CLZNF (Clariant AG) EV-to-FCF: 14.13 (As of Jun. 28, 2026) — 54% Below Median


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What is Clariant AG EV-to-FCF?

Clariant AG CLZNF +12.76% 61 EV-to-FCF is 14.13 as of Jun. 28, 2026, which is 54% below its 10-year median of 30.50. GuruFocus rates CLZNF with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.85. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 920 Chemicals companies, Clariant AG ranks better than 66.09% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Clariant AG's Enterprise Value is $4,820 Mil. Clariant AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $341 Mil. Therefore, Clariant AG's EV-to-FCF for today is 14.13.

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

CLZNF' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.77   Med: 30.5   Max: 2762.27
Current: 14.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Clariant AG was 2762.27. The lowest was 13.77. And the median was 30.50.

CLZNF's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
66.09% of 920 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.765 vs CLZNF: 14.30

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 (2026-06-28), Clariant AG's stock price is $10.205. Clariant AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-0.291. Therefore, Clariant AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Clariant AG  (OTCPK:CLZNF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=10.205/-0.291
=At Loss

Clariant AG's share price for today is $10.205.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Clariant AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $-0.291.

* 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.


Clariant AG EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Clariant AG EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Clariant AG'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.

Clariant AG EV-to-FCF Chart

Clariant AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Clariant AG 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 22.92 0.00 23.44 0.00 14.12

CLZNF vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Clariant AG'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.


Clariant AG EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Clariant AG EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4820.171/341.194
=14.13

Clariant AG's current Enterprise Value is $4,820 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Clariant AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $341 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 14.13 mean?
Clariant AG (CLZNF) has a EV-to-FCF of 14.13 as of Jun. 28, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Clariant AG and its competitors. This is 54% below median its historical median of 30.50. Over the past decade, Clariant AG's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.77 to 2,762.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Clariant AG ranks #312 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 33.9%.
Is Clariant AG's EV-to-FCF too high?
Clariant AG's current EV-to-FCF of 14.13 is 54% below median its 10-year median of 30.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.77 to a high of 2,762.27. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.77. Clariant AG's value of 14.13 is 37.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Clariant AG ranks #312 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Clariant AG has a GF Score™ of 61/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Clariant AG's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Clariant AG ranks #312 out of 920 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Clariant AG in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.77. Clariant AG's value of 14.13 is 37.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Clariant AG's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.77 to 2,762.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 30.50 vs. the industry median of 22.77, Clariant AG has consistently been below 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 22.77, 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. Clariant AG's current EV-to-FCF of 14.13 is 37.9% below 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 Clariant AG and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.77 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Clariant AG's current EV-to-FCF is 14.13, which is 54% below median its own 10-year median of 30.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Clariant AG stock overvalued right now?
Clariant AG (CLZNF) has a current EV-to-FCF of 14.13. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.85, compared to a current price of $10.21 — trading 26.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 14.13, which is 54% below median its 10-year median of 30.50 and 37.9% below the Chemicals industry median of 22.77. Clariant AG's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 5 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 Clariant AG (CLZNF), the current EV-to-FCF is 14.13 as of Jun. 28, 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 Clariant AG (CLZNF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Clariant AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $10.21 is trading 26.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.85.

Key valuation signals for CLZNF:

  • EV-to-FCF: 14.13 (54% below median its 10-year median of 30.50)
  • GF Value™: $13.85 vs. price of $10.21 (26.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 37.9% below the Chemicals median (#312 of 920)

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


Clariant AG Business Description

Address Rothausstrasse 61, Muttenz, CHE, 4132
Clariant AG is a Switzerland-based specialty chemicals company with world-wide operations. It develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells a broad range of specialty chemicals, which play a key role in its customers' manufacturing and treatment processes or add value to their end products. The company reports in three business areas: care chemicals, absorbents and additives and catalysts. Care chemicals mainly targets consumer end markets such as personal care and homecare, but it also has an industrial component. Absorbents and additives encompass Clariant's coatings and adhesives, absorbents, and plastics segments. Catalysts manufacturers process catalysts, mainly for petrochemical and syngas plants.
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