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George WestonTSX:WN +1.56%80 EV-to-OCF is 9.66 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 2% above its 10-year median of 9.45. GuruFocus rates TSX:WN with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of C$84.15 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 314 Retail - Defensive companies, George Weston ranks worse than 59.87% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, George Weston's Enterprise Value is C$66,170 Mil.
George Weston's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$6,848 Mil. Therefore, George Weston's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.66.
The historical rank and industry rank for George Weston's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:WN'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.94 Med: 9.45 Max: 13.33
Current: 9.66
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of George Weston was 13.33. The lowest was 6.94. And the median was 9.45.
TSX:WN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 59.87% of 314
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.595
vs TSX:WN: 9.66
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.
George Weston's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
George Weston's share price for today is C$103.91.
George Weston'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 C$2.873.
* 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.
George Weston EV-to-OCF Related Terms
George Weston EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for George Weston'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 Grocery Stores subindustry, George Weston'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.
George Weston EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, George Weston's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where George Weston's EV-to-OCF falls into.
George Weston's current Enterprise Value is C$66,170 Mil.
George Weston'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 C$6,848 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.
George Weston (TSX:WN) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.66 as of Jul. 25, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 9.45. Over the past decade, George Weston's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.94 to 13.33. According to the industry distribution chart, George Weston ranks #188 out of 314 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 59.9%.
Is George Weston's EV-to-OCF too high?
George Weston's current EV-to-OCF of 9.66 is near median its 10-year median of 9.45. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.94 to a high of 13.33. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.60. George Weston's value of 9.66 is 27.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, George Weston ranks #188 out of 314 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, George Weston has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does George Weston's EV-to-OCF compare to KR and SFM?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, George Weston ranks #188 out of 314 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places George Weston in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.60. George Weston's value of 9.66 is 27.2% above this benchmark. Historically, George Weston's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.94 to 13.33 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.45 vs. the industry median of 7.60, George Weston 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 - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 7.60, based on 314 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. George Weston's current EV-to-OCF of 9.66 is 27.2% 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 - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. George Weston's current EV-to-OCF is 9.66, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is George Weston stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, George Weston (TSX:WN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$84.15, compared to a current price of C$103.91 — trading 23.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.66, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.45 and 27.2% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.60. George Weston's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 George Weston (TSX:WN), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.66 as of Jul. 25, 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 George Weston (TSX:WN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, George Weston stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$103.91 is trading 23.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$84.15.
GuruFocus considers George Weston to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:WN:
EV-to-OCF: 9.66 (near median its 10-year median of 9.45)
GF Value™: C$84.15 vs. price of C$103.91 (23.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 27.2% above the Retail - Defensive median (#188 of 314)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:WN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
George Weston is a holding company that controls majority stakes in retailer Loblaw and in Choice Properties, a real estate investment trust. Loblaw boasts the largest retail footprint across Canada with 2,500 food retail and pharmacy stores under banners such as Loblaw, No-Frills, Maxi, and Shoppers Drug Mart. Meanwhile, open-ended Choice Properties REIT owns and manages over 700 commercial and residential properties in Canada, generating roughly 60% of its gross rental revenue from its largest tenant Loblaw. Previously, George Weston sold its wholly owned bakery Weston Foods in 2022. The firm is controlled by the Weston family, which owns a 60% stake.
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