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PAR:RXL

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Price: 37.5 EUR -2.55% Market Closed
Market Cap: €11.1B

EV/EBITDA

9.2
Current
71%
More Expensive
vs 3-y average of 5.4

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
9.2
=
Enterprise Value
€14B
/
EBITDA
€1.5B

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
9.2
=
Enterprise Value
€14B
/
EBITDA
€1.5B

Valuation Scenarios

Rexel SA is trading above its 3-year average

If EV/EBITDA returns to its 3-Year Average (5.4), the stock would be worth €21.88 (42% downside from current price).

Statistics
Positive Scenarios
0/4
Maximum Downside
-42%
Maximum Upside
No Upside Scenarios
Average Downside
27%
Scenario EV/EBITDA Value Implied Price Upside/Downside
Current Multiple 9.2 €37.5
0%
3-Year Average 5.4 €21.88
-42%
5-Year Average 5.4 €22.02
-41%
Industry Average 8.9 €36.2
-3%
Country Average 7.3 €29.71
-21%

Forward EV/EBITDA
Today’s price vs future ebitda

Today's Enterprise Value EBITDA Forward EV/EBITDA
€14B
/
Jan 2026
€1.5B
=
9.2
Current
€14B
/
Dec 2026
€1.7B
=
8.4
Forward
€14B
/
Dec 2027
€1.8B
=
7.8
Forward
€14B
/
Dec 2028
€1.9B
=
7.2
Forward

Forward EV/EBITDA shows whether today’s EV/EBITDA still looks high or low once future ebitda are taken into account.

Peer Comparison

All Multiples
EV/EBITDA
P/E
All Countries
Close
Market Cap EV/EBITDA P/E
FR
Rexel SA
PAR:RXL
11B EUR 9.2 18.7
JP
Mitsubishi Corp
TSE:8058
18.2T JPY 26.5 24.9
JP
Mitsui & Co Ltd
TSE:8031
16.7T JPY 24 19.4
JP
Itochu Corp
TSE:8001
15.7T JPY 16.2 16.9
JP
Marubeni Corp
TSE:8002
9.7T JPY 23.2 18.9
US
W W Grainger Inc
NYSE:GWW
55.1B USD 20.6 32.3
US
WW Grainger Inc
XMUN:GWW
46B EUR 20.4 31.8
US
Fastenal Co
NASDAQ:FAST
52.6B USD 27.6 40.2
US
Ferguson Enterprises Inc
NYSE:FERG
50.8B USD 43.5 65.2
US
United Rentals Inc
NYSE:URI
50.2B USD 9 20.7
JP
Sumitomo Corp
TSE:8053
7.2T JPY 15.1 13
EV/EBITDA Multiple
EBITDA Growth EV/EBITDA to Growth
FR
Rexel SA
PAR:RXL
Average EV/EBITDA: 21.4
9.2
8%
1.1
JP
Mitsubishi Corp
TSE:8058
26.5
5%
5.3
JP
Mitsui & Co Ltd
TSE:8031
24
4%
6
JP
Itochu Corp
TSE:8001
16.2
5%
3.2
JP
Marubeni Corp
TSE:8002
23.2
2%
11.6
US
W W Grainger Inc
NYSE:GWW
20.6
11%
1.9
US
W
WW Grainger Inc
XMUN:GWW
20.4
11%
1.9
US
Fastenal Co
NASDAQ:FAST
27.6
10%
2.8
US
Ferguson Enterprises Inc
NYSE:FERG
43.5
48%
0.9
US
United Rentals Inc
NYSE:URI
9
9%
1
JP
Sumitomo Corp
TSE:8053
15.1
2%
7.6

Market Distribution

In line with most companies in France
Percentile
60th
Based on 1 558 companies
60th percentile
9.2
Low
0.1 — 5.3
Typical Range
5.3 — 11.7
High
11.7 —
Distribution Statistics
France
Min 0.1
30th Percentile 5.3
Median 7.3
70th Percentile 11.7
Max 1 862.3

Rexel SA
Glance View

Rexel SA, a global leader in the distribution of electrical supplies, operates at the nexus of efficiency and innovation, shaping the infrastructure that powers and lights our modern world. Founded in France in 1967, Rexel has methodically expanded its footprint across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, establishing a robust network that connects a diverse customer base with essential electrical products. This network includes electricians, contractors, and industrial operators who rely heavily on Rexel's extensive inventory of lighting, cables, and climate control systems, among other offerings. Through a sophisticated logistics chain and a proactive approach to technology, Rexel ensures that it efficiently meets the dynamic demands of its clients, providing not just products but solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability. Rexel's business model thrives on its capacity to seamlessly integrate traditional distribution strengths with digital transformation initiatives. The company strategically invests in digital channels and data analytics, enabling an omni-channel experience where customers can access products and services through an online platform, complementing traditional in-store services. This dual approach not only accelerates Rexel's service delivery but also enriches customer interaction, increasing loyalty and satisfaction. By focusing on value-added services like energy management and supply chain optimization, Rexel crafts a competitive edge that elevates its standard product offering. Through these initiatives, Rexel SA transforms the simple act of distributing electrical supplies into a sophisticated enterprise that drives efficiency and innovation across the industries it serves.

RXL Intrinsic Value
43.89 EUR
Undervaluation 15%
Intrinsic Value
Price €37.5
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