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Akzo Nobel NVAKZOY +0.23%76 EV-to-FCF is 19.77 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 24.10. GuruFocus rates AKZOY with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $21.50 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 923 Chemicals companies, Akzo Nobel NV ranks better than 53.09% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Akzo Nobel NV's Enterprise Value is $14,933 Mil.
Akzo Nobel NV's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $755 Mil. Therefore, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF for today is 19.77.
The historical rank and industry rank for Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
AKZOY'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1103.4 Med: 24.1 Max: 976.86
Current: 19.77
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Akzo Nobel NV was 976.86. The lowest was -1103.40. And the median was 24.10.
AKZOY's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 53.09% of 923
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.86
vs AKZOY: 19.77
EV-to-FCF 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-FCF 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.
Akzo Nobel NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Akzo Nobel NV's share price for today is $21.85.
Akzo Nobel NV'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 $1.401.
* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Akzo Nobel NV EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Akzo Nobel NV EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF 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, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.
Akzo Nobel NV EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Akzo Nobel NV's current Enterprise Value is $14,933 Mil.
Akzo Nobel NV's Free Cash Flow 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 $755 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.
Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOY) has a EV-to-FCF of 19.77 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Akzo Nobel NV and its competitors. This is 18% below median its historical median of 24.10. According to the industry distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #433 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 46.9%.
Is Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF too high?
Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-FCF of 19.77 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 24.10. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Akzo Nobel NV's value of 19.77 is 9.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #433 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Akzo Nobel NV has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #433 out of 923 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Akzo Nobel NV in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Akzo Nobel NV's value of 19.77 is 9.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 24.10 vs. the industry median of 21.86, Akzo Nobel NV 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-FCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 21.86, based on 923 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-FCF of 19.77 is 9.6% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Akzo Nobel NV and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-FCF is 19.77, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 24.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Akzo Nobel NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $21.50, compared to a current price of $21.85 — trading 1.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 19.77, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 24.10 and 9.6% below the Chemicals industry median of 21.86. Akzo Nobel NV's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOY), the current EV-to-FCF is 19.77 as of Jul. 14, 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 Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akzo Nobel NV stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $21.85 is trading 1.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $21.50.
GuruFocus considers Akzo Nobel NV to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for AKZOY:
EV-to-FCF: 19.77 (18% below median its 10-year median of 24.10)
GF Value™: $21.50 vs. price of $21.85 (1.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 9.6% below the Chemicals median (#433 of 923)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AKZOY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AkzoNobel is the world's third-largest paints and coatings producer, with its largest market being Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, which accounted for roughly 48% of revenue in 2025. The company operates through two segments: decorative paints, which focuses on architectural interior and exterior coatings, and performance coatings, which serves industrial end markets such as automotive refinish, aerospace, and marine and protective applications.
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