ArcBestARCB -2.57%80 EV-to-FCF is 26.63 as of Jul. 10, 2026, which is 117% above its 10-year median of 12.26. GuruFocus rates ARCB with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $102.44 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 673 Transportation companies, ArcBest ranks worse than 74% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, ArcBest's Enterprise Value is $3,649 Mil.
ArcBest's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $137 Mil. Therefore, ArcBest's EV-to-FCF for today is 26.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for ArcBest's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
ARCB'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.05 Med: 12.26 Max: 66.73
Current: 26.63
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of ArcBest was 66.73. The lowest was 4.05. And the median was 12.26.
ARCB's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 74% of 673
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 14.11
vs ARCB: 26.63
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.
ArcBest's share price for today is $147.25.
ArcBest'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 $2.430.
* 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.
ArcBest EV-to-FCF Related Terms
ArcBest EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for ArcBest'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 Trucking subindustry, ArcBest'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.
ArcBest EV-to-FCF vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, ArcBest's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ArcBest's EV-to-FCF falls into.
ArcBest's current Enterprise Value is $3,649 Mil.
ArcBest'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 $137 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.
ArcBest (ARCB) has a EV-to-FCF of 26.63 as of Jul. 10, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on ArcBest and its competitors. This is 117% above median its historical median of 12.26. Over the past decade, ArcBest's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.05 to 66.73. According to the industry distribution chart, ArcBest ranks #498 out of 673 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 74%.
Is ArcBest's EV-to-FCF too high?
ArcBest's current EV-to-FCF of 26.63 is 117% above median its 10-year median of 12.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.05 to a high of 66.73. The Transportation industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.11. ArcBest's value of 26.63 is 88.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ArcBest ranks #498 out of 673 companies in the Transportation industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, ArcBest has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ArcBest's EV-to-FCF compare to WERN and RXO?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, ArcBest ranks #498 out of 673 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places ArcBest in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.11. ArcBest's value of 26.63 is 88.7% above this benchmark. Historically, ArcBest's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.05 to 66.73 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.26 vs. the industry median of 14.11, ArcBest has consistently been above 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Transportation companies is 14.11, based on 673 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. ArcBest's current EV-to-FCF of 26.63 is 88.7% above 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 ArcBest and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ArcBest's current EV-to-FCF is 26.63, which is 117% above median its own 10-year median of 12.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ArcBest stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ArcBest (ARCB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $102.44, compared to a current price of $147.25 — trading 43.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 26.63, which is 117% above median its 10-year median of 12.26 and 88.7% above the Transportation industry median of 14.11. ArcBest's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 ArcBest (ARCB), the current EV-to-FCF is 26.63 as of Jul. 10, 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 ArcBest (ARCB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ArcBest stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $147.25 is trading 43.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $102.44.
GuruFocus considers ArcBest to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ARCB:
EV-to-FCF: 26.63 (117% above median its 10-year median of 12.26)
GF Value™: $102.44 vs. price of $147.25 (43.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 88.7% above the Transportation median (#498 of 673)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ARCB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ArcBest Corp is an integrated logistics company that leverages technology and a full suite of shipping and logistics solutions to meet customers' supply chain needs. The company has two reportable operating segments: Asset-Based, which generates maximum revenue, and Asset-Light. The Asset-Based segment's operations include national, inter-regional, and regional transportation of general commodities through standard, expedited, and guaranteed less-than-truckload services. The Asset-Light segment represents the company's offerings in ground expedite, intermodal, household goods moving, managed transportation, warehousing and distribution, and international freight transportation for air, ocean, and ground.
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