W.P. Carey (STU:WPY) EV-to-FCF: 21.05 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — Near Median

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STU:WPY W.P. Carey Inc STU:WPY
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Price €63.78
GF Value €57.84
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is W.P. Carey EV-to-FCF?

W.P. Carey STU:WPY -0.22% 80 EV-to-FCF is 21.05 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 2% below its 10-year median of 21.52. GuruFocus rates STU:WPY with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €57.84 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 732 REITs companies, W.P. Carey ranks better than 57.1% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, W.P. Carey's Enterprise Value is €22,105 Mil. W.P. Carey's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,050 Mil. Therefore, W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF for today is 21.05.

The historical rank and industry rank for W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

STU:WPY' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.51   Med: 21.52   Max: 36.27
Current: 20.85

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of W.P. Carey was 36.27. The lowest was 10.51. And the median was 21.52.

STU:WPY's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
57.1% of 732 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 23.18 vs STU:WPY: 20.85

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 (2026-08-03), W.P. Carey's stock price is €63.78. W.P. Carey's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €2.521. Therefore, W.P. Carey's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 25.30.


W.P. Carey  (STU:WPY) 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.

W.P. Carey's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=63.78/2.521
=25.30

W.P. Carey's share price for today is €63.78.
W.P. Carey'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 €2.521.

* 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.P. Carey EV-to-FCF Related Terms


W.P. Carey EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for W.P. Carey'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.

W.P. Carey EV-to-FCF Chart

W.P. Carey Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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W.P. Carey Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 17.60 18.26 17.69 18.31 20.46

STU:WPY vs VICI, BNL, GNL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the REIT - Diversified subindustry, W.P. Carey'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.P. Carey EV-to-FCF vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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W.P. Carey EV-to-FCF Calculation

W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=22104.639/1050.333
=21.05

W.P. Carey's current Enterprise Value is €22,105 Mil.
W.P. Carey'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 €1,050 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 21.05 mean?
W.P. Carey (STU:WPY) has a EV-to-FCF of 21.05 as of Aug. 03, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on W.P. Carey and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 21.52. Over the past decade, W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.51 to 36.27. According to the industry distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #314 out of 732 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 42.9%.
Is W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF too high?
W.P. Carey's current EV-to-FCF of 21.05 is near median its 10-year median of 21.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.51 to a high of 36.27. The REITs industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.18. W.P. Carey's value of 21.05 is 9.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #314 out of 732 companies in the REITs industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, W.P. Carey has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does W.P. Carey's EV-to-FCF compare to VICI and BNL?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #314 out of 732 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts W.P. Carey in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.18. W.P. Carey's value of 21.05 is 9.2% below this benchmark. Historically, W.P. Carey's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.51 to 36.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.52 vs. the industry median of 23.18, W.P. Carey has consistently been below 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 REITs company?
The median EV-to-FCF among REITs companies is 23.18, based on 732 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.P. Carey's current EV-to-FCF of 21.05 is 9.2% below 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.P. Carey and its competitors. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 23.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. W.P. Carey's current EV-to-FCF is 21.05, which is near median its own 10-year median of 21.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is W.P. Carey stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.P. Carey (STU:WPY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €57.84, compared to a current price of €63.78 — trading 10.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 21.05, which is near median its 10-year median of 21.52 and 9.2% below the REITs industry median of 23.18. W.P. Carey's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 W.P. Carey (STU:WPY), the current EV-to-FCF is 21.05 as of Aug. 03, 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.P. Carey (STU:WPY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.P. Carey stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €63.78 is trading 10.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €57.84. GuruFocus considers W.P. Carey to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:WPY:

  • EV-to-FCF: 21.05 (near median its 10-year median of 21.52)
  • GF Value™: €57.84 vs. price of €63.78 (10.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 9.2% below the REITs median (#314 of 732)

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


W.P. Carey Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges WPC:USA0LS8:UK
Address One Manhattan West, 395 9th Avenue, 58th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10001
W.P. Carey Inc is a real estate investment trust principally involved in the ownership of properties located in the U.S., Western Europe, and Northern Europe. W.P. Carey organizes its operations into Real Estate and Investment Management segments. The vast majority of the company's income is derived from its Real Estate division in the form of lease revenue from long-term agreements with companies. W.P. Carey's real estate portfolio is comprised of single-tenant office, industrial, warehouse, and retail facilities located around the world. majority of the company's revenue comes from properties in the USA. Its Investment Management unit generates revenue from providing real estate advisory and portfolio management services to other REITs.
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