterprises's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FERG'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.05 Med: 24.38 Max: 144.43
Current: 31.36
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ferguson Enterprises was 144.43. The lowest was 13.05. And the median was 24.38.
FERG's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 86.08% of 158
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.41
vs FERG: 31.36
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.
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.
Ferguson Enterprises's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Ferguson Enterprises's share price for today is $240.12.
Ferguson Enterprises's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $12.010.
* 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.
Ferguson Enterprises EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Ferguson Enterprises EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Ferguson Enterprises'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.
For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Ferguson Enterprises'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.
Ferguson Enterprises EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Ferguson Enterprises's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ferguson Enterprises's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Ferguson Enterprises's current Enterprise Value is $52,902 Mil.
Ferguson Enterprises's Cash Flow from Operations 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 $1,687 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.
Ferguson Enterprises (FERG) has a EV-to-OCF of 31.36 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 29% above median its historical median of 24.38. Over the past decade, Ferguson Enterprises' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.05 to 144.43. According to the industry distribution chart, Ferguson Enterprises ranks #136 out of 158 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 86.1%.
Is Ferguson Enterprises' EV-to-OCF too high?
Ferguson Enterprises' current EV-to-OCF of 31.36 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 24.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.05 to a high of 144.43. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.41. Ferguson Enterprises' value of 31.36 is 272.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ferguson Enterprises ranks #136 out of 158 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Ferguson Enterprises has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ferguson Enterprises' EV-to-OCF compare to FAST and GWW?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Ferguson Enterprises ranks #136 out of 158 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Ferguson Enterprises in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.41. Ferguson Enterprises' value of 31.36 is 272.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Ferguson Enterprises' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.05 to 144.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 24.38 vs. the industry median of 8.41, Ferguson Enterprises 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.41, based on 158 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. Ferguson Enterprises's current EV-to-OCF of 31.36 is 272.9% 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 Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ferguson Enterprises's current EV-to-OCF is 31.36, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 24.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ferguson Enterprises stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ferguson Enterprises (FERG) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $240.58, compared to a current price of $240.12 — trading 0.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 31.36, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 24.38 and 272.9% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.41. Ferguson Enterprises' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 2 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 Ferguson Enterprises (FERG), the current EV-to-OCF is 31.36 as of Aug. 20, 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 Ferguson Enterprises (FERG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ferguson Enterprises stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $240.12 is trading 0.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $240.58.
GuruFocus considers Ferguson Enterprises to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for FERG:
EV-to-OCF: 31.36 (29% above median its 10-year median of 24.38)
GF Value™: $240.58 vs. price of $240.12 (0.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 272.9% above the Industrial Distribution median (#136 of 158)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FERG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Ferguson distributes plumbing and HVAC products to North American repair, maintenance, and improvement, new construction, and civil infrastructure markets. It serves over 1 million customers and sources products from 37,000 suppliers. Ferguson engages customers through approximately 1,700 North American branches, over the phone, online, and in residential showrooms. The firm sold its UK business in 2021 and is now solely focused on the North American market.
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