W.W. GraingerMEX:GWW 89 EV-to-FCF is 45.80 as of Jul. 02, 2026, which is 71% above its 10-year median of 26.71. GuruFocus rates MEX:GWW with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN18,367.19 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 118 Industrial Distribution companies, W.W. Grainger ranks worse than 89.83% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, W.W. Grainger's Enterprise Value is MXN1,150,686 Mil.
W.W. Grainger's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN25,126 Mil. Therefore, W.W. Grainger's EV-to-FCF for today is 45.80.
The historical rank and industry rank for W.W. Grainger's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:GWW'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.58 Med: 26.71 Max: 48.75
Current: 47.63
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of W.W. Grainger was 48.75. The lowest was 15.58. And the median was 26.71.
MEX:GWW's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 89.83% of 118
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 14.885
vs MEX:GWW: 47.63
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.
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.
W.W. Grainger's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
W.W. Grainger's share price for today is MXN22029.96.
W.W. Grainger'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 MXN680.332.
* 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.
W.W. Grainger EV-to-FCF Related Terms
W.W. Grainger EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for W.W. Grainger'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.
For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, W.W. Grainger'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.
W.W. Grainger EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, W.W. Grainger's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where W.W. Grainger's EV-to-FCF falls into.
W.W. Grainger's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,150,686 Mil.
W.W. Grainger'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 MXN25,126 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.
W.W. Grainger (MEX:GWW) has a EV-to-FCF of 45.80 as of Jul. 02, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on W.W. Grainger and its competitors. This is 71% above median its historical median of 26.71. Over the past decade, W.W. Grainger's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 15.58 to 48.75. According to the industry distribution chart, W.W. Grainger ranks #106 out of 118 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 89.8%.
Is W.W. Grainger's EV-to-FCF too high?
W.W. Grainger's current EV-to-FCF of 45.80 is 71% above median its 10-year median of 26.71. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.58 to a high of 48.75. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.89. W.W. Grainger's value of 45.80 is 207.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, W.W. Grainger ranks #106 out of 118 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, W.W. Grainger has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does W.W. Grainger's EV-to-FCF compare to FAST and FERG?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, W.W. Grainger ranks #106 out of 118 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places W.W. Grainger in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.89. W.W. Grainger's value of 45.80 is 207.7% above this benchmark. Historically, W.W. Grainger's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 15.58 to 48.75 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.71 vs. the industry median of 14.89, W.W. Grainger 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 14.89, based on 118 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. W.W. Grainger's current EV-to-FCF of 45.80 is 207.7% 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 W.W. Grainger and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. W.W. Grainger's current EV-to-FCF is 45.80, which is 71% above median its own 10-year median of 26.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is W.W. Grainger stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.W. Grainger (MEX:GWW) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN18,367.19, compared to a current price of MXN22,029.96 — trading 19.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 45.80, which is 71% above median its 10-year median of 26.71 and 207.7% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 14.89. W.W. Grainger's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 7 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 W.W. Grainger (MEX:GWW), the current EV-to-FCF is 45.80 as of Jul. 02, 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 W.W. Grainger (MEX:GWW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.W. Grainger stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of MXN22,029.96 is trading 19.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN18,367.19.
GuruFocus considers W.W. Grainger to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:GWW:
EV-to-FCF: 45.80 (71% above median its 10-year median of 26.71)
GF Value™: MXN18,367.19 vs. price of MXN22,029.96 (19.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 207.7% above the Industrial Distribution median (#106 of 118)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:GWW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded in 1927, W.W. Grainger originally distributed various motors via a mail-order catalogue. Over the course of the 20th century, the firm expanded into new industrial product categories and launched its first digital catalogue in 1995. Today, the company organizes itself into two segments focused on different customer bases. Its larger segment, high-touch solutions, offers a vast array of maintenance, repair, and operations, or MRO, supplies and bespoke inventory management services to larger businesses. Its smaller segment, endless assortment, operates two online platforms, Zoro and MonotaRO, that offer comprehensive catalogues of MRO supplies to smaller businesses. Grainger has operations throughout the world but primarily generates sales within the US.
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