Williams-Sonoma (FRA:WM1) EV-to-OCF: 22.06 (As of Aug. 14, 2026) — 142% Above Median

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FRA:WM1 Williams-Sonoma Inc FRA:WM1
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What is Williams-Sonoma EV-to-OCF?

Williams-Sonoma FRA:WM1 -2.17% 88 EV-to-OCF is 22.06 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 142% above its 10-year median of 9.13. GuruFocus rates FRA:WM1 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of €152.36. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,133 Retail - Cyclical companies, Williams-Sonoma ranks worse than 81.64% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Williams-Sonoma's Enterprise Value is €25,494 Mil. Williams-Sonoma's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €1,156 Mil. Therefore, Williams-Sonoma's EV-to-OCF for today is 22.06.

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

FRA:WM1' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.59   Med: 9.13   Max: 22.95
Current: 21.73

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Williams-Sonoma was 22.95. The lowest was 6.59. And the median was 9.13.

FRA:WM1's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
81.64% of 1133 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.15 vs FRA:WM1: 21.73

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 (2026-08-14), Williams-Sonoma's stock price is €212.10. Williams-Sonoma's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €7.635. Therefore, Williams-Sonoma's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 27.78.


Williams-Sonoma  (FRA:WM1) 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.

Williams-Sonoma's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=212.10/7.635
=27.78

Williams-Sonoma's share price for today is €212.10.
Williams-Sonoma's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €7.635.

* 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.


Williams-Sonoma EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Williams-Sonoma EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Williams-Sonoma'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.

Williams-Sonoma EV-to-OCF Chart

Williams-Sonoma Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
EV-to-OCF
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Williams-Sonoma Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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 15.43 18.00 17.74 18.82 16.40

FRA:WM1 vs CASY, ULTA, DKS: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Williams-Sonoma'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.


Williams-Sonoma EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Williams-Sonoma's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Williams-Sonoma EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=25494.423/1155.628
=22.06

Williams-Sonoma's current Enterprise Value is €25,494 Mil.
Williams-Sonoma's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1,156 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 22.06 mean?
Williams-Sonoma (FRA:WM1) has a EV-to-OCF of 22.06 as of Aug. 14, 2026. This is 142% above median its historical median of 9.13. Over the past decade, Williams-Sonoma's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.59 to 22.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Williams-Sonoma ranks #925 out of 1133 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 81.6%.
Is Williams-Sonoma's EV-to-OCF too high?
Williams-Sonoma's current EV-to-OCF of 22.06 is 142% above median its 10-year median of 9.13. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.59 to a high of 22.95. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.15. Williams-Sonoma's value of 22.06 is 208.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Williams-Sonoma ranks #925 out of 1133 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Williams-Sonoma has a GF Score™ of 88/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Williams-Sonoma's EV-to-OCF compare to CASY and ULTA?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Williams-Sonoma ranks #925 out of 1133 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Williams-Sonoma in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.15. Williams-Sonoma's value of 22.06 is 208.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Williams-Sonoma's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.59 to 22.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.13 vs. the industry median of 7.15, Williams-Sonoma 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.15, based on 1,133 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. Williams-Sonoma's current EV-to-OCF of 22.06 is 208.5% 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 Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.15 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Williams-Sonoma's current EV-to-OCF is 22.06, which is 142% above median its own 10-year median of 9.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Williams-Sonoma stock overvalued right now?
Williams-Sonoma (FRA:WM1) has a current EV-to-OCF of 22.06. The stock's GF Value™ is €152.36, compared to a current price of €212.10 — trading 39.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 22.06, which is 142% above median its 10-year median of 9.13 and 208.5% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.15. Williams-Sonoma's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 Williams-Sonoma (FRA:WM1), the current EV-to-OCF is 22.06 as of Aug. 14, 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 Williams-Sonoma (FRA:WM1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Williams-Sonoma stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €212.10 is trading 39.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €152.36.

Key valuation signals for FRA:WM1:

  • EV-to-OCF: 22.06 (142% above median its 10-year median of 9.13)
  • GF Value™: €152.36 vs. price of €212.10 (39.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 208.5% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#925 of 1133)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:WM1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Williams-Sonoma Business Description

Address 3250 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA, USA, 94109
With a retail and direct-to-consumer presence, Williams-Sonoma is a player in the nearly $300 billion domestic home category and $450 billion international home market, focused on expanding its exposure in the B2B ($80 billion total addressable market), marketplace, and franchise areas. Namesake Williams-Sonoma (153 stores) offers high-end cooking essentials, while Pottery Barn (180) provides casual home accessories. West Elm (116) is an emerging concept for young professionals, and Rejuvenation (13) offers lighting and house parts. Brand extensions include Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen (43) as well as Mark & Graham and GreenRow. Williams-Sonoma also has a business-to-business team that supports projects that range from residential to large-scale commercial.
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