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FutureFuelFF -2.20%58 EV-to-OCF is -1.86 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates FF with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.95 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,607 Chemicals companies, FutureFuel ranks better than 77.91% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, FutureFuel's Enterprise Value is $80.7 Mil.
FutureFuel's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-43.3 Mil. Therefore, FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF for today is -1.86.
The historical rank and industry rank for FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5.47 Med: 4.08 Max: 27.88
Current: -1.86
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of FutureFuel was 27.88. The lowest was -5.47. And the median was 4.08.
FF's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 77.91% of 1607
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 10.35
vs FF: -1.86
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
FutureFuel's share price for today is $4.88.
FutureFuel's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-1.190.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
FutureFuel EV-to-OCF Related Terms
FutureFuel EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF 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.
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.
FutureFuel EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF falls into.
FutureFuel's current Enterprise Value is $80.7 Mil.
FutureFuel's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-43.3 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.
FutureFuel (FF) has a EV-to-OCF of -1.86 as of Jul. 22, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, FutureFuel ranks #355 out of 1607 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 22.1%.
Is FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF too high?
FutureFuel's current EV-to-OCF is -1.86. Based on the distribution chart, FutureFuel ranks #355 out of 1607 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, FutureFuel has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FutureFuel's EV-to-OCF compare to RLEA and CMT?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, FutureFuel ranks #355 out of 1607 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places FutureFuel in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.35. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 10.35, based on 1,607 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF 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 EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FutureFuel's current EV-to-OCF is -1.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FutureFuel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FutureFuel (FF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.95, compared to a current price of $4.88 — trading 150.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -1.86. FutureFuel's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For FutureFuel (FF), the current EV-to-OCF is -1.86 as of Jul. 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 FutureFuel (FF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FutureFuel stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $4.88 is trading 150.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.95.
GuruFocus considers FutureFuel to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FF:
EV-to-OCF: -1.86
GF Value™: $1.95 vs. price of $4.88 (150.3% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
FutureFuel Corp makes and sells diversified chemical products, bio-based fuel products, and specialty chemical products. The company is organized into two segments based on product type: biofuels and chemicals. The biofuels segment sells biodiesel and other petroleum products, with fuels made from a mix of diesel, vegetable oils, and grease feedstock. The chemicals segment, which generates the majority of revenue, sells products used in the production of agricultural chemicals, including herbicides, as well as coatings and cleaning products such as detergents.
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