The Estee Lauder (BSP:ELCI34) EV-to-FCF: 26.29 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 22% Below Median

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BSP:ELCI34 The Estee Lauder Companies Inc BSP:ELCI34
67 GF Score
Price R$17.58
GF Value R$19.85
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is The Estee Lauder EV-to-FCF?

The Estee Lauder BSP:ELCI34 +0.23% 67 EV-to-FCF is 26.29 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 33.89. GuruFocus rates BSP:ELCI34 with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of R$19.85 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,188 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, The Estee Lauder ranks worse than 70.54% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, The Estee Lauder's Enterprise Value is R$184,442 Mil. The Estee Lauder's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$7,016 Mil. Therefore, The Estee Lauder's EV-to-FCF for today is 26.29.

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

BSP:ELCI34' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -52.51   Med: 33.89   Max: 108.11
Current: 27.65

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of The Estee Lauder was 108.11. The lowest was -52.51. And the median was 33.89.

BSP:ELCI34's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
70.54% of 1188 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.85 vs BSP:ELCI34: 27.65

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 (2026-07-14), The Estee Lauder's stock price is R$17.58. The Estee Lauder's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-0.168. Therefore, The Estee Lauder's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


The Estee Lauder  (BSP:ELCI34) 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.

The Estee Lauder's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=17.58/-0.168
=At Loss

The Estee Lauder's share price for today is R$17.58.
The Estee Lauder's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$-0.168.

* 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.


The Estee Lauder EV-to-FCF Related Terms


The Estee Lauder EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Estee Lauder'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.

The Estee Lauder EV-to-FCF Chart

The Estee Lauder Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-FCF
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The Estee Lauder Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 32.17 53.16 37.28 38.86 25.01

BSP:ELCI34 vs CHD, KMB, KVUE: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, The Estee Lauder'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.


The Estee Lauder EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


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The Estee Lauder EV-to-FCF Calculation

The Estee Lauder's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=184441.556/7016.399
=26.29

The Estee Lauder's current Enterprise Value is R$184,442 Mil.
The Estee Lauder'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$7,016 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 26.29 mean?
The Estee Lauder (BSP:ELCI34) has a EV-to-FCF of 26.29 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on The Estee Lauder and its competitors. This is 22% below median its historical median of 33.89. According to the industry distribution chart, The Estee Lauder ranks #838 out of 1188 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 70.5%.
Is The Estee Lauder's EV-to-FCF too high?
The Estee Lauder's current EV-to-FCF of 26.29 is 22% below median its 10-year median of 33.89. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. The Estee Lauder's value of 26.29 is 65.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Estee Lauder ranks #838 out of 1188 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Estee Lauder has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Estee Lauder's EV-to-FCF compare to CHD and KMB?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, The Estee Lauder ranks #838 out of 1188 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places The Estee Lauder in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. The Estee Lauder's value of 26.29 is 65.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 33.89 vs. the industry median of 15.85, The Estee Lauder 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.85, based on 1,188 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. The Estee Lauder's current EV-to-FCF of 26.29 is 65.9% 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 The Estee Lauder and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Estee Lauder's current EV-to-FCF is 26.29, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 33.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Estee Lauder stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Estee Lauder (BSP:ELCI34) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$19.85, compared to a current price of R$17.58 — trading 11.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 26.29, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 33.89 and 65.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.85. The Estee Lauder's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 3 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 The Estee Lauder (BSP:ELCI34), the current EV-to-FCF is 26.29 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 The Estee Lauder (BSP:ELCI34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Estee Lauder stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R$17.58 is trading 11.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$19.85. GuruFocus considers The Estee Lauder to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:ELCI34:

  • EV-to-FCF: 26.29 (22% below median its 10-year median of 33.89)
  • GF Value™: R$19.85 vs. price of R$17.58 (11.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 65.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#838 of 1188)

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:ELCI34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


The Estee Lauder Business Description

Address 767 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, USA, 10153
Estée Lauder is a leader in the global prestige beauty market, participating across skin care (49% of fiscal 2025 sales), makeup (29%), fragrance (17%), and hair care and others (5%). Top-selling brands include Estée Lauder, Clinique, M.A.C, La Mer, Jo Malone London, Aveda, Bobbi Brown, and Origins. The firm operates in more than 150 countries, generating 31% of revenue from the Americas, 37% from Europe, the Middle East and Africa (including travel retail), and 32% from Asia-Pacific. Estée Lauder sells its products through department stores, travel retail, specialty multibrand beauty stores, brand-dedicated freestanding stores, e-commerce, salons/spas, and perfumeries.
67GF Score

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