Otter Tail (FRA:OT4) EV-to-FCF: -59.22 (As of Aug. 21, 2026)

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FRA:OT4 Otter Tail Corp FRA:OT4
82 GF Score
Price €78.00
GF Value €69.94
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What is Otter Tail EV-to-FCF?

Otter Tail FRA:OT4 +0.65% 82 EV-to-FCF is -59.22 as of Aug. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:OT4 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of €69.94. The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 343 Conglomerates companies, Otter Tail ranks worse than 291544.9% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Otter Tail's Enterprise Value is €4,111 Mil. Otter Tail's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-69 Mil. Therefore, Otter Tail's EV-to-FCF for today is -59.22.

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

FRA:OT4' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -491.31   Med: 31.87   Max: 2584.95
Current: -60.54

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Otter Tail was 2584.95. The lowest was -491.31. And the median was 31.87.

FRA:OT4's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 343 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 17.53 vs FRA:OT4: -60.54

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 (2026-08-21), Otter Tail's stock price is €78.00. Otter Tail's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €3.975. Therefore, Otter Tail's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.62.


Otter Tail  (FRA:OT4) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=78.00/3.975
=19.62

Otter Tail's share price for today is €78.00.
Otter Tail's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €3.975.

* 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.


Otter Tail EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Otter Tail EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Otter Tail'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.

Otter Tail EV-to-FCF Chart

Otter Tail Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Otter Tail Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 48.80 38.42 41.36 2,508.47 -59.43

FRA:OT4 vs SEB, GHC, TTI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Otter Tail'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.


Otter Tail EV-to-FCF vs Conglomerates Industry

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

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


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Otter Tail EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4111.234/-69.418
=-59.22

Otter Tail's current Enterprise Value is €4,111 Mil.
Otter Tail's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-69 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 -59.22 mean?
Otter Tail (FRA:OT4) has a EV-to-FCF of -59.22 as of Aug. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Otter Tail and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Otter Tail ranks #999999 out of 343 companies in the Conglomerates industry.
Is Otter Tail's EV-to-FCF too high?
Otter Tail's current EV-to-FCF is -59.22. Based on the distribution chart, Otter Tail ranks #999999 out of 343 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Otter Tail has a GF Score™ of 82/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Otter Tail's EV-to-FCF compare to SEB and GHC?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Otter Tail ranks #999999 out of 343 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Otter Tail in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.53. 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 17.53, based on 343 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 Otter Tail and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Otter Tail's current EV-to-FCF is -59.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Otter Tail stock overvalued right now?
Otter Tail (FRA:OT4) has a current EV-to-FCF of -59.22. The stock's GF Value™ is €69.94, compared to a current price of €78.00 — trading 11.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -59.22. Otter Tail's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 9 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 Otter Tail (FRA:OT4), the current EV-to-FCF is -59.22 as of Aug. 21, 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 Otter Tail (FRA:OT4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Otter Tail stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €78.00 is trading 11.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €69.94.

Key valuation signals for FRA:OT4:

  • EV-to-FCF: -59.22
  • GF Value™: €69.94 vs. price of €78.00 (11.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:OT4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Otter Tail Business Description

Other Exchanges OTTR:USA
Address 215 South Cascade Street, P.O. Box 496, Fergus Falls, MN, USA, 56538-0496
Otter Tail Corp is a U.S. energy company that operates in the electric (produces and sells electricity), manufacturing (fabricates metal components), and plastics segments (pipes for water uses). The company conducts its operations and acquires the majority of its revenue in the U.S. in the states of Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Electric segment and commercial customers, although it generates revenue from residential and industrial customers, as well.
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