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MetroGasBUE:METR +5.53%73 EV-to-FCF is 28.63 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 526% above its 10-year median of 4.57. GuruFocus rates BUE:METR with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of ARS1,970.21 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 300 Utilities - Regulated companies, MetroGas ranks worse than 64.67% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, MetroGas's Enterprise Value is ARS1,108,335 Mil.
MetroGas's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ARS38,706 Mil. Therefore, MetroGas's EV-to-FCF for today is 28.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for MetroGas's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
BUE:METR'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -176.35 Med: 4.57 Max: 211.65
Current: 27.16
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of MetroGas was 211.65. The lowest was -176.35. And the median was 4.57.
BUE:METR's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 64.67% of 300
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 18.24
vs BUE:METR: 27.16
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.
MetroGas's share price for today is ARS2042.00.
MetroGas'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 ARS219.490.
* 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.
MetroGas EV-to-FCF Related Terms
MetroGas EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for MetroGas'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 Utilities - Regulated Gas subindustry, MetroGas'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.
MetroGas EV-to-FCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, MetroGas's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where MetroGas's EV-to-FCF falls into.
MetroGas's current Enterprise Value is ARS1,108,335 Mil.
MetroGas'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 ARS38,706 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.
MetroGas (BUE:METR) has a EV-to-FCF of 28.63 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on MetroGas and its competitors. This is 526% above median its historical median of 4.57. According to the industry distribution chart, MetroGas ranks #194 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 64.7%.
Is MetroGas' EV-to-FCF too high?
MetroGas' current EV-to-FCF of 28.63 is 526% above median its 10-year median of 4.57. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.24. MetroGas' value of 28.63 is 57% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MetroGas ranks #194 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, MetroGas has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MetroGas' EV-to-FCF compare to ATO and NI?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, MetroGas ranks #194 out of 300 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places MetroGas in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.24. MetroGas' value of 28.63 is 57% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.57 vs. the industry median of 18.24, MetroGas 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 18.24, based on 300 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. MetroGas's current EV-to-FCF of 28.63 is 57% 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 MetroGas and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MetroGas's current EV-to-FCF is 28.63, which is 526% above median its own 10-year median of 4.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MetroGas stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MetroGas (BUE:METR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ARS1,970.21, compared to a current price of ARS2,042.00 — trading 3.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 28.63, which is 526% above median its 10-year median of 4.57 and 57% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 18.24. MetroGas' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 2 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 MetroGas (BUE:METR), the current EV-to-FCF is 28.63 as of Jul. 15, 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 MetroGas (BUE:METR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MetroGas stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ARS2,042.00 is trading 3.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of ARS1,970.21.
GuruFocus considers MetroGas to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BUE:METR:
EV-to-FCF: 28.63 (526% above median its 10-year median of 4.57)
GF Value™: ARS1,970.21 vs. price of ARS2,042.00 (3.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 57% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#194 of 300)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BUE:METR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
MetroGas SA is engaged in the utility sector. It is a gas distribution company engaged in the provision of natural gas distribution public services. The company is engaged in the commercialization and transportation of natural gas on behalf of or in association with third parties in Argentina. Its reporting segments include MetroGAS Distribution and MetroENERGIA Trading. The company generates maximum revenue from MetroGAS Distribution segment. It serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
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