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Fonterra Co-operative GroupNZSE:FCG +0.45%61 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.18 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 20% above its 10-year median of 5.98. GuruFocus rates NZSE:FCG with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of NZ$2.99 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,645 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Fonterra Co-operative Group ranks better than 63.77% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Fonterra Co-operative Group's enterprise value is NZ$15,923 Mil.
Fonterra Co-operative Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was NZ$2,218 Mil. Therefore, Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.18.
The historical rank and industry rank for Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
NZSE:FCG'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.52 Med: 5.98 Max: 17.85
Current: 7.18
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Fonterra Co-operative Group was 17.85. The lowest was 2.52. And the median was 5.98.
NZSE:FCG's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 63.77% of 1645
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.11
vs NZSE:FCG: 7.18
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
Fonterra Co-operative Group (NZSE:FCG) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. 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.
Fonterra Co-operative Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Fonterra Co-operative Group's share price for today is NZ$4.42.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Fonterra Co-operative Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was NZ$0.440.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
* 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.
NZSE:FCG vs KHC, GIS, HRL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
Fonterra Co-operative Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Fonterra Co-operative Group's current Enterprise Value is NZ$15,923 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Fonterra Co-operative Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was NZ$2,218 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.
Fonterra Co-operative Group (NZSE:FCG) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.18 as of Aug. 22, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Fonterra Co-operative Group. This is 20% above median its historical median of 5.98. Over the past decade, Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.52 to 17.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Fonterra Co-operative Group ranks #596 out of 1645 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 36.2%.
Is Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Fonterra Co-operative Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.18 is 20% above median its 10-year median of 5.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.52 to a high of 17.85. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.11. Fonterra Co-operative Group's value of 7.18 is 21.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Fonterra Co-operative Group ranks #596 out of 1645 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Fonterra Co-operative Group has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Fonterra Co-operative Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Fonterra Co-operative Group ranks #596 out of 1645 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Fonterra Co-operative Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.11. Fonterra Co-operative Group's value of 7.18 is 21.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Fonterra Co-operative Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.52 to 17.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.98 vs. the industry median of 9.11, Fonterra Co-operative Group has consistently been below 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-EBITDA for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.11, based on 1,645 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Fonterra Co-operative Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.18 is 21.2% 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 EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Fonterra Co-operative Group. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Fonterra Co-operative Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.18, which is 20% above median its own 10-year median of 5.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Fonterra Co-operative Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fonterra Co-operative Group (NZSE:FCG) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NZ$2.99, compared to a current price of NZ$4.42 — trading 47.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.18, which is 20% above median its 10-year median of 5.98 and 21.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.11. Fonterra Co-operative Group's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Fonterra Co-operative Group (NZSE:FCG), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.18 as of Aug. 22, 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 Fonterra Co-operative Group (NZSE:FCG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fonterra Co-operative Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of NZ$4.42 is trading 47.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of NZ$2.99.
GuruFocus considers Fonterra Co-operative Group to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NZSE:FCG:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.18 (20% above median its 10-year median of 5.98)
GF Value™: NZ$2.99 vs. price of NZ$4.42 (47.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 21.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#596 of 1645)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NZSE:FCG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd operates predominantly in the international dairy industry. The company is involved in the collection, manufacture, and sale of milk and milk-derived products through its ingredients, Consumer and Foodservice channels. The company's reportable segments are Global Markets, Greater China, and Core Operations and the majority of the revenue is generated from its core operations segment. Its primary geographic markets is Asia, China, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and the Rest of the world.
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