Chothani Foods (BOM:540681) EV-to-FCF: -393.52 (As of Aug. 03, 2026)

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BOM:540681 Chothani Foods Ltd BOM:540681
55 GF Score
Price ₹8.30
GF Value ₹16.43
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Chothani Foods EV-to-FCF?

Chothani Foods BOM:540681 55 EV-to-FCF is -393.52 as of Aug. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:540681 with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹16.43 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,192 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Chothani Foods ranks worse than 83892.53% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Chothani Foods's Enterprise Value is ₹99.17 Mil. Chothani Foods's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-0.25 Mil. Therefore, Chothani Foods's EV-to-FCF for today is -393.52.

The historical rank and industry rank for Chothani Foods's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

BOM:540681' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -551.77   Med: -1.97   Max: 63.35
Current: -393.52

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Chothani Foods was 63.35. The lowest was -551.77. And the median was -1.97.

BOM:540681's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1192 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 16.01 vs BOM:540681: -393.52

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.

As of today (2026-08-03), Chothani Foods's stock price is ₹8.30. Chothani Foods's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹0.110. Therefore, Chothani Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 75.45.


Chothani Foods  (BOM:540681) EV-to-FCF Explanation

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.

Chothani Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.30/0.110
=75.45

Chothani Foods's share price for today is ₹8.30.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chothani Foods's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹0.110.

* 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.


Chothani Foods EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Chothani Foods EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Chothani Foods'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.

Chothani Foods EV-to-FCF Chart

Chothani Foods Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -7.99 30.69 -5.32 -9.12 -536.59

Chothani Foods Semi-Annual Data
Mar16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -5.32 0.00 -9.12 0.00 -536.59

BOM:540681 vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Chothani Foods'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.


Chothani Foods EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Chothani Foods's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Chothani Foods's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Chothani Foods EV-to-FCF Calculation

Chothani Foods's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=99.168/-0.252
=-393.52

Chothani Foods's current Enterprise Value is ₹99.17 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chothani Foods's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-0.25 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of -393.52 mean?
Chothani Foods (BOM:540681) has a EV-to-FCF of -393.52 as of Aug. 03, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Chothani Foods and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Chothani Foods ranks #999999 out of 1192 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
Is Chothani Foods' EV-to-FCF too high?
Chothani Foods' current EV-to-FCF is -393.52. Based on the distribution chart, Chothani Foods ranks #999999 out of 1192 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Chothani Foods has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chothani Foods' EV-to-FCF compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Chothani Foods ranks #999999 out of 1192 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Chothani Foods in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.01. 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 16.01, based on 1,192 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. 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 Chothani Foods and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Chothani Foods's current EV-to-FCF is -393.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chothani Foods stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chothani Foods (BOM:540681) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹16.43, compared to a current price of ₹8.30 — trading 49.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -393.52. Chothani Foods' overall GF Score™ is 55/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Chothani Foods (BOM:540681), the current EV-to-FCF is -393.52 as of Aug. 03, 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 Chothani Foods (BOM:540681) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chothani Foods stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹8.30 is trading 49.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹16.43. GuruFocus considers Chothani Foods to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BOM:540681:

  • EV-to-FCF: -393.52
  • GF Value™: ₹16.43 vs. price of ₹8.30 (49.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:540681 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Chothani Foods Business Description

Address Office No. 408, B Wing, Dhamji Shamji Corporate Square, Laxmi Nagar, Ghatkopar East, Mumbai, MH, IND, 400075
Chothani Foods Ltd is engaged in manufacturing and supplying different types of spices. The company has two brands APPU MASALA and GAYATRI MASALA. With more than 30 types of Spices and Masalas like Pav Bhaji Masala, Chaat Masala, Tea Masala, Garam Masala, Sambhar Masala, Punjabi Chole Masala, Biryani and Pulav Masala, Kitchen King Masala and various Powders like Red Chilli Powder, Jeera Powder, White Pepper Powder, Turmeric Powder, etc.
55GF Score

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