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EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Arcos Dorados Holdings's Enterprise Value is R$18,477 Mil.
Arcos Dorados Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-98 Mil. Therefore, Arcos Dorados Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is -188.91.
The historical rank and industry rank for Arcos Dorados Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:A1RC34'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -251.5 Med: 17.47 Max: 313.82
Current: -194.34
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Arcos Dorados Holdings was 313.82. The lowest was -251.50. And the median was 17.47.
BSP:A1RC34's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 100% of 277
companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 17.83
vs BSP:A1RC34: -194.34
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.
Arcos Dorados Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Arcos Dorados Holdings's share price for today is R$41.60.
Arcos Dorados Holdings'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 R$5.962.
* 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.
* 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 Restaurants subindustry, Arcos Dorados Holdings'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.
Arcos Dorados Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Restaurants Industry
For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Arcos Dorados Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Arcos Dorados Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Arcos Dorados Holdings's current Enterprise Value is R$18,477 Mil.
Arcos Dorados Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$-98 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.
Arcos Dorados Holdings (BSP:A1RC34) has a EV-to-FCF of -188.91 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Arcos Dorados Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Arcos Dorados Holdings ranks #999999 out of 277 companies in the Restaurants industry.
Is Arcos Dorados Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Arcos Dorados Holdings' current EV-to-FCF is -188.91. Based on the distribution chart, Arcos Dorados Holdings ranks #999999 out of 277 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Arcos Dorados Holdings has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Arcos Dorados Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to WEN and BH?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Arcos Dorados Holdings ranks #999999 out of 277 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Arcos Dorados Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.83. 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Restaurants companies is 17.83, based on 277 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 Arcos Dorados Holdings and its competitors. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Arcos Dorados Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is -188.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Arcos Dorados Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arcos Dorados Holdings (BSP:A1RC34) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$43.94, compared to a current price of R$41.60 — trading 5.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -188.91. Arcos Dorados Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Arcos Dorados Holdings (BSP:A1RC34), the current EV-to-FCF is -188.91 as of Jul. 20, 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 Arcos Dorados Holdings (BSP:A1RC34) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arcos Dorados Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R$41.60 is trading 5.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$43.94.
GuruFocus considers Arcos Dorados Holdings to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:A1RC34:
EV-to-FCF: -188.91
GF Value™: R$43.94 vs. price of R$41.60 (5.3% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:A1RC34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc operates McDonald's branded restaurants in various countries and territories in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Company manages its business as distinct geographic segments and its operations are divided into three geographic divisions, as follows: Brazil, the North Latin American division, or NOLAD, which is comprised of Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Puerto Rico, Martinique, Guadeloupe, French Guiana and the U.S. Virgin Islands of St. Croix and St. Thomas and the South Latin American division, or SLAD, which is comprised of Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay, Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago, Aruba and Curacao. Its menu includes hamburgers, McNuggets, salad, sandwiches, French fries, and others. It generates maximum revenue from Brazil.
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