Compass Minerals InternationalCMP +5.07%62 EV-to-FCF is 19.48 as of Jun. 28, 2026, which is 46% below its 10-year median of 36.28. GuruFocus rates CMP with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.92 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 447 Metals & Mining companies, Compass Minerals International ranks better than 50.78% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Compass Minerals International's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CMP'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4629.67 Med: 36.28 Max: 275.49
Current: 19.48
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Compass Minerals International was 275.49. The lowest was -4629.67. And the median was 36.28.
CMP's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 50.78% of 447
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 19.22
vs CMP: 19.48
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.
Compass Minerals International (NYSE:CMP) 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.
Compass Minerals International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Compass Minerals International's share price for today is $31.10.
Compass Minerals International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.150.
* 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.
Compass Minerals International EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Compass Minerals International EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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 Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Compass Minerals International'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.
Compass Minerals International EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Compass Minerals International's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Compass Minerals International's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Compass Minerals International's current Enterprise Value is $1,956 Mil.
Compass Minerals International's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $100 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.
Compass Minerals International (CMP) has a EV-to-FCF of 19.48 as of Jun. 28, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Compass Minerals International and its competitors. This is 46% below median its historical median of 36.28. According to the industry distribution chart, Compass Minerals International ranks #220 out of 447 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 49.2%.
Is Compass Minerals International's EV-to-FCF too high?
Compass Minerals International's current EV-to-FCF of 19.48 is 46% below median its 10-year median of 36.28. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.22. Compass Minerals International's value of 19.48 is 1.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Compass Minerals International ranks #220 out of 447 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Compass Minerals International has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compass Minerals International's EV-to-FCF compare to UAMY and TTNNF?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Compass Minerals International ranks #220 out of 447 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Compass Minerals International in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.22. Compass Minerals International's value of 19.48 is 1.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 36.28 vs. the industry median of 19.22, Compass Minerals International 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 19.22, based on 447 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. Compass Minerals International's current EV-to-FCF of 19.48 is 1.4% 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 Compass Minerals International and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 19.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Compass Minerals International's current EV-to-FCF is 19.48, which is 46% below median its own 10-year median of 36.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compass Minerals International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Minerals International (CMP) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.92, compared to a current price of $31.10 — trading 56.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 19.48, which is 46% below median its 10-year median of 36.28 and 1.4% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 19.22. Compass Minerals International's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 9 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 Compass Minerals International (CMP), the current EV-to-FCF is 19.48 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 Compass Minerals International (CMP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Minerals International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $31.10 is trading 56.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.92.
GuruFocus considers Compass Minerals International to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CMP:
EV-to-FCF: 19.48 (46% below median its 10-year median of 36.28)
GF Value™: $19.92 vs. price of $31.10 (56.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1.4% above the Metals & Mining median (#220 of 447)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CMP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Compass Minerals International Business Description
Compass Minerals currently produces two primary products: salt and specialty potash fertilizer. The company's main assets include rock salt mines in Ontario, Louisiana, and the United Kingdom. The fertilizer is produced from a brine operation at the Great Salt Lake in Utah that produces sulfate of potash and magnesium chloride. Compass' salt products are used for deicing and also by industrial and consumer end markets. The firm's sulfate of potash is used by growers of high-value crops that are sensitive to standard potash.
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