Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — 13% Below Median

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FRA:LW2 Distribution Solutions Group Inc FRA:LW2
76 GF Score
Price €29.00
GF Value €27.60
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What is Distribution Solutions Group GF Value Rank?

Distribution Solutions Group FRA:LW2 -0.68% 76 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 8.00. GuruFocus rates FRA:LW2 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of €27.60. The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review.

Distribution Solutions Group has the GF Value Rank of 7.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

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Distribution Solutions Group GF Value Rank Related Terms


FRA:LW2 vs GIC, DXPE, DNOW: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Distribution Solutions Group's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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.


Distribution Solutions Group GF Value Rank vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Distribution Solutions Group's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Distribution Solutions Group's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 7 mean?
Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Jul. 29, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Distribution Solutions Group and its competitors. This is 13% below median its historical median of 8.00. Over the past decade, Distribution Solutions Group's GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00.
Is Distribution Solutions Group's GF Value Rank too high?
Distribution Solutions Group's current GF Value Rank of 7 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Distribution Solutions Group has a GF Score™ of 76/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Distribution Solutions Group's GF Value Rank compare to GIC and DXPE?
Distribution Solutions Group's GF Value Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Industrial Distribution industry. Historically, Distribution Solutions Group's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for an Industrial Distribution company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Industrial Distribution industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Distribution Solutions Group and its competitors. Distribution Solutions Group's current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 8.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Distribution Solutions Group stock overvalued right now?
Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) has a current GF Value Rank of 7. The stock's GF Value™ is €27.60, compared to a current price of €29.00 — trading 5.1% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 7, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Distribution Solutions Group's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 11 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Jul. 29, 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 Distribution Solutions Group (FRA:LW2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Distribution Solutions Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €29.00 is trading 5.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of €27.60.

Key valuation signals for FRA:LW2:

  • GF Value Rank: 7 (13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00)
  • GF Value™: €27.60 vs. price of €29.00 (5.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 11 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:LW2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Distribution Solutions Group Business Description

Other Exchanges DSGR:USALW2:Germany
Address 301 Commerce Street, Suite 1700, Fort Worth, TX, USA, 76102
Distribution Solutions Group Inc is a specialty distribution company providing value-added distribution solutions to the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and industrial technology markets. The company operates through four reportable segments: Lawson, TestEquity, Gexpro Services and Canada Branch Division. Lawson distributes specialty products and services to the industrial, commercial, institutional and government MRO marketplace. TestEquity, which generates maximum revenue, distributes test and measurement equipment and solutions, industrial and electronic production supplies and vendor managed inventory programs. Gexpro Services is a supply chain solutions provider. The company generates majority of its revenue from United States.
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