ElementisCHIX:ELML -1.41%71 EV-to-FCF is 27.01 as of Jun. 30, 2026, which is 0% above its 10-year median of 26.94. GuruFocus rates CHIX:ELML with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of £1.18 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 920 Chemicals companies, Elementis ranks worse than 56.85% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Elementis's Enterprise Value is £1,028.5 Mil.
Elementis's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £38.1 Mil. Therefore, Elementis's EV-to-FCF for today is 27.01.
The historical rank and industry rank for Elementis's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:ELMl'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.93 Med: 26.94 Max: 115.23
Current: 27.49
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Elementis was 115.23. The lowest was 8.93. And the median was 26.94.
CHIX:ELMl's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 56.85% of 920
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.4
vs CHIX:ELMl: 27.49
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.
Elementis's share price for today is £1.542.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Elementis's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-0.057.
* 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.
Elementis EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Elementis EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Elementis'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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Elementis'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.
Elementis EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Elementis's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Elementis's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Elementis's current Enterprise Value is £1,028.5 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Elementis's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £38.1 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.
Elementis (CHIX:ELML) has a EV-to-FCF of 27.01 as of Jun. 30, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Elementis and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 26.94. Over the past decade, Elementis' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.93 to 115.23. According to the industry distribution chart, Elementis ranks #523 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 56.8%.
Is Elementis' EV-to-FCF too high?
Elementis' current EV-to-FCF of 27.01 is near median its 10-year median of 26.94. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.93 to a high of 115.23. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.40. Elementis' value of 27.01 is 20.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Elementis ranks #523 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Elementis has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Elementis' EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Elementis ranks #523 out of 920 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Elementis in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.40. Elementis' value of 27.01 is 20.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Elementis' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.93 to 115.23 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.94 vs. the industry median of 22.40, Elementis 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 22.40, based on 920 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. Elementis's current EV-to-FCF of 27.01 is 20.6% 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 Elementis and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Elementis's current EV-to-FCF is 27.01, which is near median its own 10-year median of 26.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Elementis stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elementis (CHIX:ELML) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £1.18, compared to a current price of £1.54 — trading 30.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 27.01, which is near median its 10-year median of 26.94 and 20.6% above the Chemicals industry median of 22.40. Elementis' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 6 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 Elementis (CHIX:ELML), the current EV-to-FCF is 27.01 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 Elementis (CHIX:ELML) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elementis stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of £1.54 is trading 30.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of £1.18.
GuruFocus considers Elementis to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:ELML:
EV-to-FCF: 27.01 (near median its 10-year median of 26.94)
GF Value™: £1.18 vs. price of £1.54 (30.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 20.6% above the Chemicals median (#523 of 920)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:ELML stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Elementis PLC manufactures and sells a variety of chemicals and coatings. The company has two operating segments: Coatings and Personal Care. The Personal Care segment is engaged in the production of rheological modifiers and compounded products, including active ingredients for AP deodorants, for supply to personal care manufacturers. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the coating segment, which generates the majority of revenue from the production of rheological modifiers and additives for decorative and industrial coatings. Geographically, the company generates revenue from North America, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, and the Rest of the world.
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