Greenbrier (FRA:G90) EV-to-FCF: -30.49 (As of Jul. 25, 2026)

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FRA:G90 Greenbrier Companies Inc FRA:G90
69 GF Score
Price €44.20
GF Value €30.45
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Greenbrier EV-to-FCF?

Greenbrier FRA:G90 +1.84% 69 EV-to-FCF is -30.49 as of Jul. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:G90 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €30.45 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 672 Transportation companies, Greenbrier ranks worse than 148809.38% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Greenbrier's Enterprise Value is €2,965 Mil. Greenbrier's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was €-97 Mil. Therefore, Greenbrier's EV-to-FCF for today is -30.49.

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

FRA:G90' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -219.56   Med: -5.5   Max: 46.88
Current: -30.01

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Greenbrier was 46.88. The lowest was -219.56. And the median was -5.50.

FRA:G90's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 672 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 13.96 vs FRA:G90: -30.01

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 (2026-07-25), Greenbrier's stock price is €44.20. Greenbrier's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was €2.903. Therefore, Greenbrier's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.23.


Greenbrier  (FRA:G90) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=44.20/2.903
=15.23

Greenbrier's share price for today is €44.20.
Greenbrier's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €2.903.

* 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.


Greenbrier EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Greenbrier EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Greenbrier'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.

Greenbrier EV-to-FCF Chart

Greenbrier Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -12.37 -4.12 -10.05 -46.30 -215.67

Greenbrier Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 41.37 -215.67 23.82 14.11 -28.63

FRA:G90 vs FSTR, TRN, RAIL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Railroads subindustry, Greenbrier'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.


Greenbrier EV-to-FCF vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Greenbrier's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Greenbrier EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2965.179/-97.253
=-30.49

Greenbrier's current Enterprise Value is €2,965 Mil.
Greenbrier's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-97 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 -30.49 mean?
Greenbrier (FRA:G90) has a EV-to-FCF of -30.49 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Greenbrier and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Greenbrier ranks #999999 out of 672 companies in the Transportation industry.
Is Greenbrier's EV-to-FCF too high?
Greenbrier's current EV-to-FCF is -30.49. Based on the distribution chart, Greenbrier ranks #999999 out of 672 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Greenbrier has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Greenbrier's EV-to-FCF compare to FSTR and TRN?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Greenbrier ranks #999999 out of 672 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Greenbrier in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.96. 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Transportation companies is 13.96, based on 672 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 Greenbrier and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Greenbrier's current EV-to-FCF is -30.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Greenbrier stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Greenbrier (FRA:G90) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €30.45, compared to a current price of €44.20 — trading 45.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -30.49. Greenbrier's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 8 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 Greenbrier (FRA:G90), the current EV-to-FCF is -30.49 as of Jul. 25, 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 Greenbrier (FRA:G90) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Greenbrier stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €44.20 is trading 45.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €30.45. GuruFocus considers Greenbrier to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:G90:

  • EV-to-FCF: -30.49
  • GF Value™: €30.45 vs. price of €44.20 (45.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:G90 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Greenbrier Business Description

Other Exchanges GBX:USA
Address One Centerpoint Drive, Suite 200, Lake Oswego, OR, USA, 97035
Greenbrier Companies Inc supplies equipment and services to international freight transportation markets, designing and marketing freight railcars in North America, Europe, and Brazil through subsidiaries and joint ventures. It provides railcar wheel services, parts, maintenance, and conversion services in North America. The company owns a lease fleet sourced mainly from its manufacturing operations and offers railcar management, regulatory compliance, and leasing services to railroads and owners. It operates two segments: Manufacturing and Leasing & Fleet Management, with the majority of revenue from Manufacturing. The company operates in the U.S. and internationally, with the majority of revenue from the U.S. market.
69GF Score

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