Legrand (WBO:LR) EV-to-OCF: 27.05 (As of Aug. 29, 2026) — 35% Above Median

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WBO:LR Legrand SA WBO:LR
91 GF Score
Price €141.25
GF Value €123.95
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Legrand EV-to-OCF?

Legrand WBO:LR +2.88% 91 EV-to-OCF is 27.05 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 35% above its 10-year median of 19.99. GuruFocus rates WBO:LR with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of €123.95 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 3,086 Industrial Products companies, Legrand ranks worse than 71.1% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Legrand's Enterprise Value is €42,403 Mil. Legrand's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,567 Mil. Therefore, Legrand's EV-to-OCF for today is 27.05.

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

WBO:LR' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.7   Med: 19.99   Max: 29.35
Current: 26.22

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Legrand was 29.35. The lowest was 12.70. And the median was 19.99.

WBO:LR's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
71.1% of 3086 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.365 vs WBO:LR: 26.22

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 (2026-08-29), Legrand's stock price is €141.25. Legrand's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €4.967. Therefore, Legrand's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 28.44.


Legrand  (WBO:LR) 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.

Legrand's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=141.25/4.967
=28.44

Legrand's share price for today is €141.25.
Legrand'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 €4.967.

* 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.


Legrand EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Legrand EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Legrand'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.

Legrand EV-to-OCF Chart

Legrand Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Legrand Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 21.24 24.21 23.82 24.26 28.40

WBO:LR vs VRT, BE, HUBB: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Legrand'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.


Legrand EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Legrand's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Legrand EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=42402.717/1567.4
=27.05

Legrand's current Enterprise Value is €42,403 Mil.
Legrand'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 €1,567 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 27.05 mean?
Legrand (WBO:LR) has a EV-to-OCF of 27.05 as of Aug. 29, 2026. This is 35% above median its historical median of 19.99. Over the past decade, Legrand's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 12.70 to 29.35. According to the industry distribution chart, Legrand ranks #2194 out of 3086 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 71.1%.
Is Legrand's EV-to-OCF too high?
Legrand's current EV-to-OCF of 27.05 is 35% above median its 10-year median of 19.99. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.70 to a high of 29.35. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.37. Legrand's value of 27.05 is 138% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Legrand ranks #2194 out of 3086 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Legrand has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Legrand's EV-to-OCF compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Legrand ranks #2194 out of 3086 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Legrand in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.37. Legrand's value of 27.05 is 138% above this benchmark. Historically, Legrand's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 12.70 to 29.35 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.99 vs. the industry median of 11.37, Legrand 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 Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Products companies is 11.37, based on 3,086 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. Legrand's current EV-to-OCF of 27.05 is 138% 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 Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Legrand's current EV-to-OCF is 27.05, which is 35% above median its own 10-year median of 19.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Legrand stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Legrand (WBO:LR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €123.95, compared to a current price of €141.25 — trading 14% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 27.05, which is 35% above median its 10-year median of 19.99 and 138% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.37. Legrand's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Legrand (WBO:LR), the current EV-to-OCF is 27.05 as of Aug. 29, 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 Legrand (WBO:LR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Legrand stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €141.25 is trading 14% above its estimated GF Value™ of €123.95. GuruFocus considers Legrand to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for WBO:LR:

  • EV-to-OCF: 27.05 (35% above median its 10-year median of 19.99)
  • GF Value™: €123.95 vs. price of €141.25 (14% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 138% above the Industrial Products median (#2194 of 3086)

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


Legrand Business Description

Address 128, Avenue de Lattre de Tassigny, Cedex, Limoges, FRA, 87045
Legrand is a global manufacturer of low-voltage electrical components, which are mostly used in residential (40%) and commercial (40%) buildings, as well as data centers. Its products include wiring devices, cable management, lighting, and audio visual equipment, sold under approximately 80 brands across 180 countries. Its products are sold primarily through specialist distributors that subsequently sell to installers/electricians. Legrand is a major supplier to global electrical equipment distributors. North America and Europe each account for 40% of group sales.
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