EssilorluxotticaCHIX:ELP -0.71%78 EV-to-FCF is 23.09 as of Jul. 01, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 28.09. GuruFocus rates CHIX:ELP with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of €235.06 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 418 Medical Devices & Instruments companies, Essilorluxottica ranks worse than 51.91% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Essilorluxottica's Enterprise Value is €86,956 Mil.
Essilorluxottica's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €3,766 Mil. Therefore, Essilorluxottica's EV-to-FCF for today is 23.09.
The historical rank and industry rank for Essilorluxottica's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:ELp'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 18.16 Med: 28.09 Max: 47.22
Current: 23.65
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Essilorluxottica was 47.22. The lowest was 18.16. And the median was 28.09.
CHIX:ELp's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 51.91% of 418
companies
in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry
Industry Median: 22.895
vs CHIX:ELp: 23.65
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.
Essilorluxottica's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Essilorluxottica's share price for today is €163.875.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Essilorluxottica's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €4.980.
* 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.
Essilorluxottica EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Essilorluxottica EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Essilorluxottica'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 Medical Instruments & Supplies subindustry, Essilorluxottica'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.
Essilorluxottica EV-to-FCF vs Medical Devices & Instruments Industry
For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry and Healthcare sector, Essilorluxottica's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Essilorluxottica's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Essilorluxottica's current Enterprise Value is €86,956 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Essilorluxottica's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €3,766 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.
Essilorluxottica (CHIX:ELP) has a EV-to-FCF of 23.09 as of Jul. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Essilorluxottica and its competitors. This is 18% below median its historical median of 28.09. Over the past decade, Essilorluxottica's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 18.16 to 47.22. According to the industry distribution chart, Essilorluxottica ranks #217 out of 418 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, placing it in the top 51.9%.
Is Essilorluxottica's EV-to-FCF too high?
Essilorluxottica's current EV-to-FCF of 23.09 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 28.09. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 18.16 to a high of 47.22. The Medical Devices & Instruments industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.90. Essilorluxottica's value of 23.09 is 0.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Essilorluxottica ranks #217 out of 418 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Essilorluxottica has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Essilorluxottica's EV-to-FCF compare to ISRG and BDX?
According to the Medical Devices & Instruments industry distribution chart, Essilorluxottica ranks #217 out of 418 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Essilorluxottica in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.90. Essilorluxottica's value of 23.09 is 0.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Essilorluxottica's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 18.16 to 47.22 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.09 vs. the industry median of 22.90, Essilorluxottica 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Medical Devices & Instruments companies is 22.90, based on 418 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. Essilorluxottica's current EV-to-FCF of 23.09 is 0.9% 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 Essilorluxottica and its competitors. For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Essilorluxottica's current EV-to-FCF is 23.09, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 28.09. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Essilorluxottica stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Essilorluxottica (CHIX:ELP) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €235.06, compared to a current price of €163.88 — trading 30.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 23.09, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 28.09 and 0.9% above the Medical Devices & Instruments industry median of 22.90. Essilorluxottica's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 3 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 Essilorluxottica (CHIX:ELP), the current EV-to-FCF is 23.09 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 Essilorluxottica (CHIX:ELP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Essilorluxottica stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €163.88 is trading 30.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €235.06.
GuruFocus considers Essilorluxottica to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:ELP:
EV-to-FCF: 23.09 (18% below median its 10-year median of 28.09)
GF Value™: €235.06 vs. price of €163.88 (30.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 0.9% above the Medical Devices & Instruments median (#217 of 418)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:ELP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
EssilorLuxottica is a combination of the leading manufacturer of premium frames and sunglasses and the leading manufacturer of optical lenses. Both companies are significantly larger than the next biggest competitor and command over 15% of the fragmented global eyewear market. The company has a broad geographical presence, with around 37% of sales in Europe, 45% in North America, and the rest in Asia and Latin America.
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