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Krones AGLTS:0LQ4 -0.81%85 EV-to-FCF is 34.16 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 158% above its 10-year median of 13.22. GuruFocus rates LTS:0LQ4 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of €137.42 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,733 Industrial Products companies, Krones AG ranks worse than 60.7% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Krones AG's Enterprise Value is €2,965 Mil.
Krones AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €87 Mil. Therefore, Krones AG's EV-to-FCF for today is 34.16.
The historical rank and industry rank for Krones AG's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
LTS:0LQ4'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -142.46 Med: 13.22 Max: 253.1
Current: 33.06
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Krones AG was 253.10. The lowest was -142.46. And the median was 13.22.
LTS:0LQ4's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 60.7% of 1733
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 24.94
vs LTS:0LQ4: 33.06
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.
Krones AG's share price for today is €110.30.
Krones AG'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 €9.230.
* 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.
Krones AG EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Krones AG EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Krones AG'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, Krones AG'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.
Krones AG EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Krones AG's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Krones AG's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Krones AG's current Enterprise Value is €2,965 Mil.
Krones AG'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 €87 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.
Krones AG (LTS:0LQ4) has a EV-to-FCF of 34.16 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Krones AG and its competitors. This is 158% above median its historical median of 13.22. According to the industry distribution chart, Krones AG ranks #1052 out of 1733 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 60.7%.
Is Krones AG's EV-to-FCF too high?
Krones AG's current EV-to-FCF of 34.16 is 158% above median its 10-year median of 13.22. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.94. Krones AG's value of 34.16 is 37% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Krones AG ranks #1052 out of 1733 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Krones AG has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Krones AG's EV-to-FCF compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Krones AG ranks #1052 out of 1733 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Krones AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.94. Krones AG's value of 34.16 is 37% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.22 vs. the industry median of 24.94, Krones AG 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 24.94, based on 1,733 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. Krones AG's current EV-to-FCF of 34.16 is 37% 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 Krones AG and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 24.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Krones AG's current EV-to-FCF is 34.16, which is 158% above median its own 10-year median of 13.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Krones AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krones AG (LTS:0LQ4) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €137.42, compared to a current price of €110.30 — trading 19.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 34.16, which is 158% above median its 10-year median of 13.22 and 37% above the Industrial Products industry median of 24.94. Krones AG's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 3 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 Krones AG (LTS:0LQ4), the current EV-to-FCF is 34.16 as of Jul. 18, 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 Krones AG (LTS:0LQ4) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krones AG stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €110.30 is trading 19.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €137.42.
GuruFocus considers Krones AG to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for LTS:0LQ4:
EV-to-FCF: 34.16 (158% above median its 10-year median of 13.22)
GF Value™: €137.42 vs. price of €110.30 (19.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 37% above the Industrial Products median (#1052 of 1733)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0LQ4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Krones AG plans, develops and manufactures machines and complete lines for the fields of process, filling and packaging technology. Its product portfolio is rounded off by information technology, factory planning and products from its subsidiaries, such as intralogistics, valve production etc. The company's reportable segments are: Filling and Packaging Technology, Process Technology, and Intralogistics. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from its Fillings and Packaging segment, which offers machines and lines for filling, labelling, packaging and conveying products, prominently in PET bottles, glass bottles, and cans. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from North and Central America and the rest from Germany, China, Europe, and other regions.
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