EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Core Molding Technologies's Enterprise Value is $212.0 Mil.
Core Molding Technologies's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-15.4 Mil. Therefore, Core Molding Technologies's EV-to-FCF for today is -13.74.
The historical rank and industry rank for Core Molding Technologies's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CMT'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -544.92 Med: 5.19 Max: 315.85
Current: -13.74
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Core Molding Technologies was 315.85. The lowest was -544.92. And the median was 5.19.
CMT's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 100% of 920
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.765
vs CMT: -13.74
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.
Core Molding Technologies's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Core Molding Technologies's share price for today is $23.67.
Core Molding Technologies'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 $1.120.
* 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.
Core Molding Technologies EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Core Molding Technologies 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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Core Molding Technologies'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.
Core Molding Technologies EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Core Molding Technologies's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Core Molding Technologies's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Core Molding Technologies's current Enterprise Value is $212.0 Mil.
Core Molding Technologies'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 $-15.4 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.
Core Molding Technologies (CMT) has a EV-to-FCF of -13.74 as of Jun. 27, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Core Molding Technologies and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Core Molding Technologies ranks #999999 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry.
Is Core Molding Technologies' EV-to-FCF too high?
Core Molding Technologies' current EV-to-FCF is -13.74. Based on the distribution chart, Core Molding Technologies ranks #999999 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Core Molding Technologies has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Core Molding Technologies' EV-to-FCF compare to RLEA and HDSN?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Core Molding Technologies ranks #999999 out of 920 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Core Molding Technologies in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.77. 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. 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 Core Molding Technologies 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. Core Molding Technologies's current EV-to-FCF is -13.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Core Molding Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core Molding Technologies (CMT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $15.32, compared to a current price of $23.67 — trading 54.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -13.74. Core Molding Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 3 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 Core Molding Technologies (CMT), the current EV-to-FCF is -13.74 as of Jun. 27, 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 Core Molding Technologies (CMT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core Molding Technologies stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $23.67 is trading 54.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $15.32.
GuruFocus considers Core Molding Technologies to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CMT:
EV-to-FCF: -13.74
GF Value™: $15.32 vs. price of $23.67 (54.5% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CMT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Core Molding Technologies Inc operates in the engineered materials market as one operating segment as a molder of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. It produces and sells molded products for varied markets, including medium and heavy-duty trucks, automobiles, power sports, construction and agriculture, building products, and other industrial markets. The processes include compression molding of sheet molding compound (SMC), resin transfer molding (RTM), liquid molding of dicyclopentadiene (DCPD), spray-up and hand-lay-up, direct long-fiber thermoplastics (D-LFT) and structural foam and structural web injection molding (SIM). It operates operates in Columbus, Ohio; Gaffney, South Carolina; Winona, Minnesota; Matamoros and Escobedo, Mexico; and Cobourg, Ontario, Canada.
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