CF Industries HoldingsCF +0.20%76 EV-to-FCF is 12.81 as of Jun. 28, 2026, which is 5% below its 10-year median of 13.46. GuruFocus rates CF with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $114.85 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 136 Agriculture companies, CF Industries Holdings ranks better than 67.65% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, CF Industries Holdings's Enterprise Value is $20,731 Mil.
CF Industries Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,618 Mil. Therefore, CF Industries Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 12.81.
The historical rank and industry rank for CF Industries Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -14.42 Med: 13.46 Max: 71.89
Current: 12.81
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of CF Industries Holdings was 71.89. The lowest was -14.42. And the median was 13.46.
CF's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 67.65% of 136
companies
in the Agriculture industry
Industry Median: 17.6
vs CF: 12.81
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.
CF Industries Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
CF Industries Holdings's share price for today is $105.70.
CF Industries Holdings'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 $11.130.
* 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.
* 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 Agricultural Inputs subindustry, CF Industries Holdings'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.
CF Industries Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Agriculture Industry
For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, CF Industries Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where CF Industries Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
CF Industries Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $20,731 Mil.
CF Industries Holdings'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 $1,618 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.
CF Industries Holdings (CF) has a EV-to-FCF of 12.81 as of Jun. 28, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on CF Industries Holdings and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 13.46. According to the industry distribution chart, CF Industries Holdings ranks #44 out of 136 companies in the Agriculture industry, placing it in the top 32.4%.
Is CF Industries Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
CF Industries Holdings' current EV-to-FCF of 12.81 is near median its 10-year median of 13.46. The Agriculture industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.60. CF Industries Holdings' value of 12.81 is 27.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CF Industries Holdings ranks #44 out of 136 companies in the Agriculture industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CF Industries Holdings has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CF Industries Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to MOS and SMG?
According to the Agriculture industry distribution chart, CF Industries Holdings ranks #44 out of 136 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts CF Industries Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.60. CF Industries Holdings' value of 12.81 is 27.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.46 vs. the industry median of 17.60, CF Industries Holdings 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 an Agriculture company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Agriculture companies is 17.60, based on 136 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. CF Industries Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 12.81 is 27.2% 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 CF Industries Holdings and its competitors. For the Agriculture industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CF Industries Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 12.81, which is near median its own 10-year median of 13.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CF Industries Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CF Industries Holdings (CF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $114.85, compared to a current price of $105.70 — trading 8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 12.81, which is near median its 10-year median of 13.46 and 27.2% below the Agriculture industry median of 17.60. CF Industries Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 1 warning sign 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 CF Industries Holdings (CF), the current EV-to-FCF is 12.81 as of Jun. 28, 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 CF Industries Holdings (CF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CF Industries Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $105.70 is trading 8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $114.85.
GuruFocus considers CF Industries Holdings to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CF:
EV-to-FCF: 12.81 (near median its 10-year median of 13.46)
GF Value™: $114.85 vs. price of $105.70 (8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 27.2% below the Agriculture median (#44 of 136)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
CF Industries is a leading producer and distributor of nitrogen, which is primarily used in fertilizers. The company operates nitrogen manufacturing plants primarily in North America. CF also produces nitrogen in the United Kingdom and holds a joint venture interest in a nitrogen production facility in Trinidad and Tobago. CF makes nitrogen primarily using low-cost US natural gas as its feedstock, making the company one of the lowest-cost nitrogen producers globally. It is also investing in carbon-free blue and green ammonia, which can be used as an alternative fuel to hydrogen or as a means to transport hydrogen.
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