Lear (FRA:LE6N) EV-to-FCF: 12.37 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — Near Median

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FRA:LE6N Lear Corp FRA:LE6N
84 GF Score
Price €118.00
GF Value €109.92
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What is Lear EV-to-FCF?

Lear FRA:LE6N 84 EV-to-FCF is 12.37 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 1% below its 10-year median of 12.55. GuruFocus rates FRA:LE6N with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of €109.92. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 848 Vehicles & Parts companies, Lear ranks better than 61.56% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Lear's Enterprise Value is €7,752 Mil. Lear's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €627 Mil. Therefore, Lear's EV-to-FCF for today is 12.37.

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

FRA:LE6N' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -654.88   Med: 12.55   Max: 379.72
Current: 12.05

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Lear was 379.72. The lowest was -654.88. And the median was 12.55.

FRA:LE6N's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
61.56% of 848 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 17.165 vs FRA:LE6N: 12.05

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 (2026-07-14), Lear's stock price is €118.00. Lear's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €8.612. Therefore, Lear's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.70.


Lear  (FRA:LE6N) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=118.00/8.612
=13.70

Lear's share price for today is €118.00.
Lear'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 €8.612.

* 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.


Lear EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Lear EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lear'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.

Lear EV-to-FCF Chart

Lear Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Lear 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:LE6N vs LKQ, MBLY, GTX: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Lear'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.


Lear EV-to-FCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Lear's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Lear EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=7751.898/626.784
=12.37

Lear's current Enterprise Value is €7,752 Mil.
Lear'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 €627 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 12.37 mean?
Lear (FRA:LE6N) has a EV-to-FCF of 12.37 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Lear and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 12.55. According to the industry distribution chart, Lear ranks #326 out of 848 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 38.4%.
Is Lear's EV-to-FCF too high?
Lear's current EV-to-FCF of 12.37 is near median its 10-year median of 12.55. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.17. Lear's value of 12.37 is 27.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lear ranks #326 out of 848 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Lear has a GF Score™ of 84/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lear's EV-to-FCF compare to LKQ and MBLY?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Lear ranks #326 out of 848 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Lear in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.17. Lear's value of 12.37 is 27.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.55 vs. the industry median of 17.17, Lear 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 17.17, based on 848 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. Lear's current EV-to-FCF of 12.37 is 27.9% 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 Lear and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.17 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lear's current EV-to-FCF is 12.37, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lear stock overvalued right now?
Lear (FRA:LE6N) has a current EV-to-FCF of 12.37. The stock's GF Value™ is €109.92, compared to a current price of €118.00 — trading 7.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 12.37, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.55 and 27.9% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 17.17. Lear's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Lear (FRA:LE6N), the current EV-to-FCF is 12.37 as of Jul. 14, 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 Lear (FRA:LE6N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lear stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €118.00 is trading 7.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €109.92.

Key valuation signals for FRA:LE6N:

  • EV-to-FCF: 12.37 (near median its 10-year median of 12.55)
  • GF Value™: €109.92 vs. price of €118.00 (7.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 27.9% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#326 of 848)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:LE6N stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Lear Business Description

Other Exchanges LEA:USA0JTQ:UK
Address 21557 Telegraph Road, Southfield, MI, USA, 48033
Lear Corp designs, develops, and manufactures automotive seating and electrical systems and components. The company has two reporting segments Seating and E-Systems. Seating components include frames and mechanisms, covers (leather and woven fabric), seat heating and cooling, foam, and headrests. Automotive electrical distribution and connection systems and electronic systems include wiring harnesses, terminals and connectors, on-board battery chargers, high-voltage battery management systems. The company earns majority of its revenue from the seating segment.
84GF Score

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