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EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, MSC Industrial Direct Co's Enterprise Value is €6,503 Mil.
MSC Industrial Direct Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was €188 Mil. Therefore, MSC Industrial Direct Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 34.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for MSC Industrial Direct Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:98M'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.28 Med: 18.46 Max: 57.86
Current: 33.67
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of MSC Industrial Direct Co was 57.86. The lowest was 9.28. And the median was 18.46.
STU:98M's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 76.47% of 119
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 15.06
vs STU:98M: 33.67
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.
MSC Industrial Direct Co (STU:98M) 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
MSC Industrial Direct Co's share price for today is €108.80.
MSC Industrial Direct Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €3.548.
* 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
MSC Industrial Direct Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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, MSC Industrial Direct 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Co EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, MSC Industrial Direct Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where MSC Industrial Direct Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
MSC Industrial Direct Co's current Enterprise Value is €6,503 Mil.
MSC Industrial Direct Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €188 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.
MSC Industrial Direct Co (STU:98M) has a EV-to-FCF of 34.63 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on MSC Industrial Direct Co and its competitors. This is 88% above median its historical median of 18.46. Over the past decade, MSC Industrial Direct Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 9.28 to 57.86. According to the industry distribution chart, MSC Industrial Direct Co ranks #91 out of 119 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 76.5%.
Is MSC Industrial Direct Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
MSC Industrial Direct Co's current EV-to-FCF of 34.63 is 88% above median its 10-year median of 18.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.28 to a high of 57.86. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.06. MSC Industrial Direct Co's value of 34.63 is 129.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MSC Industrial Direct Co ranks #91 out of 119 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, MSC Industrial Direct Co has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MSC Industrial Direct Co's EV-to-FCF compare to POOL and XMTR?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, MSC Industrial Direct Co ranks #91 out of 119 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places MSC Industrial Direct Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.06. MSC Industrial Direct Co's value of 34.63 is 129.9% above this benchmark. Historically, MSC Industrial Direct Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 9.28 to 57.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.46 vs. the industry median of 15.06, MSC Industrial Direct 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 15.06, based on 119 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. MSC Industrial Direct Co's current EV-to-FCF of 34.63 is 129.9% 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 MSC Industrial Direct Co and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.06 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MSC Industrial Direct Co's current EV-to-FCF is 34.63, which is 88% above median its own 10-year median of 18.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MSC Industrial Direct Co stock overvalued right now?
MSC Industrial Direct Co (STU:98M) has a current EV-to-FCF of 34.63. The stock's GF Value™ is €80.82, compared to a current price of €108.80 — trading 34.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 34.63, which is 88% above median its 10-year median of 18.46 and 129.9% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 15.06. MSC Industrial Direct Co's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 8 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 MSC Industrial Direct Co (STU:98M), the current EV-to-FCF is 34.63 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 MSC Industrial Direct Co (STU:98M) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MSC Industrial Direct Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €108.80 is trading 34.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €80.82.
Key valuation signals for STU:98M:
EV-to-FCF: 34.63 (88% above median its 10-year median of 18.46)
GF Value™: €80.82 vs. price of €108.80 (34.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 129.9% above the Industrial Distribution median (#91 of 119)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:98M stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded in 1941, MSC Industrial Direct originally manufactured and sold cutting tools to metalworking shops in New York. Through a series of acquisitions and organic expansions, MSC has grown into an industrial distribution powerhouse with a focus on specialized metalworking products and services. The firm also distributes a wide breadth of maintenance, repair, and operations supplies. MSC primarily operates in North America, where it derives over 95% of its revenue.
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