Central SecuritiesCET +0.61%49 EV-to-FCF is 32.99 as of Jun. 30, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 31.27. GuruFocus rates CET with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of $48.47 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 937 Asset Management companies, Central Securities ranks worse than 76.52% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Central Securities's Enterprise Value is $1,552.5 Mil.
Central Securities's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $47.1 Mil. Therefore, Central Securities's EV-to-FCF for today is 32.99.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Securities's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CET'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.44 Med: 31.27 Max: 41.12
Current: 32.99
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Central Securities was 41.12. The lowest was 13.44. And the median was 31.27.
CET's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 76.52% of 937
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 14.52
vs CET: 32.99
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.
Central Securities (AMEX:CET) 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.
Central Securities's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Central Securities's share price for today is $52.45.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Central Securities's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $9.049.
* 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.
Central Securities EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Central Securities EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Central Securities'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 Asset Management subindustry, Central Securities'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.
Central Securities EV-to-FCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Central Securities's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Securities's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Central Securities's current Enterprise Value is $1,552.5 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Central Securities's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $47.1 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.
Central Securities (CET) has a EV-to-FCF of 32.99 as of Jun. 30, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Central Securities and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 31.27. Over the past decade, Central Securities' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.44 to 41.12. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Securities ranks #717 out of 937 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 76.5%.
Is Central Securities' EV-to-FCF too high?
Central Securities' current EV-to-FCF of 32.99 is near median its 10-year median of 31.27. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.44 to a high of 41.12. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.52. Central Securities' value of 32.99 is 127.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Securities ranks #717 out of 937 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Central Securities has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Securities' EV-to-FCF compare to TRIN and ECAT?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Central Securities ranks #717 out of 937 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Central Securities in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.52. Central Securities' value of 32.99 is 127.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Central Securities' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.44 to 41.12 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 31.27 vs. the industry median of 14.52, Central Securities 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Asset Management companies is 14.52, based on 937 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. Central Securities's current EV-to-FCF of 32.99 is 127.2% 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 Central Securities and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Securities's current EV-to-FCF is 32.99, which is near median its own 10-year median of 31.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Securities stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Securities (CET) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $48.47, compared to a current price of $52.45 — trading 8.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 32.99, which is near median its 10-year median of 31.27 and 127.2% above the Asset Management industry median of 14.52. Central Securities' overall GF Score™ is 49/100 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 Central Securities (CET), the current EV-to-FCF is 32.99 as of Jun. 30, 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 Central Securities (CET) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Securities stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $52.45 is trading 8.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $48.47.
GuruFocus considers Central Securities to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CET:
EV-to-FCF: 32.99 (near median its 10-year median of 31.27)
GF Value™: $48.47 vs. price of $52.45 (8.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 127.2% above the Asset Management median (#717 of 937)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CET stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Central Securities Corp is a non-diversified closed-end management investment company. The company's investment objective is long-term growth of capital. It invests in common stocks, bonds, convertible bonds, preferred stocks, convertible preferred stocks, warrants, options real estate, or short-term obligations of governments, banks, and corporations.
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