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HexcelLTS:0P5H 86 EV-to-FCF is 44.65 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 22% above its 10-year median of 36.73. GuruFocus rates LTS:0P5H with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of €28.35. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 182 Aerospace & Defense companies, Hexcel ranks worse than 58.24% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hexcel's Enterprise Value is €7,832 Mil.
Hexcel's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €175 Mil. Therefore, Hexcel's EV-to-FCF for today is 44.65.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hexcel's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
LTS:0P5H'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.98 Med: 36.73 Max: 101.13
Current: 43.38
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hexcel was 101.13. The lowest was 11.98. And the median was 36.73.
LTS:0P5H's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 58.24% of 182
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 33.435
vs LTS:0P5H: 43.38
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), Hexcel's stock price is €37.08728.
Hexcel's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.305. Therefore, Hexcel's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 28.42.
Hexcel (LTS:0P5H) 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.
Hexcel's share price for today is €37.08728.
Hexcel'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 €1.305.
* 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.
Hexcel EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Hexcel EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Hexcel'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 Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Hexcel'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.
Hexcel EV-to-FCF vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Hexcel's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hexcel's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Hexcel's current Enterprise Value is €7,832 Mil.
Hexcel'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 €175 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.
Hexcel (LTS:0P5H) has a EV-to-FCF of 44.65 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hexcel and its competitors. This is 22% above median its historical median of 36.73. Over the past decade, Hexcel's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.98 to 101.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Hexcel ranks #106 out of 182 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 58.2%.
Is Hexcel's EV-to-FCF too high?
Hexcel's current EV-to-FCF of 44.65 is 22% above median its 10-year median of 36.73. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.98 to a high of 101.13. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-FCF is 33.44. Hexcel's value of 44.65 is 33.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hexcel ranks #106 out of 182 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hexcel has a GF Score™ of 86/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hexcel's EV-to-FCF compare to LOAR and AVAV?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Hexcel ranks #106 out of 182 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Hexcel in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 33.44. Hexcel's value of 44.65 is 33.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Hexcel's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.98 to 101.13 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 36.73 vs. the industry median of 33.44, Hexcel 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Aerospace & Defense companies is 33.44, based on 182 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. Hexcel's current EV-to-FCF of 44.65 is 33.5% 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 Hexcel and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 33.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hexcel's current EV-to-FCF is 44.65, which is 22% above median its own 10-year median of 36.73. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hexcel stock overvalued right now?
Hexcel (LTS:0P5H) has a current EV-to-FCF of 44.65. The stock's GF Value™ is €28.35, compared to a current price of €37.09 — trading 30.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 44.65, which is 22% above median its 10-year median of 36.73 and 33.5% above the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 33.44. Hexcel's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 6 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 Hexcel (LTS:0P5H), the current EV-to-FCF is 44.65 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 Hexcel (LTS:0P5H) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hexcel stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €37.09 is trading 30.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of €28.35.
Key valuation signals for LTS:0P5H:
EV-to-FCF: 44.65 (22% above median its 10-year median of 36.73)
GF Value™: €28.35 vs. price of €37.09 (30.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 33.5% above the Aerospace & Defense median (#106 of 182)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0P5H stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded in 1948, Hexcel designs and manufactures a range of highly engineered composite fibers, fabrics, resins, and structures for use primarily in the commercial aerospace and defense markets. These are lighter than metal and perform under rigorous conditions in aircraft frames, wings, engine nacelles, and other structures and subassemblies. The company's name derives from the six-sided honeycomb structures that lend many of its products their light weight and rigidity. Hexcel's biggest customers are Airbus (40% of 2024 sales) and Boeing (15% of 2024 sales; 25% before the pandemic) and their respective subcontractors.
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