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EVI IndustriesEVI -3.74%69 Forward PE Ratio is 16.69 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates EVI with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $24.56 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 65 Industrial Distribution companies, EVI Industries ranks better than 60% on this metric.
EVI Industries (AMEX:EVI) Forward PE Ratio Explanation
The Forward PE Ratio of a company is often used to compare current earnings to estimated future earnings, as well as gaining a clearer picture of what earnings will look like without charges and other accounting adjustments. If earnings are expected to grow in the future, the Forward PE Ratio will be lower than the current PE Ratio. This measure is also used to compare one company to another with a forward-looking focus.
Trailing PE Ratio relies on what is already done. It uses the current share price and divides by the total EPS (Basic) over the past 12 months. PE Ratio can be affected by Non Operating Income such as the sale of part of businesses. This may increase for the current year or quarter dramatically. But it cannot be repeated over and over. Therefore PE Ratio without NRI is a more accurate indication of valuation than PE Ratio .
EVI Industries Forward PE Ratio Related Terms
EVI Industries Forward PE Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for EVI Industries's Forward PE Ratio 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.
EVI Industries Forward PE Ratio Chart
EVI Industries Annual Data
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EVI Industries Quarterly Data
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EVI vs TLIH, WXM, BXC: Forward PE Ratio Comparison
For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, EVI Industries's Forward PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Forward PE Ratio 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.
EVI Industries Forward PE Ratio vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, EVI Industries's Forward PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where EVI Industries's Forward PE Ratio falls into.
It's a measure of the price-to-earnings ratio (PE Ratio) using forecasted earnings for the calculation. While the earnings used are just an estimate and are not as reliable as current earnings data, there is still benefit in estimated P/E analysis. The forecasted earnings used in the formula can either be for the next 12 months or for the next full-year fiscal period.
EVI Industries (EVI) has a Forward PE Ratio of 16.69 as of Aug. 20, 2026. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on EVI Industries and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, EVI Industries ranks #26 out of 65 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 40%.
Is EVI Industries' Forward PE Ratio too high?
EVI Industries' current Forward PE Ratio is 16.69. The Industrial Distribution industry median Forward PE Ratio is 20.38. EVI Industries' value of 16.69 is 18.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, EVI Industries ranks #26 out of 65 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, EVI Industries has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does EVI Industries' Forward PE Ratio compare to TLIH and WXM?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, EVI Industries ranks #26 out of 65 companies for Forward PE Ratio. This puts EVI Industries in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Forward PE Ratio is 20.38. EVI Industries' value of 16.69 is 18.1% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Forward PE Ratio for an Industrial Distribution company?
The median Forward PE Ratio among Industrial Distribution companies is 20.38, based on 65 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Forward PE Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Forward PE Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. EVI Industries's current Forward PE Ratio of 16.69 is 18.1% 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 Forward PE Ratio mean?
A high Forward PE Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on EVI Industries and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median Forward PE Ratio is 20.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. EVI Industries's current Forward PE Ratio is 16.69. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is EVI Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EVI Industries (EVI) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $24.56, compared to a current price of $15.19 — trading 38.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Forward PE Ratio is 16.69 and 18.1% below the Industrial Distribution industry median of 20.38. EVI Industries' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Forward PE Ratio calculated?
Forward PE Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For EVI Industries (EVI), the current Forward PE Ratio is 16.69 as of Aug. 20, 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 EVI Industries (EVI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EVI Industries stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $15.19 is trading 38.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $24.56.
GuruFocus considers EVI Industries to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for EVI:
Forward PE Ratio: 16.69
GF Value™: $24.56 vs. price of $15.19 (38.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 18.1% below the Industrial Distribution median (#26 of 65)
No single metric tells the full story. See the EVI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
EVI Industries Inc is a value-added distributor and service provider in the commercial laundry industry. It sells and leases commercial laundry equipment, specializing in washing, drying, finishing, material handling, water heating, power generation, and water reuse applications. The company supports its equipment offerings with installation, maintenance, and repair services through a large network of trained technicians. It serves a wide range of customers, including commercial, industrial, institutional, government, and retail sectors. Geographically, the company serves various countries including United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
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