Holcim (CHIX:HOLNZ) EV-to-FCF: 26.65 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 219% Above Median

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CHIX:HOLNZ Holcim Ltd CHIX:HOLNZ
64 GF Score
Price CHF75.97
GF Value CHF29.79
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Holcim EV-to-FCF?

Holcim CHIX:HOLNZ +2.08% 64 EV-to-FCF is 26.65 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 219% above its 10-year median of 8.36. GuruFocus rates CHIX:HOLNZ with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF29.79 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 274 Building Materials companies, Holcim ranks worse than 67.15% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Holcim's Enterprise Value is CHF46,027 Mil. Holcim's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF1,727 Mil. Therefore, Holcim's EV-to-FCF for today is 26.65.

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

CHIX:HOLNz' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.62   Med: 8.36   Max: 97.02
Current: 26.65

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Holcim was 97.02. The lowest was 6.62. And the median was 8.36.

CHIX:HOLNz's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
67.15% of 274 companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 18.89 vs CHIX:HOLNz: 26.65

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.

As of today (2026-07-16), Holcim's stock price is CHF75.97. Holcim's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF23.790. Therefore, Holcim's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 3.19.


Holcim  (CHIX:HOLNz) 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.

Holcim's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=75.97/23.790
=3.19

Holcim's share price for today is CHF75.97.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holcim's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF23.790.

* 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.


Holcim EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Holcim EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Holcim'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.

Holcim EV-to-FCF Chart

Holcim 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 7.71 6.75 6.73 7.15 27.21

Holcim 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 6.73 0.00 7.15 0.00 27.21

CHIX:HOLNZ vs CRH, VMC, MLM: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, Holcim'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.


Holcim EV-to-FCF vs Building Materials Industry

For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Holcim's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Holcim EV-to-FCF Calculation

Holcim's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=46026.508/1727
=26.65

Holcim's current Enterprise Value is CHF46,027 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holcim's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF1,727 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 26.65 mean?
Holcim (CHIX:HOLNZ) has a EV-to-FCF of 26.65 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Holcim and its competitors. This is 219% above median its historical median of 8.36. Over the past decade, Holcim's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.62 to 97.02. According to the industry distribution chart, Holcim ranks #184 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 67.2%.
Is Holcim's EV-to-FCF too high?
Holcim's current EV-to-FCF of 26.65 is 219% above median its 10-year median of 8.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.62 to a high of 97.02. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.89. Holcim's value of 26.65 is 41.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Holcim ranks #184 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Holcim has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Holcim's EV-to-FCF compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Holcim ranks #184 out of 274 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Holcim in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.89. Holcim's value of 26.65 is 41.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Holcim's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.62 to 97.02 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.36 vs. the industry median of 18.89, Holcim 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 Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Building Materials companies is 18.89, based on 274 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. Holcim's current EV-to-FCF of 26.65 is 41.1% 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 Holcim and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Holcim's current EV-to-FCF is 26.65, which is 219% above median its own 10-year median of 8.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Holcim stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holcim (CHIX:HOLNZ) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF29.79, compared to a current price of CHF75.97 — trading 155% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 26.65, which is 219% above median its 10-year median of 8.36 and 41.1% above the Building Materials industry median of 18.89. Holcim's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 11 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 Holcim (CHIX:HOLNZ), the current EV-to-FCF is 26.65 as of Jul. 16, 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 Holcim (CHIX:HOLNZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holcim stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF75.97 is trading 155% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF29.79. GuruFocus considers Holcim to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:HOLNZ:

  • EV-to-FCF: 26.65 (219% above median its 10-year median of 8.36)
  • GF Value™: CHF29.79 vs. price of CHF75.97 (155% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 41.1% above the Building Materials median (#184 of 274)

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


Holcim Business Description

Address Grafenauweg 10, Zug, CHE, CH-6300
Holcim is a leader in sustainable construction operating across Europe, Latin America and Asia, Middle East and Africa. Holcim provides high-value Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling with brands including ECOPact, ECOPlanet and ECOCycle.
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