GWRS (Global Water Resources) EV-to-FCF: -8.28 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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GWRS Global Water Resources Inc GWRS
67 GF Score
Price $7.09
GF Value $10.84
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Global Water Resources EV-to-FCF?

Global Water Resources GWRS +1.43% 67 EV-to-FCF is -8.28 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates GWRS with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.84 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 300 Utilities - Regulated companies, Global Water Resources ranks worse than 333333% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Global Water Resources's Enterprise Value is $341.21 Mil. Global Water Resources's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-41.22 Mil. Therefore, Global Water Resources's EV-to-FCF for today is -8.28.

The historical rank and industry rank for Global Water Resources's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

GWRS' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2564.62   Med: -10.28   Max: 1078.98
Current: -8.28

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Global Water Resources was 1078.98. The lowest was -2564.62. And the median was -10.28.

GWRS's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 300 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 18.24 vs GWRS: -8.28

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), Global Water Resources's stock price is $7.09. Global Water Resources's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.070. Therefore, Global Water Resources's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 101.29.


Global Water Resources  (NAS:GWRS) 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.

Global Water Resources's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=7.09/0.070
=101.29

Global Water Resources's share price for today is $7.09.
Global Water Resources'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 $0.070.

* 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.


Global Water Resources EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Global Water Resources EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Global Water Resources'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.

Global Water Resources EV-to-FCF Chart

Global Water Resources Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Global Water Resources Quarterly Data
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GWRS vs PCYO, CDZI, ARTNA: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, Global Water Resources'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.


Global Water Resources EV-to-FCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Global Water Resources's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Global Water Resources's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Global Water Resources EV-to-FCF Calculation

Global Water Resources's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=341.208/-41.216
=-8.28

Global Water Resources's current Enterprise Value is $341.21 Mil.
Global Water Resources'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 $-41.22 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 -8.28 mean?
Global Water Resources (GWRS) has a EV-to-FCF of -8.28 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Global Water Resources and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Global Water Resources ranks #999999 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry.
Is Global Water Resources' EV-to-FCF too high?
Global Water Resources' current EV-to-FCF is -8.28. Based on the distribution chart, Global Water Resources ranks #999999 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Global Water Resources has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Global Water Resources' EV-to-FCF compare to PCYO and CDZI?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Global Water Resources ranks #999999 out of 300 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Global Water Resources in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.24. 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 18.24, based on 300 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. 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 Global Water Resources and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Global Water Resources's current EV-to-FCF is -8.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Global Water Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Water Resources (GWRS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.84, compared to a current price of $7.09 — trading 34.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -8.28. Global Water Resources' overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 11 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 Global Water Resources (GWRS), the current EV-to-FCF is -8.28 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 Global Water Resources (GWRS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Water Resources stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $7.09 is trading 34.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $10.84. GuruFocus considers Global Water Resources to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for GWRS:

  • EV-to-FCF: -8.28
  • GF Value™: $10.84 vs. price of $7.09 (34.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 11 warning signs

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


Global Water Resources Business Description

Address 21410 North 19th Avenue, Suite 220, Phoenix, AZ, USA, 85027
Global Water Resources Inc operates as a water resources management company that owns, operates, and manages water, wastewater, and recycled water utilities in strategically located communities, principally in metropolitan Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona. It operates within the State of Arizona. Operating revenue of the company is derived from regulated water, wastewater, and recycled water service provided to customers based upon tariff rates.
67GF Score

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