CascadesCADNF -1.66%62 EV-to-FCF is 10.03 as of Jun. 27, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 16.84. GuruFocus rates CADNF with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $155.36 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 243 Packaging & Containers companies, Cascades ranks better than 64.2% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Cascades's Enterprise Value is $2,201 Mil.
Cascades's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $219 Mil. Therefore, Cascades's EV-to-FCF for today is 10.03.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cascades's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CADNF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3429.97 Med: 16.84 Max: 203.89
Current: 10.32
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Cascades was 203.89. The lowest was -3429.97. And the median was 16.84.
CADNF's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 64.2% of 243
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 15.79
vs CADNF: 10.32
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.
Cascades's share price for today is $8.274.
Cascades'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 $0.726.
* 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.
Cascades EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Cascades EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cascades'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 Packaging & Containers subindustry, Cascades'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.
Cascades EV-to-FCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Cascades's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cascades's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Cascades's current Enterprise Value is $2,201 Mil.
Cascades'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 $219 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.
Cascades (CADNF) has a EV-to-FCF of 10.03 as of Jun. 27, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Cascades and its competitors. This is 40% below median its historical median of 16.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Cascades ranks #87 out of 243 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 35.8%.
Is Cascades' EV-to-FCF too high?
Cascades' current EV-to-FCF of 10.03 is 40% below median its 10-year median of 16.84. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.79. Cascades' value of 10.03 is 36.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cascades ranks #87 out of 243 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cascades has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cascades' EV-to-FCF compare to SW and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Cascades ranks #87 out of 243 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Cascades in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.79. Cascades' value of 10.03 is 36.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.84 vs. the industry median of 15.79, Cascades has consistently been below 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 15.79, based on 243 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. Cascades's current EV-to-FCF of 10.03 is 36.5% below 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 Cascades and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cascades's current EV-to-FCF is 10.03, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 16.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cascades stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cascades (CADNF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $155.36, compared to a current price of $8.27 — trading 94.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 10.03, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 16.84 and 36.5% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 15.79. Cascades' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 Cascades (CADNF), the current EV-to-FCF is 10.03 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 Cascades (CADNF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cascades stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $8.27 is trading 94.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $155.36.
GuruFocus considers Cascades to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for CADNF:
EV-to-FCF: 10.03 (40% below median its 10-year median of 16.84)
GF Value™: $155.36 vs. price of $8.27 (94.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 36.5% below the Packaging & Containers median (#87 of 243)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CADNF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cascades Inc is a paper and packaging company that produces, converts, and sells packaging and tissue products composed predominantly of recycled fibres. Its customer base includes food processing companies, the maintenance industry, the accommodations and housing industry, micro-businesses, and boutiques. The products are marketed through brands such as Cascades Fresh, Cascades Protect, Cascades IMGN, Cascades PRO, and Cascades Fluff & Tuff, among others. The company is organized into two main business segments: Packaging Products and Tissue Papers. A majority of its revenue is generated from the Packaging Product segment. Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from the operations located in Canada.
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