Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio 5.6x · EV/EBITDA 9.4x · ROE 31.7%. (1996–2025 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $3.9B | $2.8B | $3.0B | $3.0B | $3.2B | $3.1B | $2.0B | $1.9B | $2.3B | $2.7B | $2.2B |
| Enterprise Value | $5.2B | $4.2B | $5.8B | $5.4B | $5.2B | $5.5B | $4.7B | $4.6B | $3.1B | $3.5B | $3.2B |
| P/E Ratio → | 5.62 | 3.98 | 13.46 | 8.39 | 8.54 | 8.05 | 18.04 | 11.03 | 10.85 | 22.39 | 29.85 |
| P/S Ratio | 0.91 | 0.66 | 0.68 | 0.58 | 0.51 | 0.57 | 0.44 | 0.41 | 0.59 | 0.73 | 0.67 |
| P/B Ratio | 1.32 | 0.93 | 1.31 | 1.43 | 1.78 | 1.97 | 1.61 | 1.56 | 1.91 | 2.46 | 2.26 |
| P/FCF | — | — | 17.43 | 6.92 | 6.78 | 12.66 | 6.18 | 8.31 | 21.84 | 13.37 | 11.83 |
| P/OCF | 66.47 | 48.54 | 8.30 | 4.64 | 4.89 | 7.95 | 4.32 | 4.85 | 8.97 | 8.71 | 7.44 |
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Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 0.97 | 1.34 | 1.03 | 0.83 | 1.00 | 1.03 | 0.99 | 0.80 | 0.96 | 0.95 |
| EV / EBITDA | 9.42 | 7.52 | 10.25 | 6.43 | 6.26 | 6.76 | 8.50 | 7.43 | 6.24 | 8.86 | 8.95 |
| EV / EBIT | 17.70 | 22.86 | 18.91 | 8.90 | 8.94 | 9.70 | 15.42 | 12.01 | 8.71 | 13.37 | 14.60 |
| EV / FCF | — | — | 34.36 | 12.33 | 11.06 | 22.28 | 14.64 | 20.08 | 29.69 | 17.52 | 16.70 |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 22.2% | 22.2% | 20.6% | 22.0% | 20.2% | 19.7% | 20.3% | 20.9% | 20.4% | 19.6% | 20.6% |
| Operating Margin | 6.9% | 6.9% | 7.9% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 10.5% | 6.8% | 8.7% | 9.6% | 7.5% | 6.8% |
| Net Profit Margin | 19.6% | 19.6% | 6.1% | 6.9% | 5.9% | 7.0% | 2.4% | 3.7% | 5.4% | 3.3% | 2.3% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 31.7% | 31.7% | 12.2% | 18.3% | 22.1% | 27.7% | 8.9% | 14.2% | 18.5% | 11.5% | 7.2% |
| ROA | 13.5% | 13.5% | 4.2% | 6.3% | 6.7% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 6.5% | 3.7% | 2.3% |
| ROIC | 4.7% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 10.9% | 11.9% | 11.1% | 5.9% | 10.2% | 14.2% | 10.7% | 8.3% |
| ROCE | 5.7% | 5.7% | 6.4% | 12.8% | 13.9% | 13.0% | 6.7% | 11.2% | 14.6% | 10.8% | 8.7% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 0.52 | 0.52 | 1.36 | 1.20 | 1.20 | 1.57 | 2.29 | 2.27 | 0.76 | 0.90 | 1.04 |
| Debt / EBITDA | 2.84 | 2.84 | 5.40 | 3.04 | 2.60 | 3.07 | 5.11 | 4.48 | 1.84 | 2.46 | 2.90 |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | 0.43 | 1.28 | 1.12 | 1.12 | 1.50 | 2.20 | 2.21 | 0.69 | 0.76 | 0.93 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 2.38 | 2.38 | 5.05 | 2.82 | 2.42 | 2.92 | 4.92 | 4.35 | 1.65 | 2.10 | 2.61 |
| Debt / FCF | — | — | 16.93 | 5.41 | 4.27 | 9.63 | 8.47 | 11.77 | 7.85 | 4.15 | 4.87 |
| Interest Coverage | 3.24 | 3.24 | 2.28 | 6.27 | 9.59 | 6.16 | 2.61 | 3.38 | 6.95 | 4.33 | 2.87 |
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.47 | 1.47 | 1.53 | 1.46 | 1.43 | 1.27 | 1.30 | 1.51 | 1.47 | 1.45 | 1.40 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.17 | 1.17 | 1.13 | 1.10 | 1.05 | 0.89 | 1.01 | 1.08 | 1.03 | 1.04 | 0.98 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.23 | 0.23 | 0.19 | 0.19 | 0.14 | 0.09 | 0.11 | 0.09 | 0.14 | 0.21 | 0.16 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 0.74 | 0.65 | 0.88 | 1.16 | 0.96 | 0.82 | 0.85 | 1.21 | 1.13 | 1.05 |
