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W.W. GraingerGWW +0.92%92 EV-to-OCF is 29.61 as of Aug. 21, 2026, which is 37% above its 10-year median of 21.56. GuruFocus rates GWW with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of $1,167.08 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 158 Industrial Distribution companies, W.W. Grainger ranks worse than 84.18% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, W.W. Grainger's Enterprise Value is $64,398 Mil.
W.W. Grainger's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $2,175 Mil. Therefore, W.W. Grainger's EV-to-OCF for today is 29.61.
The historical rank and industry rank for W.W. Grainger's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
GWW'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.01 Med: 21.56 Max: 33.75
Current: 29.61
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of W.W. Grainger was 33.75. The lowest was 11.01. And the median was 21.56.
GWW's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 84.18% of 158
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.32
vs GWW: 29.61
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.
W.W. Grainger's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
W.W. Grainger's share price for today is $1312.24.
W.W. Grainger'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 $39.220.
* 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.
W.W. Grainger EV-to-OCF Related Terms
W.W. Grainger EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for W.W. 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.
For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, W.W. 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.
W.W. Grainger EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, W.W. Grainger's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where W.W. Grainger's EV-to-OCF falls into.
W.W. Grainger's current Enterprise Value is $64,398 Mil.
W.W. Grainger'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 $2,175 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.
W.W. Grainger (GWW) has a EV-to-OCF of 29.61 as of Aug. 21, 2026. This is 37% above median its historical median of 21.56. Over the past decade, W.W. Grainger's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.01 to 33.75. According to the industry distribution chart, W.W. Grainger ranks #133 out of 158 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 84.2%.
Is W.W. Grainger's EV-to-OCF too high?
W.W. Grainger's current EV-to-OCF of 29.61 is 37% above median its 10-year median of 21.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.01 to a high of 33.75. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.32. W.W. Grainger's value of 29.61 is 255.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, W.W. Grainger ranks #133 out of 158 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, W.W. Grainger has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does W.W. Grainger's EV-to-OCF compare to FAST and FERG?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, W.W. Grainger ranks #133 out of 158 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places W.W. Grainger in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.32. W.W. Grainger's value of 29.61 is 255.9% above this benchmark. Historically, W.W. Grainger's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.01 to 33.75 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.56 vs. the industry median of 8.32, W.W. 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.32, 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. W.W. Grainger's current EV-to-OCF of 29.61 is 255.9% 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 8.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. W.W. Grainger's current EV-to-OCF is 29.61, which is 37% above median its own 10-year median of 21.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is W.W. Grainger stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.W. Grainger (GWW) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1,167.08, compared to a current price of $1,312.24 — trading 12.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 29.61, which is 37% above median its 10-year median of 21.56 and 255.9% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.32. W.W. Grainger's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 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 W.W. Grainger (GWW), the current EV-to-OCF is 29.61 as of Aug. 21, 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 W.W. Grainger (GWW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.W. Grainger stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $1,312.24 is trading 12.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1,167.08.
GuruFocus considers W.W. Grainger to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for GWW:
EV-to-OCF: 29.61 (37% above median its 10-year median of 21.56)
GF Value™: $1,167.08 vs. price of $1,312.24 (12.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 255.9% above the Industrial Distribution median (#133 of 158)
No single metric tells the full story. See the GWW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded in 1927, W.W. Grainger originally distributed various motors via a mail-order catalogue. Over the course of the 20th century, the firm expanded into new industrial product categories and launched its first digital catalogue in 1995. Today, the company organizes itself into two segments focused on different customer bases. Its larger segment, high-touch solutions, offers a vast array of maintenance, repair, and operations, or MRO, supplies and bespoke inventory management services to larger businesses. Its smaller segment, endless assortment, operates two online platforms, Zoro and MonotaRO, that offer comprehensive catalogues of MRO supplies to smaller businesses. Grainger has operations throughout the world but primarily generates sales within the US.
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