ESCO TechnologiesESE -4.23%82 EV-to-FCF is 42.57 as of Jun. 29, 2026, which is 17% above its 10-year median of 36.49. GuruFocus rates ESE with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $186.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,330 Hardware companies, ESCO Technologies ranks worse than 66.32% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, ESCO Technologies's Enterprise Value is $8,904 Mil.
ESCO Technologies's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $209 Mil. Therefore, ESCO Technologies's EV-to-FCF for today is 42.57.
The historical rank and industry rank for ESCO Technologies's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
ESE'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 22.14 Med: 36.49 Max: 67.03
Current: 42.57
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of ESCO Technologies was 67.03. The lowest was 22.14. And the median was 36.49.
ESE's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 66.32% of 1330
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.965
vs ESE: 42.57
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.
ESCO Technologies's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
ESCO Technologies's share price for today is $339.88.
ESCO 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 $11.890.
* 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.
ESCO Technologies EV-to-FCF Related Terms
ESCO Technologies EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for ESCO Technologies'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 Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, ESCO 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.
ESCO Technologies EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, ESCO Technologies's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ESCO Technologies's EV-to-FCF falls into.
ESCO Technologies's current Enterprise Value is $8,904 Mil.
ESCO 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 $209 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.
ESCO Technologies (ESE) has a EV-to-FCF of 42.57 as of Jun. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on ESCO Technologies and its competitors. This is 17% above median its historical median of 36.49. Over the past decade, ESCO Technologies' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 22.14 to 67.03. According to the industry distribution chart, ESCO Technologies ranks #882 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 66.3%.
Is ESCO Technologies' EV-to-FCF too high?
ESCO Technologies' current EV-to-FCF of 42.57 is 17% above median its 10-year median of 36.49. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 22.14 to a high of 67.03. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.97. ESCO Technologies' value of 42.57 is 85.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ESCO Technologies ranks #882 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, ESCO Technologies has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ESCO Technologies' EV-to-FCF compare to ST and CGNX?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, ESCO Technologies ranks #882 out of 1330 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places ESCO Technologies in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.97. ESCO Technologies' value of 42.57 is 85.4% above this benchmark. Historically, ESCO Technologies' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 22.14 to 67.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 36.49 vs. the industry median of 22.97, ESCO Technologies 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.97, based on 1,330 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. ESCO Technologies's current EV-to-FCF of 42.57 is 85.4% 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 ESCO Technologies and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ESCO Technologies's current EV-to-FCF is 42.57, which is 17% above median its own 10-year median of 36.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ESCO Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ESCO Technologies (ESE) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $186.27, compared to a current price of $339.88 — trading 82.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 42.57, which is 17% above median its 10-year median of 36.49 and 85.4% above the Hardware industry median of 22.97. ESCO Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 7 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 ESCO Technologies (ESE), the current EV-to-FCF is 42.57 as of Jun. 29, 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 ESCO Technologies (ESE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ESCO Technologies stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $339.88 is trading 82.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $186.27.
GuruFocus considers ESCO Technologies to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ESE:
EV-to-FCF: 42.57 (17% above median its 10-year median of 36.49)
GF Value™: $186.27 vs. price of $339.88 (82.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 85.4% above the Hardware median (#882 of 1330)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ESE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ESCO Technologies Inc sells engineered products and systems for utility, industrial, aerospace, and commercial applications. The firm operates in three segments: Aerospace & Defense (A&D), Utility Solutions Group (USG), and RF Test & Measurement (Test). The Aerospace and Defense segment designs and manufactures specialty filtration and naval products. The USG segment provides diagnostic testing solutions. The Test segment provides its customers with the ability to identify, measure, and contain magnetic, electromagnetic, and acoustic energy.
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