Criteo (FRA:CI5A) EV-to-FCF: 5.58 (As of Jul. 12, 2026) — 47% Below Median


FRA:CI5A Criteo SA FRA:CI5A
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What is Criteo EV-to-FCF?

Criteo FRA:CI5A +0.50% 70 EV-to-FCF is 5.58 as of Jul. 12, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 10.48. GuruFocus rates FRA:CI5A with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of €24.80. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 611 Media - Diversified companies, Criteo ranks better than 72.67% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Criteo's Enterprise Value is €849 Mil. Criteo's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €152 Mil. Therefore, Criteo's EV-to-FCF for today is 5.58.

The historical rank and industry rank for Criteo's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:CI5A' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.83   Med: 10.48   Max: 52.72
Current: 5.45

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Criteo was 52.72. The lowest was 1.83. And the median was 10.48.

FRA:CI5A's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
72.67% of 611 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.54 vs FRA:CI5A: 5.45

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.

As of today (2026-07-12), Criteo's stock price is €20.00. Criteo's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.833. Therefore, Criteo's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.91.


Criteo  (FRA:CI5A) 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.

Criteo's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=20.00/1.833
=10.91

Criteo's share price for today is €20.00.
Criteo'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 €1.833.

* 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.


Criteo EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Criteo EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Criteo'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.

Criteo EV-to-FCF Chart

Criteo Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Criteo Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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FRA:CI5A vs QNST, EEX, EVC: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Criteo'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.


Criteo EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Criteo's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Criteo's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Criteo EV-to-FCF Calculation

Criteo's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=848.900/152.089
=5.58

Criteo's current Enterprise Value is €849 Mil.
Criteo'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 €152 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 5.58 mean?
Criteo (FRA:CI5A) has a EV-to-FCF of 5.58 as of Jul. 12, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Criteo and its competitors. This is 47% below median its historical median of 10.48. Over the past decade, Criteo's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 1.83 to 52.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Criteo ranks #167 out of 611 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 27.3%.
Is Criteo's EV-to-FCF too high?
Criteo's current EV-to-FCF of 5.58 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 10.48. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.83 to a high of 52.72. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.54. Criteo's value of 5.58 is 51.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Criteo ranks #167 out of 611 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Criteo has a GF Score™ of 70/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Criteo's EV-to-FCF compare to QNST and EEX?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Criteo ranks #167 out of 611 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Criteo in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.54. Criteo's value of 5.58 is 51.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Criteo's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 1.83 to 52.72 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.48 vs. the industry median of 11.54, Criteo has consistently been below 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.54, based on 611 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. Criteo's current EV-to-FCF of 5.58 is 51.6% below 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 Criteo and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Criteo's current EV-to-FCF is 5.58, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 10.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Criteo stock overvalued right now?
Criteo (FRA:CI5A) has a current EV-to-FCF of 5.58. The stock's GF Value™ is €24.80, compared to a current price of €20.00 — trading 19.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 5.58, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 10.48 and 51.6% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.54. Criteo's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Criteo (FRA:CI5A), the current EV-to-FCF is 5.58 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 Criteo (FRA:CI5A) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Criteo stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €20.00 is trading 19.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €24.80.

Key valuation signals for FRA:CI5A:

  • EV-to-FCF: 5.58 (47% below median its 10-year median of 10.48)
  • GF Value™: €24.80 vs. price of €20.00 (19.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 51.6% below the Media - Diversified median (#167 of 611)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:CI5A stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Criteo Business Description

Address 32 Rue Blanche, Paris, FRA, 75009
Criteo SA is an ad-tech company in the digital advertising market. Its technology allows retailer advertisers to launch multichannel and cross-device marketing campaigns in real time. With real-time return on investment analysis of the ads, the firm's clients can adjust their marketing strategies dynamically. It has two reportable segments: Retail Media and Performance Media. Retail Media: This segment encompasses revenue generated from brands, agencies, and retailers for the purchase and sale of retail media digital advertising inventory and audiences, and services. Performance Media: This segment encompasses targeting capabilities and supply and AdTech services. The majority of its revenues is generated from the performance media segment.
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