Smurfit WestRockSW +0.19%78 EV-to-FCF is 37.16 as of Jun. 30, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 34.88. GuruFocus rates SW with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $46.73 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 242 Packaging & Containers companies, Smurfit WestRock ranks worse than 77.69% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Smurfit WestRock's Enterprise Value is $37,868 Mil.
Smurfit WestRock's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,019 Mil. Therefore, Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-FCF for today is 37.16.
The historical rank and industry rank for Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SW'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4341.13 Med: 34.88 Max: 2477.73
Current: 37.16
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Smurfit WestRock was 2477.73. The lowest was -4341.13. And the median was 34.88.
SW's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 77.69% of 242
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 15.875
vs SW: 37.16
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.
Smurfit WestRock's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Smurfit WestRock's share price for today is $46.26.
Smurfit WestRock'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 $0.720.
* 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.
Smurfit WestRock EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Smurfit WestRock EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Smurfit WestRock'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 Packaging & Containers subindustry, Smurfit WestRock'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.
Smurfit WestRock EV-to-FCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Smurfit WestRock's current Enterprise Value is $37,868 Mil.
Smurfit WestRock'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 $1,019 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.
Smurfit WestRock (SW) has a EV-to-FCF of 37.16 as of Jun. 30, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Smurfit WestRock and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 34.88. According to the industry distribution chart, Smurfit WestRock ranks #188 out of 242 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 77.7%.
Is Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-FCF too high?
Smurfit WestRock's current EV-to-FCF of 37.16 is near median its 10-year median of 34.88. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.88. Smurfit WestRock's value of 37.16 is 134.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Smurfit WestRock ranks #188 out of 242 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Smurfit WestRock has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Smurfit WestRock's EV-to-FCF compare to PKG and IP?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Smurfit WestRock ranks #188 out of 242 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Smurfit WestRock in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.88. Smurfit WestRock's value of 37.16 is 134.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 34.88 vs. the industry median of 15.88, Smurfit WestRock 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 15.88, based on 242 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. Smurfit WestRock's current EV-to-FCF of 37.16 is 134.1% 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 Smurfit WestRock and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Smurfit WestRock's current EV-to-FCF is 37.16, which is near median its own 10-year median of 34.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Smurfit WestRock stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smurfit WestRock (SW) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $46.73, compared to a current price of $46.26 — trading 1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 37.16, which is near median its 10-year median of 34.88 and 134.1% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 15.88. Smurfit WestRock's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Smurfit WestRock (SW), the current EV-to-FCF is 37.16 as of Jun. 30, 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 Smurfit WestRock (SW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Smurfit WestRock stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $46.26 is trading 1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $46.73.
GuruFocus considers Smurfit WestRock to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SW:
EV-to-FCF: 37.16 (near median its 10-year median of 34.88)
GF Value™: $46.73 vs. price of $46.26 (1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 134.1% above the Packaging & Containers median (#188 of 242)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Smurfit WestRock PLC manufactures corrugated packaging and consumer packaging, such as folding cartons and paperboard. operates a vertically integrated system supplying wood and recovered fiber to produce various grades of board, which are then converted into packaging products. Its main packaging categories include corrugated containers and consumer packaging, with additional products such as solidboard, kraft paper, graphic board, paper sacks, and bag-in-box packaging. The company's geographical segments include North America (including the U.S., Canada and Mexico), Europe, the Middle East and Africa and Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from product sales in the North American region.
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