Maple Leaf Cement Factory (KAR:MLCF) EV-to-FCF: -4.66 (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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KAR:MLCF Maple Leaf Cement Factory Ltd KAR:MLCF
81 GF Score
Price ₨96.36
GF Value ₨56.33
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Maple Leaf Cement Factory EV-to-FCF?

Maple Leaf Cement Factory KAR:MLCF +0.90% 81 EV-to-FCF is -4.66 as of Jul. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates KAR:MLCF with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨56.33 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 274 Building Materials companies, Maple Leaf Cement Factory ranks worse than 364963.14% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Maple Leaf Cement Factory's Enterprise Value is ₨186,667 Mil. Maple Leaf Cement Factory's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨-40,034 Mil. Therefore, Maple Leaf Cement Factory's EV-to-FCF for today is -4.66.

The historical rank and industry rank for Maple Leaf Cement Factory's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

KAR:MLCF' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -10808.29   Med: 4.56   Max: 255.26
Current: -4.64

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Maple Leaf Cement Factory was 255.26. The lowest was -10808.29. And the median was 4.56.

KAR:MLCF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 274 companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 18.175 vs KAR:MLCF: -4.64

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 (2026-07-21), Maple Leaf Cement Factory's stock price is ₨96.36. Maple Leaf Cement Factory's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨10.910. Therefore, Maple Leaf Cement Factory's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.83.


Maple Leaf Cement Factory  (KAR:MLCF) 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.

Maple Leaf Cement Factory's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=96.36/10.910
=8.83

Maple Leaf Cement Factory's share price for today is ₨96.36.
Maple Leaf Cement Factory'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 ₨10.910.

* 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.


Maple Leaf Cement Factory EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Maple Leaf Cement Factory EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Maple Leaf Cement Factory'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.

Maple Leaf Cement Factory EV-to-FCF Chart

Maple Leaf Cement Factory Annual Data
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EV-to-FCF
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Maple Leaf Cement Factory Quarterly Data
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KAR:MLCF vs CRH, VMC, MLM: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, Maple Leaf Cement Factory'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.


Maple Leaf Cement Factory EV-to-FCF vs Building Materials Industry

For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Maple Leaf Cement Factory's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Maple Leaf Cement Factory's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Maple Leaf Cement Factory EV-to-FCF Calculation

Maple Leaf Cement Factory's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=186667.169/-40033.514
=-4.66

Maple Leaf Cement Factory's current Enterprise Value is ₨186,667 Mil.
Maple Leaf Cement Factory'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 ₨-40,034 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 -4.66 mean?
Maple Leaf Cement Factory (KAR:MLCF) has a EV-to-FCF of -4.66 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Maple Leaf Cement Factory and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Maple Leaf Cement Factory ranks #999999 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry.
Is Maple Leaf Cement Factory's EV-to-FCF too high?
Maple Leaf Cement Factory's current EV-to-FCF is -4.66. Based on the distribution chart, Maple Leaf Cement Factory ranks #999999 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Maple Leaf Cement Factory has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Maple Leaf Cement Factory's EV-to-FCF compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Maple Leaf Cement Factory ranks #999999 out of 274 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Maple Leaf Cement Factory in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.18. 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 Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Building Materials companies is 18.18, based on 274 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 Maple Leaf Cement Factory and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Maple Leaf Cement Factory's current EV-to-FCF is -4.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Maple Leaf Cement Factory stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Maple Leaf Cement Factory (KAR:MLCF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨56.33, compared to a current price of ₨96.36 — trading 71.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -4.66. Maple Leaf Cement Factory's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 2 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 Maple Leaf Cement Factory (KAR:MLCF), the current EV-to-FCF is -4.66 as of Jul. 21, 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 Maple Leaf Cement Factory (KAR:MLCF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Maple Leaf Cement Factory stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨96.36 is trading 71.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨56.33. GuruFocus considers Maple Leaf Cement Factory to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:MLCF:

  • EV-to-FCF: -4.66
  • GF Value™: ₨56.33 vs. price of ₨96.36 (71.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 2 warning signs

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


Maple Leaf Cement Factory Business Description

Address 42-Lawrence Road, Lahore, PB, PAK
Maple Leaf Cement Factory Ltd is engaged in the business of manufacturing and sale of cement. Geographically, it derives majority of its revenue from Asia and has a presence in Africa. Its product offering includes various types of cement such as sulfate resistant cement, low alkali cement, white cement, wall coat cement, and ordinary Portland cement.
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