Covestro AG (LTS:0RBE) EV-to-FCF: 125.43 (As of Sep. 09, 2026) — 819% Above Median

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LTS:0RBE Covestro AG LTS:0RBE
67 GF Score
Price €59.83
GF Value €50.04
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What is Covestro AG EV-to-FCF?

Covestro AG LTS:0RBE 67 EV-to-FCF is 125.43 as of Sep. 09, 2026, which is 819% above its 10-year median of 13.65. GuruFocus rates LTS:0RBE with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of €50.04. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 927 Chemicals companies, Covestro AG ranks worse than 89.54% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Covestro AG's Enterprise Value is €13,922 Mil. Covestro AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €111 Mil. Therefore, Covestro AG's EV-to-FCF for today is 125.43.

The historical rank and industry rank for Covestro AG's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

LTS:0RBE' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -49.29   Med: 13.65   Max: 157.78
Current: 133.56

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Covestro AG was 157.78. The lowest was -49.29. And the median was 13.65.

LTS:0RBE's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
89.54% of 927 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 23.4 vs LTS:0RBE: 133.56

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 (2026-09-09), Covestro AG's stock price is €59.83. Covestro AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.000. Therefore, Covestro AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is N/A.


Covestro AG  (LTS:0RBE) 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.

Covestro AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=59.83/0.000
=N/A

Covestro AG's share price for today is €59.83.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Covestro AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.000.

* 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.


Covestro AG EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Covestro AG EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Covestro 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.

Covestro AG EV-to-FCF Chart

Covestro AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Covestro AG Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 90.58 148.24 -93.58 -52.69 57.84

LTS:0RBE vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Covestro 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.


Covestro AG EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Covestro AG's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Covestro AG's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Covestro AG EV-to-FCF Calculation

Covestro AG's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=13922.420/111
=125.43

Covestro AG's current Enterprise Value is €13,922 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Covestro AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €111 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 125.43 mean?
Covestro AG (LTS:0RBE) has a EV-to-FCF of 125.43 as of Sep. 09, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Covestro AG and its competitors. This is 819% above median its historical median of 13.65. According to the industry distribution chart, Covestro AG ranks #830 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 89.5%.
Is Covestro AG's EV-to-FCF too high?
Covestro AG's current EV-to-FCF of 125.43 is 819% above median its 10-year median of 13.65. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.40. Covestro AG's value of 125.43 is 436% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Covestro AG ranks #830 out of 927 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Covestro AG has a GF Score™ of 67/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Covestro AG's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Covestro AG ranks #830 out of 927 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Covestro AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.40. Covestro AG's value of 125.43 is 436% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.65 vs. the industry median of 23.40, Covestro 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 a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 23.40, based on 927 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. Covestro AG's current EV-to-FCF of 125.43 is 436% 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 Covestro AG and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 23.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Covestro AG's current EV-to-FCF is 125.43, which is 819% above median its own 10-year median of 13.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Covestro AG stock overvalued right now?
Covestro AG (LTS:0RBE) has a current EV-to-FCF of 125.43. The stock's GF Value™ is €50.04, compared to a current price of €59.83 — trading 19.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 125.43, which is 819% above median its 10-year median of 13.65 and 436% above the Chemicals industry median of 23.40. Covestro AG's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 7 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 Covestro AG (LTS:0RBE), the current EV-to-FCF is 125.43 as of Sep. 09, 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 Covestro AG (LTS:0RBE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Covestro AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €59.83 is trading 19.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €50.04.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0RBE:

  • EV-to-FCF: 125.43 (819% above median its 10-year median of 13.65)
  • GF Value™: €50.04 vs. price of €59.83 (19.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 436% above the Chemicals median (#830 of 927)

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0RBE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Covestro AG Business Description

Other Exchanges COVTY:USA1COV:Germany
Address Kaiser-Wilhelm-Allee 60, Leverkusen, NW, DEU, 51373
Covestro AG is a player in the polymer materials field. The firm is engaged in polyurethanes and polycarbonates products. It also has a sizable speciality chemicals business that is focused on coatings and adhesives. Demand for the company's products is driven by cyclical end markets, such as automotive, construction, and furniture. The company's segment includes Performance Materials and Solutions & Specialties. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Solutions & Specialties segment. The Solutions & Specialties segment includes six business entities: Engineering Plastics; Coatings & Adhesives; Tailored Urethanes; Thermoplastic Polyurethanes; Specialty Films; and Elastomers.
67GF Score

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