| Inventory Turnover | 9.92 | 9.92 | 8.62 | 12.03 | 12.56 | 8.94 | 12.26 | 10.15 | 10.66 | 10.46 | 9.51 |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 55.75 | 62.90 | 46.12 | 43.06 | 58.43 | 51.46 | 52.76 | 43.03 | 44.84 | 43.84 |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.5% | 3.6% | 4.1% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 5.5% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 4.4% |
| Payout Ratio | 12.0% | 12.0% | 45.5% | 32.4% | 29.5% | 27.1% | 95.9% | 60.8% | 47.8% | 83.1% | 131.8% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 17.8% | 25.1% | 7.4% | 11.9% | 11.7% | 12.4% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 9.2% | 4.5% | 3.4% |
| FCF Yield | — | — | 5.7% | 14.5% | 14.7% | 7.9% | 16.2% | 12.0% | 4.6% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Buyback Yield | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.7% | 3.8% | 4.5% | 6.0% | 5.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 5.5% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 4.6% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $48M | $47M | $47M | $49M | $49M | $48M | $48M | $48M | $48M | $48M |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GEF stock.
Greif, Inc.'s current P/E ratio is 5.6x. The historical average is 20.2x. This places it at the 3th percentile of its historical range.
Greif, Inc.'s current EV/EBITDA is 9.4x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 8.9x.
Greif, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) is 31.7%. This is above the typical threshold of 15-20% considered good for most companies. The historical average is 13.2%.
Based on historical data, Greif, Inc. is trading at a P/E of 5.6x. This is at the 3th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
Greif, Inc.'s current dividend yield is 2.52% with a payout ratio of 12.0%.
Greif, Inc. has 22.2% gross margin and 6.9% operating margin.
Greif, Inc.'s Debt/EBITDA ratio is 2.8x, indicating moderate leverage. A ratio between 2-4x is manageable but warrants monitoring.
Key Metrics
Top Statement Risk
Earnings quality and cyclical demand
Metrics are mathematically derived from official filings.
Cyclical Earnings Distort Valuation
Greif's trailing P/E of 5.86 appears deeply discounted, but forward P/E of 20.05 suggests the market expects normalized earnings to fall sharply, per recent filings.
The trailing P/E is artificially low due to non-recurring gains inflating TTM net income, while the forward P/E implies a significant earnings normalization. EV/EBITDA of 9.72 is in line with peers like Silgan (8.06) and Sonoco (8.10), but the gap between trailing and forward multiples highlights the market's skepticism about earnings sustainability. The PEG of 0.13 is misleading given the cyclicality and one-time items, and investors should focus on normalized earnings power rather than headline multiples.
Margin Gap Signals Earnings Distortion
Operating margin of 6.85% contrasts sharply with net margin of 19.58%, indicating non-operating gains inflate reported profitability, as per financial statements.
