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Helios TechnologiesHLIO +0.06%76 EV-to-FCF is 28.07 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 12% below its 10-year median of 31.89. GuruFocus rates HLIO with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $50.35 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,734 Industrial Products companies, Helios Technologies ranks worse than 56% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Helios Technologies's Enterprise Value is $2,922.4 Mil.
Helios Technologies's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $104.1 Mil. Therefore, Helios Technologies's EV-to-FCF for today is 28.07.
The historical rank and industry rank for Helios Technologies's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
HLIO'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.75 Med: 31.89 Max: 89.42
Current: 28.07
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Helios Technologies was 89.42. The lowest was 13.75. And the median was 31.89.
HLIO's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 56% of 1734
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 23.585
vs HLIO: 28.07
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.
Helios Technologies's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Helios Technologies's share price for today is $79.83.
Helios Technologies's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.820.
* 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.
Helios Technologies EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Helios Technologies EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Helios Technologies'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 Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Helios Technologies'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.
Helios Technologies EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Helios Technologies's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Helios Technologies's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Helios Technologies's current Enterprise Value is $2,922.4 Mil.
Helios Technologies's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $104.1 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.
Helios Technologies (HLIO) has a EV-to-FCF of 28.07 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Helios Technologies and its competitors. This is 12% below median its historical median of 31.89. Over the past decade, Helios Technologies' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.75 to 89.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Helios Technologies ranks #971 out of 1734 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 56%.
Is Helios Technologies' EV-to-FCF too high?
Helios Technologies' current EV-to-FCF of 28.07 is 12% below median its 10-year median of 31.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.75 to a high of 89.42. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.59. Helios Technologies' value of 28.07 is 19% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Helios Technologies ranks #971 out of 1734 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Helios Technologies has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Helios Technologies' EV-to-FCF compare to CXT and SMR?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Helios Technologies ranks #971 out of 1734 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Helios Technologies in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.59. Helios Technologies' value of 28.07 is 19% above this benchmark. Historically, Helios Technologies' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 13.75 to 89.42 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 31.89 vs. the industry median of 23.59, Helios Technologies 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 23.59, based on 1,734 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. Helios Technologies's current EV-to-FCF of 28.07 is 19% 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 Helios Technologies and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 23.59 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Helios Technologies's current EV-to-FCF is 28.07, which is 12% below median its own 10-year median of 31.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Helios Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Helios Technologies (HLIO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $50.35, compared to a current price of $79.83 — trading 58.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 28.07, which is 12% below median its 10-year median of 31.89 and 19% above the Industrial Products industry median of 23.59. Helios Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 5 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 Helios Technologies (HLIO), the current EV-to-FCF is 28.07 as of Jul. 25, 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 Helios Technologies (HLIO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Helios Technologies stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $79.83 is trading 58.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $50.35.
GuruFocus considers Helios Technologies to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for HLIO:
EV-to-FCF: 28.07 (12% below median its 10-year median of 31.89)
GF Value™: $50.35 vs. price of $79.83 (58.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 19% above the Industrial Products median (#971 of 1734)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HLIO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Helios Technologies Inc is an industrial technology company that develops, manufactures, and markets solutions for the hydraulics and electronics markets. It operates under two business segments: Hydraulics and Electronics. The Hydraulics segment designs and manufactures hydraulic components and systems used to transmit power and control force, speed, and motion. There are two categories based on Hydraulic system architecture: MCT and FCT. The Electronics segment provides complete, fully-tailored display and control solutions for engines, engine-driven equipment, specialty vehicles, therapy baths, and traditional and swim spas. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Hydraulics segment. Geographically, the company generates key revenue from the Americas region.
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