Surface Transforms (FRA:XE4) EV-to-FCF: -1.29 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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What is Surface Transforms EV-to-FCF?

Surface Transforms FRA:XE4 EV-to-FCF is -1.29 as of Jul. 14, 2026. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Surface Transforms's Enterprise Value is €11.89 Mil. Surface Transforms's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was €-9.23 Mil. Therefore, Surface Transforms's EV-to-FCF for today is -1.29.

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

FRA:XE4' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -69.34   Med: -4.7   Max: 0.18
Current: -1.46

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Surface Transforms was 0.18. The lowest was -69.34. And the median was -4.70.

FRA:XE4's EV-to-FCF is not ranked
in the Vehicles & Parts industry.
Industry Median: 17.165 vs FRA:XE4: -1.46

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), Surface Transforms's stock price is €0.0005. Surface Transforms's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was €-0.019. Therefore, Surface Transforms's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Surface Transforms  (FRA:XE4) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.0005/-0.019
=At Loss

Surface Transforms's share price for today is €0.0005.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Surface Transforms's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was €-0.019.

* 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.


Surface Transforms EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Surface Transforms EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Surface Transforms'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.

Surface Transforms EV-to-FCF Chart

Surface Transforms Annual Data
Trend May15 May16 May17 May18 May19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -46.89 -12.22 -5.59 -1.94 -0.71

Surface Transforms Semi-Annual Data
Nov15 May16 Nov16 May17 Nov17 May18 Nov18 May19 Nov19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25
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 0.00 -1.94 0.00 -0.71 0.00

FRA:XE4 vs ORLY, AZO, GPC: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Surface Transforms'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.


Surface Transforms EV-to-FCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

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



Surface Transforms EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=11.891/-9.228
=-1.29

Surface Transforms's current Enterprise Value is €11.89 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Surface Transforms's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was €-9.23 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 -1.29 mean?
Surface Transforms (FRA:XE4) has a EV-to-FCF of -1.29 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Surface Transforms and its competitors.
Is Surface Transforms' EV-to-FCF too high?
Surface Transforms' current EV-to-FCF is -1.29.
How does Surface Transforms' EV-to-FCF compare to ORLY and AZO?
Surface Transforms' EV-to-FCF of -1.29 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.17. 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. 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 Surface Transforms 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. Surface Transforms's current EV-to-FCF is -1.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Surface Transforms stock overvalued right now?
Surface Transforms (FRA:XE4) has a current EV-to-FCF of -1.29. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.01, compared to a current price of €0.00 — trading 95% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -1.29. 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 Surface Transforms (FRA:XE4), the current EV-to-FCF is -1.29 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.

Surface Transforms Business Description

Address Acornfield Road, Knowsley Industrial Estate, Image Business Park, Liverpool, GBR, L33 7UF
Surface Transforms PLC is a company that develops, manufactures, and markets carbon-ceramic products for the brakes market. It also engages in developing new products and applications for carbon fiber-reinforced ceramic friction and non-friction materials. The Company operates in a single segment being the manufacture and sale of carbon fiber materials and associated technologies. This segment includes all manufacturing, development, and sales activities related to carbon fiber materials, regardless of the specific market or product application. It has operations spread across the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden the United States of America, the Rest of Europe, and the Rest of the World.