Hormel FoodsHRL +1.64%64 EV-to-FCF is 22.54 as of Jul. 10, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 27.44. GuruFocus rates HRL with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $31.24 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,187 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Hormel Foods ranks worse than 63.18% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hormel Foods's Enterprise Value is $15,620 Mil.
Hormel Foods's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $693 Mil. Therefore, Hormel Foods's EV-to-FCF for today is 22.54.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hormel Foods's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
HRL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 17.97 Med: 27.44 Max: 69.69
Current: 22.54
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hormel Foods was 69.69. The lowest was 17.97. And the median was 27.44.
HRL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 63.18% of 1187
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.85
vs HRL: 22.54
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.
Hormel Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Hormel Foods's share price for today is $24.73.
Hormel Foods's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.850.
* 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.
Hormel Foods EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Hormel Foods EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Hormel Foods'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 Packaged Foods subindustry, Hormel Foods'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.
Hormel Foods EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Hormel Foods's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hormel Foods's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Hormel Foods's current Enterprise Value is $15,620 Mil.
Hormel Foods's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $693 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.
Hormel Foods (HRL) has a EV-to-FCF of 22.54 as of Jul. 10, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hormel Foods and its competitors. This is 18% below median its historical median of 27.44. Over the past decade, Hormel Foods' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 17.97 to 69.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Hormel Foods ranks #750 out of 1187 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 63.2%.
Is Hormel Foods' EV-to-FCF too high?
Hormel Foods' current EV-to-FCF of 22.54 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 27.44. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 17.97 to a high of 69.69. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. Hormel Foods' value of 22.54 is 42.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hormel Foods ranks #750 out of 1187 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hormel Foods has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hormel Foods' EV-to-FCF compare to MKC and JBS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Hormel Foods ranks #750 out of 1187 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Hormel Foods in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. Hormel Foods' value of 22.54 is 42.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Hormel Foods' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 17.97 to 69.69 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 27.44 vs. the industry median of 15.85, Hormel Foods 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 15.85, based on 1,187 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. Hormel Foods's current EV-to-FCF of 22.54 is 42.2% 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 Hormel Foods and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hormel Foods's current EV-to-FCF is 22.54, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 27.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hormel Foods stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hormel Foods (HRL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $31.24, compared to a current price of $24.73 — trading 20.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 22.54, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 27.44 and 42.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.85. Hormel Foods' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Hormel Foods (HRL), the current EV-to-FCF is 22.54 as of Jul. 10, 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 Hormel Foods (HRL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hormel Foods stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $24.73 is trading 20.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $31.24.
GuruFocus considers Hormel Foods to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HRL:
EV-to-FCF: 22.54 (18% below median its 10-year median of 27.44)
GF Value™: $31.24 vs. price of $24.73 (20.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 42.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#750 of 1187)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HRL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and became a branded food company. The firm sells its wares through multiple channels, including US retail (61.6% of fiscal 2025 sales), US foodservice (32.6%), and international (5.9%). By product, 73% of fiscal 2025 sales were from perishable food and 27% from shelf-stable. Major brands include Hormel, Spam, Jennie-O, Columbus, Applegate, Planters, and Skippy. Many of these hold the number one or two market share in their respective categories.
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