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Markel GroupBSP:MKLC34 81 EV-to-FCF is 11.00 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 10.66. GuruFocus rates BSP:MKLC34 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of R$530.95 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 395 Insurance companies, Markel Group ranks worse than 58.73% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Markel Group's Enterprise Value is R$130,669 Mil.
Markel Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$11,874 Mil. Therefore, Markel Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 11.00.
The historical rank and industry rank for Markel Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:MKLC34'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.02 Med: 10.66 Max: 37.98
Current: 11.78
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Markel Group was 37.98. The lowest was 7.02. And the median was 10.66.
BSP:MKLC34's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 58.73% of 395
companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 9.97
vs BSP:MKLC34: 11.78
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.
Markel Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Markel Group's share price for today is R$497.00.
Markel Group'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$38.017.
* 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.
Markel Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Markel Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Markel Group'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 Insurance - Property & Casualty subindustry, Markel Group'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.
Markel Group EV-to-FCF vs Insurance Industry
For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Markel Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Markel Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Markel Group's current Enterprise Value is R$130,669 Mil.
Markel Group'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$11,874 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.
Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34) has a EV-to-FCF of 11.00 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Markel Group and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 10.66. Over the past decade, Markel Group's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.02 to 37.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Markel Group ranks #232 out of 395 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 58.7%.
Is Markel Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Markel Group's current EV-to-FCF of 11.00 is near median its 10-year median of 10.66. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.02 to a high of 37.98. The Insurance industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.97. Markel Group's value of 11.00 is 10.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Markel Group ranks #232 out of 395 companies in the Insurance industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Markel Group has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Markel Group's EV-to-FCF compare to L and WRB?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, Markel Group ranks #232 out of 395 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Markel Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 9.97. Markel Group's value of 11.00 is 10.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Markel Group's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.02 to 37.98 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.66 vs. the industry median of 9.97, Markel Group 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 an Insurance company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Insurance companies is 9.97, based on 395 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. Markel Group's current EV-to-FCF of 11.00 is 10.3% 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 Markel Group and its competitors. For the Insurance industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 9.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Markel Group's current EV-to-FCF is 11.00, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Markel Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$530.95, compared to a current price of R$497.00 — trading 6.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 11.00, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.66 and 10.3% above the Insurance industry median of 9.97. Markel Group's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 7 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 Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34), the current EV-to-FCF is 11.00 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 Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Markel Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R$497.00 is trading 6.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$530.95.
GuruFocus considers Markel Group to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:MKLC34:
EV-to-FCF: 11.00 (near median its 10-year median of 10.66)
GF Value™: R$530.95 vs. price of R$497.00 (6.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 10.3% above the Insurance median (#232 of 395)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:MKLC34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Markel's primary business is property and casualty insurance. The company focuses primarily on specialty lines, ranging from areas such as executive liability to commercial equine insurance. The acquisition of Alterra in 2013 added substantial reinsurance operations, which now account for a little over 10% of premiums. The company uses capital generated by its insurance operations to buy noninsurance operations in diverse areas, such as bakery equipment manufacturing and residential homebuilding.
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