Babcock International GroupCHIX:BABL +2.05%66 EV-to-FCF is 20.77 as of Jul. 01, 2026, which is 23% below its 10-year median of 27.13. GuruFocus rates CHIX:BABL with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of £6.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,102 Construction companies, Babcock International Group ranks worse than 63.25% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Babcock International Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:BABl'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -14.72 Med: 27.13 Max: 50.66
Current: 20.77
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Babcock International Group was 50.66. The lowest was -14.72. And the median was 27.13.
CHIX:BABl's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 63.25% of 1102
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 13.36
vs CHIX:BABl: 20.77
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.
Babcock International Group (CHIX:BABl) 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.
Babcock International Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Babcock International Group's share price for today is £9.468.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Babcock International Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.413.
* 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.
Babcock International Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Babcock International Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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 Engineering & Construction subindustry, Babcock International Group'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.
Babcock International Group EV-to-FCF vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Babcock International Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Babcock International Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Babcock International Group's current Enterprise Value is £5,029 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Babcock International Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £242 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.
Babcock International Group (CHIX:BABL) has a EV-to-FCF of 20.77 as of Jul. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Babcock International Group and its competitors. This is 23% below median its historical median of 27.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #697 out of 1102 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 63.2%.
Is Babcock International Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Babcock International Group's current EV-to-FCF of 20.77 is 23% below median its 10-year median of 27.13. The Construction industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.36. Babcock International Group's value of 20.77 is 55.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #697 out of 1102 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Babcock International Group has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Babcock International Group's EV-to-FCF compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #697 out of 1102 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Babcock International Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.36. Babcock International Group's value of 20.77 is 55.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 27.13 vs. the industry median of 13.36, Babcock International Group 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Construction companies is 13.36, based on 1,102 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. Babcock International Group's current EV-to-FCF of 20.77 is 55.5% 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 Babcock International Group and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Babcock International Group's current EV-to-FCF is 20.77, which is 23% below median its own 10-year median of 27.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Babcock International Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Babcock International Group (CHIX:BABL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £6.27, compared to a current price of £9.47 — trading 51% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 20.77, which is 23% below median its 10-year median of 27.13 and 55.5% above the Construction industry median of 13.36. Babcock International Group's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Babcock International Group (CHIX:BABL), the current EV-to-FCF is 20.77 as of Jul. 01, 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 Babcock International Group (CHIX:BABL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Babcock International Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of £9.47 is trading 51% above its estimated GF Value™ of £6.27.
GuruFocus considers Babcock International Group to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:BABL:
EV-to-FCF: 20.77 (23% below median its 10-year median of 27.13)
GF Value™: £6.27 vs. price of £9.47 (51% above fair value)
Industry Position: 55.5% above the Construction median (#697 of 1102)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:BABL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Babcock International Group PLC is a British engineering company specializing in the construction and decommissioning of nuclear power plants and submarines; maintenance support; fleet management for aviation, marine, and land; and provision of technical training and emergency services. The company's operating segments include Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear. It generates maximum revenue from the Nuclear segment, which is engaged in providing engineering support to the United Kingdom's nuclear submarine fleet, decommissioning nuclear facilities, supporting nuclear generation, and new build projects. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United Kingdom and also has a presence in the Rest of Europe, Africa, North America, Australasia, and the Rest of the World.
66GF Score
Get the complete analysis for CHIX:BABL
EV-to-FCF is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.
Quick Browse
Personalize
Premium Gurus 
Create New Portfolio
CHIX:BABL has been successfully added to your 
