Scales (FRA:S05) EV-to-FCF: 39.31 (As of Sep. 20, 2026) — 80% Above Median

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FRA:S05 Scales Corp Ltd FRA:S05
92 GF Score
Price €3.30
GF Value €4.49
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Scales EV-to-FCF?

Scales FRA:S05 -1.20% 92 EV-to-FCF is 39.31 as of Sep. 20, 2026, which is 80% above its 10-year median of 21.81. GuruFocus rates FRA:S05 with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.49 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,182 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Scales ranks worse than 79.1% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Scales's Enterprise Value is €608.8 Mil. Scales's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €15.5 Mil. Therefore, Scales's EV-to-FCF for today is 39.31.

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

FRA:S05' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.29   Med: 21.81   Max: 40.61
Current: 39.67

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Scales was 40.61. The lowest was 10.29. And the median was 21.81.

FRA:S05's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
79.1% of 1182 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.915 vs FRA:S05: 39.67

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 (2026-09-20), Scales's stock price is €3.30. Scales's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.286. Therefore, Scales's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.54.


Scales  (FRA:S05) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3.30/0.286
=11.54

Scales's share price for today is €3.30.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Scales's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.286.

* 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.


Scales EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Scales EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Scales'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.

Scales EV-to-FCF Chart

Scales Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Scales Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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FRA:S05 vs KHC, GIS, MKC: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Scales'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.


Scales EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Scales's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


FRA:S05
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Scales EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=608.771/15.485
=39.31

Scales's current Enterprise Value is €608.8 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Scales's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €15.5 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 39.31 mean?
Scales (FRA:S05) has a EV-to-FCF of 39.31 as of Sep. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Scales and its competitors. This is 80% above median its historical median of 21.81. Over the past decade, Scales' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.29 to 40.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Scales ranks #935 out of 1182 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 79.1%.
Is Scales' EV-to-FCF too high?
Scales' current EV-to-FCF of 39.31 is 80% above median its 10-year median of 21.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.29 to a high of 40.61. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.92. Scales' value of 39.31 is 147% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Scales ranks #935 out of 1182 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Scales has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Scales' EV-to-FCF compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Scales ranks #935 out of 1182 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Scales in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.92. Scales' value of 39.31 is 147% above this benchmark. Historically, Scales' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.29 to 40.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.81 vs. the industry median of 15.92, Scales 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.92, based on 1,182 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. Scales's current EV-to-FCF of 39.31 is 147% 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 Scales and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.92 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Scales's current EV-to-FCF is 39.31, which is 80% above median its own 10-year median of 21.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Scales stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Scales (FRA:S05) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.49, compared to a current price of €3.30 — trading 26.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 39.31, which is 80% above median its 10-year median of 21.81 and 147% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.92. Scales' overall GF Score™ is 92/100 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 Scales (FRA:S05), the current EV-to-FCF is 39.31 as of Sep. 20, 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 Scales (FRA:S05) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Scales stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €3.30 is trading 26.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €4.49. GuruFocus considers Scales to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:S05:

  • EV-to-FCF: 39.31 (80% above median its 10-year median of 21.81)
  • GF Value™: €4.49 vs. price of €3.30 (26.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 147% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#935 of 1182)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:S05 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Scales Business Description

Other Exchanges SCL:New Zealand
Address 52 Cashel Street, Christchurch, NZL, 8013
Scales Corp Ltd is a company engaged in agribusiness activities. It is principally engaged in the manufacture and trade of food ingredients, growing apples, operating processing facilities, exporting products, providing logistics services and providing insurance services to companies within the Group. The company's operating segments are Global Proteins, Horticulture, Logistics, and Others. The majority of the revenue for the company is generated from the Global Proteins segment, which is engaged in the processing and marketing of proteins such as pet food ingredients, edible meat, and offal products. Geographically, the company generates the maximum revenue from Asia and the rest from New Zealand, North America, Europe, and other regions.
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