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Sandfire ResourcesASX:SFR -4.34%85 EV-to-FCF is 16.06 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 106% above its 10-year median of 7.78. GuruFocus rates ASX:SFR with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of A$15.01 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 446 Metals & Mining companies, Sandfire Resources ranks better than 56.5% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sandfire Resources's Enterprise Value is A$8,649 Mil.
Sandfire Resources's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$539 Mil. Therefore, Sandfire Resources's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.06.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sandfire Resources's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:SFR'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -15.77 Med: 7.78 Max: 32.15
Current: 15.29
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sandfire Resources was 32.15. The lowest was -15.77. And the median was 7.78.
ASX:SFR's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 56.5% of 446
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 18.445
vs ASX:SFR: 15.29
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.
Sandfire Resources's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Sandfire Resources's share price for today is A$18.52.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sandfire Resources's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.452.
* 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.
Sandfire Resources EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Sandfire Resources EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sandfire Resources'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 Copper subindustry, Sandfire Resources'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.
Sandfire Resources EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Sandfire Resources's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sandfire Resources's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Sandfire Resources's current Enterprise Value is A$8,649 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sandfire Resources's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$539 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.
Sandfire Resources (ASX:SFR) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.06 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sandfire Resources and its competitors. This is 106% above median its historical median of 7.78. According to the industry distribution chart, Sandfire Resources ranks #194 out of 446 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 43.5%.
Is Sandfire Resources' EV-to-FCF too high?
Sandfire Resources' current EV-to-FCF of 16.06 is 106% above median its 10-year median of 7.78. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.45. Sandfire Resources' value of 16.06 is 12.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sandfire Resources ranks #194 out of 446 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sandfire Resources has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sandfire Resources' EV-to-FCF compare to SCCO and FCX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Sandfire Resources ranks #194 out of 446 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Sandfire Resources in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.45. Sandfire Resources' value of 16.06 is 12.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.78 vs. the industry median of 18.45, Sandfire Resources 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 18.45, based on 446 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. Sandfire Resources's current EV-to-FCF of 16.06 is 12.9% 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 Sandfire Resources and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sandfire Resources's current EV-to-FCF is 16.06, which is 106% above median its own 10-year median of 7.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sandfire Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sandfire Resources (ASX:SFR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$15.01, compared to a current price of A$18.52 — trading 23.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.06, which is 106% above median its 10-year median of 7.78 and 12.9% below the Metals & Mining industry median of 18.45. Sandfire Resources' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 2 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 Sandfire Resources (ASX:SFR), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.06 as of Jul. 25, 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 Sandfire Resources (ASX:SFR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sandfire Resources stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of A$18.52 is trading 23.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$15.01.
GuruFocus considers Sandfire Resources to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ASX:SFR:
EV-to-FCF: 16.06 (106% above median its 10-year median of 7.78)
GF Value™: A$15.01 vs. price of A$18.52 (23.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 12.9% below the Metals & Mining median (#194 of 446)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:SFR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sandfire Resources Ltd is a copper-focused mineral exploration and development company. The company's operating segments include DeGrussa Copper operations, MATSA Copper Operations, Black Butte Copper Project, Motheo Copper Operations, and Exploration and Other. It derives key revenue from the MATSA Copper Operations segment, which consists of the Minas de Aguas Tenidas (MATSA) polymetallic mining complex in Spain and exploration and evaluation activities in Spain and Portugal. The operations comprise three underground mines and a central processing facility. The mines generate revenue from the sale of copper, zinc, and lead concentrates containing a silver by-product. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Spain, followed by China, Sweden, Malaysia, and other regions.
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