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Hayward HoldingsHAYW +1.61%66 EV-to-FCF is 16.81 as of Sep. 07, 2026, which is 28% below its 10-year median of 23.32. GuruFocus rates HAYW with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,673 Industrial Products companies, Hayward Holdings ranks better than 63.12% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hayward Holdings's Enterprise Value is $3,435 Mil.
Hayward Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $204 Mil. Therefore, Hayward Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.81.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hayward Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
HAYW'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.73 Med: 23.32 Max: 72.64
Current: 16.81
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hayward Holdings was 72.64. The lowest was 11.73. And the median was 23.32.
HAYW's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 63.12% of 1673
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 24.22
vs HAYW: 16.81
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.
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.
Hayward Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Hayward Holdings's share price for today is $13.92.
Hayward Holdings'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 $0.740.
* 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.
Hayward Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Hayward Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Hayward Holdings'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.
For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Hayward Holdings'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.
Hayward Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Hayward Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hayward Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Hayward Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $3,435 Mil.
Hayward Holdings'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 $204 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.
Hayward Holdings (HAYW) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.81 as of Sep. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hayward Holdings and its competitors. This is 28% below median its historical median of 23.32. Over the past decade, Hayward Holdings' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.73 to 72.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Hayward Holdings ranks #617 out of 1673 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 36.9%.
Is Hayward Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Hayward Holdings' current EV-to-FCF of 16.81 is 28% below median its 10-year median of 23.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.73 to a high of 72.64. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.22. Hayward Holdings' value of 16.81 is 30.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hayward Holdings ranks #617 out of 1673 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hayward Holdings has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hayward Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to PLUG and ATKR?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Hayward Holdings ranks #617 out of 1673 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Hayward Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.22. Hayward Holdings' value of 16.81 is 30.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Hayward Holdings' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.73 to 72.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.32 vs. the industry median of 24.22, Hayward Holdings 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 24.22, based on 1,673 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. Hayward Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 16.81 is 30.6% 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 Hayward Holdings and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 24.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hayward Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 16.81, which is 28% below median its own 10-year median of 23.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hayward Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hayward Holdings (HAYW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.29, compared to a current price of $13.92 — trading 14.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.81, which is 28% below median its 10-year median of 23.32 and 30.6% below the Industrial Products industry median of 24.22. Hayward Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Hayward Holdings (HAYW), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.81 as of Sep. 07, 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 Hayward Holdings (HAYW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hayward Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $13.92 is trading 14.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $16.29.
GuruFocus considers Hayward Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HAYW:
EV-to-FCF: 16.81 (28% below median its 10-year median of 23.32)
GF Value™: $16.29 vs. price of $13.92 (14.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 30.6% below the Industrial Products median (#617 of 1673)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HAYW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hayward Holdings is a leading manufacturer of energy-efficient swimming pool equipment and pool automation systems. The company offers a wide range of pool equipment, including pumps, filters, heaters, LED lights, and sanitization. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company has around 2,000 full-time employees. Hayward generated approximately $1.1 billion in revenue in 2025.
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