Graham Holdings Co (FRA:WPOB) EV-to-FCF: 21.59 (As of Aug. 06, 2026) — Near Median

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FRA:WPOB Graham Holdings Co FRA:WPOB
91 GF Score
Price €1,050.00
GF Value €861.67
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What is Graham Holdings Co EV-to-FCF?

Graham Holdings Co FRA:WPOB 91 EV-to-FCF is 21.59 as of Aug. 06, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 21.04. GuruFocus rates FRA:WPOB with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of €861.67. The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 349 Conglomerates companies, Graham Holdings Co ranks worse than 59.03% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Graham Holdings Co's Enterprise Value is €4,586 Mil. Graham Holdings Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €212 Mil. Therefore, Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 21.59.

The historical rank and industry rank for Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:WPOB' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.44   Med: 21.04   Max: 250.06
Current: 21.33

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Graham Holdings Co was 250.06. The lowest was 8.44. And the median was 21.04.

FRA:WPOB's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
59.03% of 349 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 17.53 vs FRA:WPOB: 21.33

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 (2026-08-06), Graham Holdings Co's stock price is €1050.00. Graham Holdings Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €106.888. Therefore, Graham Holdings Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.82.


Graham Holdings Co  (FRA:WPOB) 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.

Graham Holdings Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1050.00/106.888
=9.82

Graham Holdings Co's share price for today is €1050.00.
Graham Holdings Co'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 €106.888.

* 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.


Graham Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Graham Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Graham Holdings Co'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.

Graham Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Graham Holdings Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Graham Holdings Co Quarterly Data
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FRA:WPOB vs SEB, OTTR, TTI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Graham Holdings Co'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.


Graham Holdings Co EV-to-FCF vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Graham Holdings Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4585.899/212.421
=21.59

Graham Holdings Co's current Enterprise Value is €4,586 Mil.
Graham Holdings Co's Free Cash Flow 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 €212 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 21.59 mean?
Graham Holdings Co (FRA:WPOB) has a EV-to-FCF of 21.59 as of Aug. 06, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Graham Holdings Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 21.04. Over the past decade, Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.44 to 250.06. According to the industry distribution chart, Graham Holdings Co ranks #206 out of 349 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 59%.
Is Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Graham Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF of 21.59 is near median its 10-year median of 21.04. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.44 to a high of 250.06. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.53. Graham Holdings Co's value of 21.59 is 23.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Graham Holdings Co ranks #206 out of 349 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Graham Holdings Co has a GF Score™ of 91/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Graham Holdings Co's EV-to-FCF compare to SEB and OTTR?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Graham Holdings Co ranks #206 out of 349 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Graham Holdings Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.53. Graham Holdings Co's value of 21.59 is 23.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Graham Holdings Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.44 to 250.06 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.04 vs. the industry median of 17.53, Graham Holdings Co 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Conglomerates companies is 17.53, based on 349 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. Graham Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF of 21.59 is 23.2% 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-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 Graham Holdings Co and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Graham Holdings Co's current EV-to-FCF is 21.59, which is near median its own 10-year median of 21.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Graham Holdings Co stock overvalued right now?
Graham Holdings Co (FRA:WPOB) has a current EV-to-FCF of 21.59. The stock's GF Value™ is €861.67, compared to a current price of €1,050.00 — trading 21.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 21.59, which is near median its 10-year median of 21.04 and 23.2% above the Conglomerates industry median of 17.53. Graham Holdings Co's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 9 warning signs to review. 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 Graham Holdings Co (FRA:WPOB), the current EV-to-FCF is 21.59 as of Aug. 06, 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 Graham Holdings Co (FRA:WPOB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Graham Holdings Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €1,050.00 is trading 21.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €861.67.

Key valuation signals for FRA:WPOB:

  • EV-to-FCF: 21.59 (near median its 10-year median of 21.04)
  • GF Value™: €861.67 vs. price of €1,050.00 (21.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 23.2% above the Conglomerates median (#206 of 349)

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


Graham Holdings Co Business Description

Other Exchanges GHC:USA
Address 1812 North Moore Street, Arlington, VA, USA, 22209
Graham Holdings Company is a diversified holding company with operations spanning educational services, television broadcasting, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive dealerships, and other businesses. The Company's education activities are conducted through Kaplan, whose services include academic preparation programs for international students, English-language programs, exam preparation, and career and academic advisement. These services are provided to students, schools, and colleges, both domestically and outside the United States. It operates through seven reportable segments: Kaplan International, Kaplan Higher Education, Kaplan Supplemental Education, Television Broadcasting, CSI, Manufacturing and Automotive, with key revenue coming from the Education and Automotive segments.
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