MetcashMCSHF -36.26%63 EV-to-FCF is 13.83 as of Jun. 25, 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 12.66. GuruFocus rates MCSHF with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.72 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 210 Retail - Defensive companies, Metcash ranks better than 58.57% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Metcash's Enterprise Value is $3,620 Mil.
Metcash's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $262 Mil. Therefore, Metcash's EV-to-FCF for today is 13.83.
The historical rank and industry rank for Metcash's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
MCSHF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.69 Med: 12.66 Max: 36.58
Current: 13.56
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Metcash was 36.58. The lowest was 6.69. And the median was 12.66.
MCSHF's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 58.57% of 210
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 17.085
vs MCSHF: 13.56
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.
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.
Metcash's share price for today is $1.48.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Metcash's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $0.172.
* 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.
Metcash EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Metcash EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Metcash'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 Food Distribution subindustry, Metcash'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.
Metcash EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Metcash's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Metcash's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Metcash's current Enterprise Value is $3,620 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Metcash's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $262 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.
Metcash (MCSHF) has a EV-to-FCF of 13.83 as of Jun. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Metcash and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 12.66. Over the past decade, Metcash's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.69 to 36.58. According to the industry distribution chart, Metcash ranks #87 out of 210 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 41.4%.
Is Metcash's EV-to-FCF too high?
Metcash's current EV-to-FCF of 13.83 is near median its 10-year median of 12.66. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.69 to a high of 36.58. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.09. Metcash's value of 13.83 is 19.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Metcash ranks #87 out of 210 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Metcash has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Metcash's EV-to-FCF compare to SYY and USFD?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Metcash ranks #87 out of 210 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Metcash in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.09. Metcash's value of 13.83 is 19.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Metcash's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.69 to 36.58 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.66 vs. the industry median of 17.09, Metcash has consistently been below 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 Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 17.09, based on 210 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. Metcash's current EV-to-FCF of 13.83 is 19.1% below 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 Metcash and its competitors. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Metcash's current EV-to-FCF is 13.83, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Metcash stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metcash (MCSHF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.72, compared to a current price of $1.48 — trading 14% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 13.83, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.66 and 19.1% below the Retail - Defensive industry median of 17.09. Metcash's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Metcash (MCSHF), the current EV-to-FCF is 13.83 as of Jun. 25, 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 Metcash (MCSHF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metcash stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $1.48 is trading 14% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.72.
GuruFocus considers Metcash to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for MCSHF:
EV-to-FCF: 13.83 (near median its 10-year median of 12.66)
GF Value™: $1.72 vs. price of $1.48 (14% below fair value)
Industry Position: 19.1% below the Retail - Defensive median (#87 of 210)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MCSHF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Metcash is a wholesaler, and to a lesser extent a retailer, specializing in food, liquor, and hardware. Centralized wholesale distribution enables independent retailers to gain access to the combined scale of many retailers to negotiate material volume discounts.The food segment distributes a range of products and services to independent supermarket and convenience stores. The hardware segment distributes hardware products to independent retail outlets and operates company-owned stores. The liquor segment distributes liquor products to independent retailers and venues like pubs.
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