The persistent gap between operating and net margins suggests that TTM net income is boosted by one-time items, such as divestiture gains or tax benefits, which are not reflective of core operations. Gross margin has remained stable around 22-23%, indicating effective cost pass-through, but operating margin volatility (ranging from -57.2% to 10.6%) underscores high fixed costs and cyclicality. Investors should build a normalized earnings model that excludes non-recurring items to assess true earning power.
Return on Capital Remains Subdued
ROIC has hovered around 1-2% in recent quarters, well below the cost of capital, suggesting value destruction despite a strong balance sheet, per reported figures.
ROIC of 2.3% in 2026Q3 is far below the company's cost of capital, indicating that recent investments are not generating adequate returns. ROE has been volatile, with a spike to 26.8% in 2025Q4 driven by one-time gains, but otherwise remains in the low single digits. The low returns reflect a capital-intensive business with cyclical demand and margin pressure, and the recent deleveraging has not yet translated into improved returns on invested capital.
Working Capital Efficiency Improves
Cash conversion cycle improved to 43 days in 2026Q3 from 57 days a year earlier, driven by tighter DSO and DIO, according to recent financial data.
The reduction in DSO from 72 to 57 days and DIO from 52 to 37 days indicates improved working capital management, though DPO also declined, offsetting some gains. The CCC of 43 days is still elevated compared to more efficient peers, but the trend suggests management is focusing on cash conversion. However, the 2025Q4 quarter showed extreme distortion (CCC of 325 days) due to a divestiture, so investors should focus on the normalized trend.
Deleveraging Enhances Financial Flexibility
Debt-to-equity fell from 1.52 in 2024Q2 to 0.39 in 2026Q3, with interest coverage improving to 13.97, per balance sheet data.
The significant reduction in leverage, with total debt down to $1.2B, has strengthened the balance sheet and reduced refinancing risk. Interest coverage of 13.97 in 2026Q3 is a marked improvement from 2.06 in 2024Q2, indicating that debt service is now comfortable. However, the D/EBITDA ratio of 6.83 in 2026Q3 is still elevated, though it has improved from 31.52 in 2024Q4, reflecting the impact of divestitures and debt repayment.
Liquidity Position Adequate but Tight
Current ratio of 1.29 and quick ratio of 0.99 in 2026Q3 indicate adequate short-term coverage, though inventory dependence remains, per latest filings.
The current ratio has declined from 1.57 in 2024Q2, but remains above 1.0, suggesting the company can meet short-term obligations. The quick ratio of 0.99 indicates that excluding inventory, liquidity is just sufficient, which could be a concern if inventory becomes difficult to liquidate during a downturn. The company's cash position of $288.5M provides a buffer, but the reliance on inventory and receivables for liquidity warrants monitoring.
Valuation Discount Reflects Conglomerate Structure
Greif trades at a P/E of 5.86 versus peers like Silgan (15.23) and Sonoco (14.66), but its EV/EBITDA of 9.72 is comparable, per peer data.
The low P/E is largely due to inflated TTM earnings, while the EV/EBITDA multiple is more in line with peers, suggesting the market is not applying a significant conglomerate discount on an EV basis. Greif's ROE of 2.5% is well below peers (Silgan 11.7%, Aptar 13.3%, Sonoco 18.3%), reflecting lower profitability and return on equity. The company's lower leverage (D/E 0.39) provides a balance sheet advantage, but the market may be pricing in the cyclicality and earnings quality concerns.
P/E Misleads on Cyclical Earnings
The trailing P/E of 5.86 is commonly misapplied to Greif, as it is distorted by non-recurring gains, obscuring the true earnings power, per financial data.
The P/E ratio is misleading for Greif because TTM net income includes significant one-time items, such as the $720.1M gain in 2025Q4, which inflate earnings and depress the multiple. A more appropriate metric is EV/EBITDA, which is less affected by non-operating items and better reflects the company's operating performance. Investors should also consider normalized P/E based on adjusted earnings that exclude one-time gains and losses, as the forward P/E of 20.05 suggests the market expects a sharp decline in earnings.