Hill & Smith (CHIX:HILSL) EV-to-FCF: 21.46 (As of Jun. 29, 2026) — 23% Below Median


CHIX:HILSL Hill & Smith PLC CHIX:HILSL
91 GF Score
Price £27.75
GF Value £20.45
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Hill & Smith EV-to-FCF?

Hill & Smith CHIX:HILSL +0.73% 91 EV-to-FCF is 21.46 as of Jun. 29, 2026, which is 23% below its 10-year median of 28.00. GuruFocus rates CHIX:HILSL with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of £20.45 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,104 Construction companies, Hill & Smith ranks worse than 64.31% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hill & Smith's Enterprise Value is £2,210.6 Mil. Hill & Smith's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £103.0 Mil. Therefore, Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF for today is 21.46.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:HILSl' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.34   Med: 28   Max: 57.91
Current: 21.46

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hill & Smith was 57.91. The lowest was 13.34. And the median was 28.00.

CHIX:HILSl's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
64.31% of 1104 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 13.285 vs CHIX:HILSl: 21.46

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.

As of today (2026-06-29), Hill & Smith's stock price is £27.75. Hill & Smith's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £1.016. Therefore, Hill & Smith's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 27.31.


Hill & Smith  (CHIX:HILSl) 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.

Hill & Smith's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=27.75/1.016
=27.31

Hill & Smith's share price for today is £27.75.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hill & Smith's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £1.016.

* 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.


Hill & Smith EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Hill & Smith EV-to-FCF Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Hill & Smith'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.

Hill & Smith EV-to-FCF Chart

Hill & Smith Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 33.90 36.85 16.40 15.50 17.05

Hill & Smith Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 16.40 0.00 15.50 0.00 17.05

CHIX:HILSL vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Hill & Smith'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.


Hill & Smith EV-to-FCF vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF falls into.


CHIX:HILSL
91GF Score
Hill & Smith PLC CHIX:HILSL
EV-to-FCF is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Hill & Smith EV-to-FCF Calculation

Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2210.599/103
=21.46

Hill & Smith's current Enterprise Value is £2,210.6 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hill & Smith's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £103.0 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 21.46 mean?
Hill & Smith (CHIX:HILSL) has a EV-to-FCF of 21.46 as of Jun. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hill & Smith and its competitors. This is 23% below median its historical median of 28.00. Over the past decade, Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.34 to 57.91. According to the industry distribution chart, Hill & Smith ranks #710 out of 1104 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 64.3%.
Is Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF too high?
Hill & Smith's current EV-to-FCF of 21.46 is 23% below median its 10-year median of 28.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.34 to a high of 57.91. The Construction industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.29. Hill & Smith's value of 21.46 is 61.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hill & Smith ranks #710 out of 1104 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hill & Smith has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hill & Smith's EV-to-FCF compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Hill & Smith ranks #710 out of 1104 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Hill & Smith in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.29. Hill & Smith's value of 21.46 is 61.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Hill & Smith's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.34 to 57.91 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.00 vs. the industry median of 13.29, Hill & Smith 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 13.29, based on 1,104 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. Hill & Smith's current EV-to-FCF of 21.46 is 61.5% 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 Hill & Smith and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.29 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hill & Smith's current EV-to-FCF is 21.46, which is 23% below median its own 10-year median of 28.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hill & Smith stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hill & Smith (CHIX:HILSL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £20.45, compared to a current price of £27.75 — trading 35.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 21.46, which is 23% below median its 10-year median of 28.00 and 61.5% above the Construction industry median of 13.29. Hill & Smith's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 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 Hill & Smith (CHIX:HILSL), the current EV-to-FCF is 21.46 as of Jun. 29, 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 Hill & Smith (CHIX:HILSL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hill & Smith stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £27.75 is trading 35.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of £20.45. GuruFocus considers Hill & Smith to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:HILSL:

  • EV-to-FCF: 21.46 (23% below median its 10-year median of 28.00)
  • GF Value™: £20.45 vs. price of £27.75 (35.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 61.5% above the Construction median (#710 of 1104)

No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:HILSL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hill & Smith Business Description

Other Exchanges HSHPF:USAHILS:UK7HL:Germany
Address Westhaven House, Arleston Way, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, GBR, B90 4LH
Hill & Smith PLC creates sustainable infrastructure and safe transport through innovation. It is organized into three segments namely: The US Engineered Solutions segment comprises all U.S operating companies excluding Galvanizing Services; the UK & India Engineered Solutions segment comprises all UK operating companies and India, excluding Galvanizing Services; and the Galvanizing Services segment contains a group of companies supplying galvanizing and related materials coating services. It derives maximum revenue from US Engineered Solutions segment. Geographically, the company operates in UK, Rest of Europe, North America, The Middle East, Rest of Asia, and Rest of the world. It generates maximum revenue from North America.
91GF Score

Get the complete analysis for CHIX:HILSL

EV-to-FCF is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

£27.75
Price
£20.45
GF Value