Compass Diversified HoldingsFRA:5CX -0.61%54 EV-to-FCF is 337.09 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 1655% above its 10-year median of 19.21. GuruFocus rates FRA:5CX with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of €18.15 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 355 Conglomerates companies, Compass Diversified Holdings ranks worse than 96.06% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Compass Diversified Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:5CX'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -431.18 Med: 19.21 Max: 330.96
Current: 312.95
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Compass Diversified Holdings was 330.96. The lowest was -431.18. And the median was 19.21.
FRA:5CX's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 96.06% of 355
companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 17.7
vs FRA:5CX: 312.95
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 Diversified Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Compass Diversified Holdings's share price for today is €8.15.
Compass Diversified Holdings'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 €-3.355.
* 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 Diversified Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Compass Diversified Holdings 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 Conglomerates subindustry, Compass Diversified Holdings'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 Diversified Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Conglomerates Industry
For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Compass Diversified Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Compass Diversified Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Compass Diversified Holdings's current Enterprise Value is €2,778 Mil.
Compass Diversified Holdings'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 €8 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 Diversified Holdings (FRA:5CX) has a EV-to-FCF of 337.09 as of Jul. 12, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Compass Diversified Holdings and its competitors. This is 1655% above median its historical median of 19.21. According to the industry distribution chart, Compass Diversified Holdings ranks #341 out of 355 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 96.1%.
Is Compass Diversified Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Compass Diversified Holdings' current EV-to-FCF of 337.09 is 1655% above median its 10-year median of 19.21. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.70. Compass Diversified Holdings' value of 337.09 is 1804.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Compass Diversified Holdings ranks #341 out of 355 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Compass Diversified Holdings has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compass Diversified Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to FBYD and MATW?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Compass Diversified Holdings ranks #341 out of 355 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Compass Diversified Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.70. Compass Diversified Holdings' value of 337.09 is 1804.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 19.21 vs. the industry median of 17.70, Compass Diversified Holdings 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Conglomerates companies is 17.70, based on 355 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 Diversified Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 337.09 is 1804.5% 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 Diversified Holdings and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Compass Diversified Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 337.09, which is 1655% above median its own 10-year median of 19.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compass Diversified Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Diversified Holdings (FRA:5CX) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €18.15, compared to a current price of €8.15 — trading 55.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 337.09, which is 1655% above median its 10-year median of 19.21 and 1804.5% above the Conglomerates industry median of 17.70. Compass Diversified Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 6 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 Diversified Holdings (FRA:5CX), the current EV-to-FCF is 337.09 as of Jul. 12, 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 Diversified Holdings (FRA:5CX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Diversified Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €8.15 is trading 55.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €18.15.
GuruFocus considers Compass Diversified Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for FRA:5CX:
EV-to-FCF: 337.09 (1655% above median its 10-year median of 19.21)
GF Value™: €18.15 vs. price of €8.15 (55.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 1804.5% above the Conglomerates median (#341 of 355)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:5CX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Compass Diversified Holdings is a diversified business conglomerate based in the United States having two groups: branded consumer business and industrial business. Branded consumer businesses are characterized as those businesses that capitalize on a valuable brand name in their respective market sector. It includes 5.11, Ergobaby, Liberty Safe, and Velocity Outdoor. Industrial businesses are characterized as those businesses that focus on manufacturing and selling particular products and industrial services within a specific market sector. The company has operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia Pacific, and other International areas.
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