Valmont Industries (FRA:VI1) EV-to-FCF: 32.15 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — 30% Above Median

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FRA:VI1 Valmont Industries Inc FRA:VI1
88 GF Score
Price €424.00
GF Value €300.26
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Valmont Industries EV-to-FCF?

Valmont Industries FRA:VI1 -1.40% 88 EV-to-FCF is 32.15 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 30% above its 10-year median of 24.74. GuruFocus rates FRA:VI1 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of €300.26 (Significantly Overvalued). Among 350 Conglomerates companies, Valmont Industries ranks worse than 72.86% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Valmont Industries's Enterprise Value is €8,913 Mil. Valmont Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €277 Mil. Therefore, Valmont Industries's EV-to-FCF for today is 32.15.

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

FRA:VI1' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -575.97   Med: 24.74   Max: 236.92
Current: 31.78

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Valmont Industries was 236.92. The lowest was -575.97. And the median was 24.74.

FRA:VI1's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
72.86% of 350 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 17.555 vs FRA:VI1: 31.78

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 (2026-08-08), Valmont Industries's stock price is €424.00. Valmont Industries's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €22.068. Therefore, Valmont Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.21.


Valmont Industries  (FRA:VI1) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=424.00/22.068
=19.21

Valmont Industries's share price for today is €424.00.
Valmont Industries'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 €22.068.

* 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.


Valmont Industries EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Valmont Industries EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Valmont Industries'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.

Valmont Industries EV-to-FCF Chart

Valmont Industries Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -150.37 34.20 27.87 13.98 27.02

Valmont Industries 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 13.41 20.72 27.02 24.11 36.24

FRA:VI1 vs GHC, SEB, OTTR: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Valmont Industries'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.


Valmont Industries EV-to-FCF vs Conglomerates Industry

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

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


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Valmont Industries EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=8913.093/277.257
=32.15

Valmont Industries's current Enterprise Value is €8,913 Mil.
Valmont Industries'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 €277 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 32.15 mean?
Valmont Industries (FRA:VI1) has a EV-to-FCF of 32.15 as of Aug. 08, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Valmont Industries and its competitors. This is 30% above median its historical median of 24.74. According to the industry distribution chart, Valmont Industries ranks #255 out of 350 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 72.9%.
Is Valmont Industries' EV-to-FCF too high?
Valmont Industries' current EV-to-FCF of 32.15 is 30% above median its 10-year median of 24.74. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.56. Valmont Industries' value of 32.15 is 83.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Valmont Industries ranks #255 out of 350 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Valmont Industries has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Valmont Industries' EV-to-FCF compare to GHC and SEB?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Valmont Industries ranks #255 out of 350 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Valmont Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.56. Valmont Industries' value of 32.15 is 83.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 24.74 vs. the industry median of 17.56, Valmont Industries 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Conglomerates companies is 17.56, based on 350 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. Valmont Industries's current EV-to-FCF of 32.15 is 83.1% 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 Valmont Industries and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Valmont Industries's current EV-to-FCF is 32.15, which is 30% above median its own 10-year median of 24.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Valmont Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valmont Industries (FRA:VI1) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €300.26, compared to a current price of €424.00 — trading 41.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 32.15, which is 30% above median its 10-year median of 24.74 and 83.1% above the Conglomerates industry median of 17.56. Valmont Industries' overall GF Score™ is 88/100. 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 Valmont Industries (FRA:VI1), the current EV-to-FCF is 32.15 as of Aug. 08, 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 Valmont Industries (FRA:VI1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valmont Industries stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €424.00 is trading 41.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €300.26. GuruFocus considers Valmont Industries to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:VI1:

  • EV-to-FCF: 32.15 (30% above median its 10-year median of 24.74)
  • GF Value™: €300.26 vs. price of €424.00 (41.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100
  • Industry Position: 83.1% above the Conglomerates median (#255 of 350)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:VI1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Valmont Industries Business Description

Other Exchanges VMI:USA
Address 15000 Valmont Plaza, Omaha, NE, USA, 68154
Valmont began in 1946 when founder, Robert B. Daugherty, combined his $5,000 savings with a wholehearted belief that business could and should be done better. From those modest beginnings, the company grew into a global leader, designing and manufacturing highly engineered products and services that support infrastructure development and agricultural productivity. Two primary business segments comprise Valmont: Agriculture and Infrastructure. Valmont have 85 manufacturing facilities in 22 countries, and do business in more than 100 countries across six continents.
88GF Score

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