ValeBSP:VALE3 -0.65%71 EV-to-FCF is 25.67 as of Jun. 27, 2026, which is 134% above its 10-year median of 10.97. GuruFocus rates BSP:VALE3 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of R$65.70 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 447 Metals & Mining companies, Vale ranks worse than 59.73% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Vale's Enterprise Value is R$425,342 Mil.
Vale's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$16,572 Mil. Therefore, Vale's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.67.
The historical rank and industry rank for Vale's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:VALE3'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -63.75 Med: 10.97 Max: 86.76
Current: 25.67
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Vale was 86.76. The lowest was -63.75. And the median was 10.97.
BSP:VALE3's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 59.73% of 447
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 19.22
vs BSP:VALE3: 25.67
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 (2026-06-27), Vale's stock price is R$78.15.
Vale's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$3.540. Therefore, Vale's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 22.08.
Vale (BSP:VALE3) 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.
Vale's share price for today is R$78.15.
Vale'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$3.540.
* 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.
Vale EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Vale EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Vale'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 Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Vale'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.
Vale EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Vale's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Vale's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Vale's current Enterprise Value is R$425,342 Mil.
Vale'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$16,572 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.
Vale (BSP:VALE3) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.67 as of Jun. 27, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Vale and its competitors. This is 134% above median its historical median of 10.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Vale ranks #267 out of 447 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 59.7%.
Is Vale's EV-to-FCF too high?
Vale's current EV-to-FCF of 25.67 is 134% above median its 10-year median of 10.97. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.22. Vale's value of 25.67 is 33.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Vale ranks #267 out of 447 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Vale has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vale's EV-to-FCF compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Vale ranks #267 out of 447 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Vale in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.22. Vale's value of 25.67 is 33.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.97 vs. the industry median of 19.22, Vale 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 19.22, based on 447 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. Vale's current EV-to-FCF of 25.67 is 33.6% 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 Vale and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 19.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vale's current EV-to-FCF is 25.67, which is 134% above median its own 10-year median of 10.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vale stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vale (BSP:VALE3) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$65.70, compared to a current price of R$78.15 — trading 18.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.67, which is 134% above median its 10-year median of 10.97 and 33.6% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 19.22. Vale's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 5 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 Vale (BSP:VALE3), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.67 as of Jun. 27, 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 Vale (BSP:VALE3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vale stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R$78.15 is trading 18.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$65.70.
GuruFocus considers Vale to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:VALE3:
EV-to-FCF: 25.67 (134% above median its 10-year median of 10.97)
GF Value™: R$65.70 vs. price of R$78.15 (18.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 33.6% above the Metals & Mining median (#267 of 447)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:VALE3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Vale is a large global miner and the world's largest producer of iron ore and pellets. In recent years the company has sold noncore assets such as its fertilizer, coal, and steel operations to concentrate on iron ore, nickel, and copper. Earnings are dominated by its iron ore business. The base metals division is much smaller, consisting of nickel mines and smelters along with copper mines producing copper in concentrate. In 2024, Vale sold a minority 10% stake in its base metals business, likely the first step in separating base metals and iron ore.
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