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Smurfit WestRockLSE:SWR -1.41%58 EV-to-OCF is 11.17 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 15.74. GuruFocus rates LSE:SWR with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of £36.49 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 401 Packaging & Containers companies, Smurfit WestRock ranks worse than 64.34% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Smurfit WestRock's Enterprise Value is £27,866 Mil.
Smurfit WestRock's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £2,495 Mil. Therefore, Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
LSE:SWR'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.45 Med: 15.74 Max: 309.77
Current: 10.78
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Smurfit WestRock was 309.77. The lowest was 9.45. And the median was 15.74.
LSE:SWR's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 64.34% of 401
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 7.72
vs LSE:SWR: 10.78
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.
Smurfit WestRock's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Smurfit WestRock's share price for today is £33.59.
Smurfit WestRock'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 £0.535.
* 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.
Smurfit WestRock EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Smurfit WestRock EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Smurfit WestRock'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 Packaging & Containers subindustry, Smurfit WestRock'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.
Smurfit WestRock EV-to-OCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Smurfit WestRock's current Enterprise Value is £27,866 Mil.
Smurfit WestRock's Cash Flow from Operations 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 £2,495 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.
Smurfit WestRock (LSE:SWR) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.17 as of Jul. 21, 2026. This is 29% below median its historical median of 15.74. Over the past decade, Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.45 to 309.77. According to the industry distribution chart, Smurfit WestRock ranks #258 out of 401 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 64.3%.
Is Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-OCF too high?
Smurfit WestRock's current EV-to-OCF of 11.17 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 15.74. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.45 to a high of 309.77. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.72. Smurfit WestRock's value of 11.17 is 44.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Smurfit WestRock ranks #258 out of 401 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Smurfit WestRock has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-OCF compare to PKG and IP?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Smurfit WestRock ranks #258 out of 401 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Smurfit WestRock in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.72. Smurfit WestRock's value of 11.17 is 44.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Smurfit WestRock's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.45 to 309.77 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.74 vs. the industry median of 7.72, Smurfit WestRock 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 7.72, based on 401 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. Smurfit WestRock's current EV-to-OCF of 11.17 is 44.7% 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 Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.72 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Smurfit WestRock's current EV-to-OCF is 11.17, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 15.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Smurfit WestRock stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smurfit WestRock (LSE:SWR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £36.49, compared to a current price of £33.59 — trading 7.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.17, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 15.74 and 44.7% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 7.72. Smurfit WestRock's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Smurfit WestRock (LSE:SWR), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.17 as of Jul. 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 Smurfit WestRock (LSE:SWR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smurfit WestRock stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of £33.59 is trading 7.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of £36.49.
GuruFocus considers Smurfit WestRock to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for LSE:SWR:
EV-to-OCF: 11.17 (29% below median its 10-year median of 15.74)
GF Value™: £36.49 vs. price of £33.59 (7.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 44.7% above the Packaging & Containers median (#258 of 401)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LSE:SWR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Smurfit WestRock PLC manufactures corrugated packaging and consumer packaging, such as folding cartons and paperboard. operates a vertically integrated system supplying wood and recovered fiber to produce various grades of board, which are then converted into packaging products. Its main packaging categories include corrugated containers and consumer packaging, with additional products such as solidboard, kraft paper, graphic board, paper sacks, and bag-in-box packaging. The company's geographical segments include North America (including the U.S., Canada and Mexico), Europe, the Middle East and Africa and Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from product sales in the North American region.
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