AWI (Armstrong World Industries) EV-to-FCF: 29.87 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 19% Below Median

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AWI Armstrong World Industries Inc AWI
84 GF Score
Price $155.53
GF Value $168.52
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Armstrong World Industries EV-to-FCF?

Armstrong World Industries AWI -0.10% 84 EV-to-FCF is 29.87 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 36.68. GuruFocus rates AWI with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $168.52 (Fairly Valued). Among 1,099 Construction companies, Armstrong World Industries ranks worse than 73.34% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Armstrong World Industries's Enterprise Value is $7,127 Mil. Armstrong World Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $239 Mil. Therefore, Armstrong World Industries's EV-to-FCF for today is 29.87.

The historical rank and industry rank for Armstrong World Industries's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

AWI' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -60.89   Med: 36.68   Max: 140.37
Current: 29.87

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Armstrong World Industries was 140.37. The lowest was -60.89. And the median was 36.68.

AWI's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
73.34% of 1099 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 13.23 vs AWI: 29.87

EV-to-FCF 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 (2026-07-14), Armstrong World Industries's stock price is $155.53. Armstrong World Industries's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $7.050. Therefore, Armstrong World Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 22.06.


Armstrong World Industries  (NYSE:AWI) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF 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.

Armstrong World Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=155.53/7.050
=22.06

Armstrong World Industries's share price for today is $155.53.
Armstrong World Industries'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 $7.050.

* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Armstrong World Industries EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Armstrong World Industries EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Armstrong World Industries's EV-to-FCF 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.

Armstrong World Industries EV-to-FCF Chart

Armstrong World Industries Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Armstrong World Industries Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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AWI vs LPX, FBIN, TREX: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Armstrong World Industries's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.


Armstrong World Industries EV-to-FCF vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Armstrong World Industries's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Armstrong World Industries's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Armstrong World Industries EV-to-FCF Calculation

Armstrong World Industries's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=7127.040/238.6
=29.87

Armstrong World Industries's current Enterprise Value is $7,127 Mil.
Armstrong World Industries's Free Cash Flow 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 $239 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 29.87 mean?
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) has a EV-to-FCF of 29.87 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Armstrong World Industries and its competitors. This is 19% below median its historical median of 36.68. According to the industry distribution chart, Armstrong World Industries ranks #806 out of 1099 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 73.3%.
Is Armstrong World Industries' EV-to-FCF too high?
Armstrong World Industries' current EV-to-FCF of 29.87 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 36.68. The Construction industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.23. Armstrong World Industries' value of 29.87 is 125.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Armstrong World Industries ranks #806 out of 1099 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Armstrong World Industries has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Armstrong World Industries' EV-to-FCF compare to LPX and FBIN?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Armstrong World Industries ranks #806 out of 1099 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Armstrong World Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.23. Armstrong World Industries' value of 29.87 is 125.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 36.68 vs. the industry median of 13.23, Armstrong World Industries 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-FCF for a Construction company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Construction companies is 13.23, based on 1,099 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Armstrong World Industries's current EV-to-FCF of 29.87 is 125.8% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Armstrong World Industries and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Armstrong World Industries's current EV-to-FCF is 29.87, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 36.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Armstrong World Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $168.52, compared to a current price of $155.53 — trading 7.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 29.87, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 36.68 and 125.8% above the Construction industry median of 13.23. Armstrong World Industries' overall GF Score™ is 84/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Armstrong World Industries (AWI), the current EV-to-FCF is 29.87 as of Jul. 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 Armstrong World Industries (AWI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Armstrong World Industries stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $155.53 is trading 7.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $168.52. GuruFocus considers Armstrong World Industries to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for AWI:

  • EV-to-FCF: 29.87 (19% below median its 10-year median of 36.68)
  • GF Value™: $168.52 vs. price of $155.53 (7.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100
  • Industry Position: 125.8% above the Construction median (#806 of 1099)

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


Armstrong World Industries Business Description

Other Exchanges AWII34:Brazil
Address 2500 Columbia Avenue, Lancaster, PA, USA, 17603
Armstrong World Industries Inc designs and manufactures exterior architectural applications, including ceilings, specialty walls, and exterior metal solutions, using materials such as mineral fiber, fiberglass, metal, felt, architectural resin and glass, wood, wood fiber, and glass-reinforced-gypsum. Its segments include Mineral Fiber, which produces suspended mineral fiber and fiberglass ceiling systems and includes results from the Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE) for ceiling suspension system (grid) products; Architectural Specialties, which designs, produces, and sources specialty ceilings, walls, and other architectural applications for commercial settings, with revenues mainly project driven; and Unallocated Corporate. The company operates in the United States and Canada.
84GF Score

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