Compass GroupCMPGF 88 EV-to-FCF is 24.69 as of Jul. 11, 2026, which is 0% below its 10-year median of 24.79. GuruFocus rates CMPGF with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $40.64 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 276 Restaurants companies, Compass Group ranks worse than 65.94% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Compass Group's Enterprise Value is $62,752 Mil.
Compass Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2,542 Mil. Therefore, Compass Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 24.69.
The historical rank and industry rank for Compass Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CMPGF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.05 Med: 24.79 Max: 59.36
Current: 25.17
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Compass Group was 59.36. The lowest was 12.05. And the median was 24.79.
CMPGF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 65.94% of 276
companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 17.78
vs CMPGF: 25.17
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.
Compass Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Compass Group's share price for today is $32.836.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Compass Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.187.
* 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 Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Compass Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Compass Group'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 Restaurants subindustry, Compass Group'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 Group EV-to-FCF vs Restaurants Industry
For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Compass Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Compass Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Compass Group's current Enterprise Value is $62,752 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Compass Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2,542 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 Group (CMPGF) has a EV-to-FCF of 24.69 as of Jul. 11, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Compass Group and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 24.79. Over the past decade, Compass Group's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.05 to 59.36. According to the industry distribution chart, Compass Group ranks #182 out of 276 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 65.9%.
Is Compass Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Compass Group's current EV-to-FCF of 24.69 is near median its 10-year median of 24.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.05 to a high of 59.36. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.78. Compass Group's value of 24.69 is 38.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Compass Group ranks #182 out of 276 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Compass Group has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compass Group's EV-to-FCF compare to MCD and SBUX?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Compass Group ranks #182 out of 276 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Compass Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.78. Compass Group's value of 24.69 is 38.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Compass Group's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.05 to 59.36 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 24.79 vs. the industry median of 17.78, Compass Group 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Restaurants companies is 17.78, based on 276 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 Group's current EV-to-FCF of 24.69 is 38.9% 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 Compass Group and its competitors. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Compass Group's current EV-to-FCF is 24.69, which is near median its own 10-year median of 24.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compass Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Group (CMPGF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $40.64, compared to a current price of $32.84 — trading 19.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 24.69, which is near median its 10-year median of 24.79 and 38.9% above the Restaurants industry median of 17.78. Compass Group's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 4 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 Group (CMPGF), the current EV-to-FCF is 24.69 as of Jul. 11, 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 Group (CMPGF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $32.84 is trading 19.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $40.64.
GuruFocus considers Compass Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CMPGF:
EV-to-FCF: 24.69 (near median its 10-year median of 24.79)
GF Value™: $40.64 vs. price of $32.84 (19.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 38.9% above the Restaurants median (#182 of 276)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CMPGF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Compass Group is the largest foodservice company globally, operating in 30 countries and generating annual sales exceeding $30 billion. Compass' model is to operate on-premises catering facilities, rather than centralized industrial kitchens. Foodservice is Compass' focus and contributes more than 85% of revenue. Compass also has its own group purchasing organization, Foodbuy, which is responsible for over $30 billion in annual spending in the US. The company also provides premium support services to clients.
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