Cencora (MEX:COR) EV-to-FCF: 16.69 (As of Sep. 16, 2026) — 11% Above Median

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MEX:COR Cencora Inc MEX:COR
53 GF Score
Price MXN5,350.75
GF Value MXN4,560.19
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Cencora EV-to-FCF?

Cencora MEX:COR 53 EV-to-FCF is 16.69 as of Sep. 16, 2026, which is 11% above its 10-year median of 15.03. GuruFocus rates MEX:COR with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN4,560.19 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 69 Medical Distribution companies, Cencora ranks worse than 53.62% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Cencora's Enterprise Value is MXN1,214,047 Mil. Cencora's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN72,761 Mil. Therefore, Cencora's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.69.

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

MEX:COR' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -92.11   Med: 15.03   Max: 57.97
Current: 17.35

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Cencora was 57.97. The lowest was -92.11. And the median was 15.03.

MEX:COR's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
53.62% of 69 companies
in the Medical Distribution industry
Industry Median: 16.31 vs MEX:COR: 17.35

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 (2026-09-16), Cencora's stock price is MXN5350.75. Cencora's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN235.795. Therefore, Cencora's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 22.69.


Cencora  (MEX:COR) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5350.75/235.795
=22.69

Cencora's share price for today is MXN5350.75.
Cencora's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN235.795.

* 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.


Cencora EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Cencora EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cencora'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.

Cencora EV-to-FCF Chart

Cencora Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-FCF
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Cencora Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 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 48.00 20.18 18.01 43.61 15.12

MEX:COR vs CAH, MCK, HSIC: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Medical Distribution subindustry, Cencora'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.


Cencora EV-to-FCF vs Medical Distribution Industry

For the Medical Distribution industry and Healthcare sector, Cencora's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Cencora EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1214047.091/72761.072
=16.69

Cencora's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,214,047 Mil.
Cencora's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN72,761 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 16.69 mean?
Cencora (MEX:COR) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.69 as of Sep. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Cencora and its competitors. This is 11% above median its historical median of 15.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Cencora ranks #37 out of 69 companies in the Medical Distribution industry, placing it in the top 53.6%.
Is Cencora's EV-to-FCF too high?
Cencora's current EV-to-FCF of 16.69 is 11% above median its 10-year median of 15.03. The Medical Distribution industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.31. Cencora's value of 16.69 is 2.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cencora ranks #37 out of 69 companies in the Medical Distribution industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cencora has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cencora's EV-to-FCF compare to CAH and MCK?
According to the Medical Distribution industry distribution chart, Cencora ranks #37 out of 69 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Cencora in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.31. Cencora's value of 16.69 is 2.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 15.03 vs. the industry median of 16.31, Cencora 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 Medical Distribution company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Medical Distribution companies is 16.31, based on 69 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. Cencora's current EV-to-FCF of 16.69 is 2.3% 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 Cencora and its competitors. For the Medical Distribution industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cencora's current EV-to-FCF is 16.69, which is 11% above median its own 10-year median of 15.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cencora stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cencora (MEX:COR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN4,560.19, compared to a current price of MXN5,350.75 — trading 17.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.69, which is 11% above median its 10-year median of 15.03 and 2.3% above the Medical Distribution industry median of 16.31. Cencora's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 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 Cencora (MEX:COR), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.69 as of Sep. 16, 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 Cencora (MEX:COR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cencora stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN5,350.75 is trading 17.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN4,560.19. GuruFocus considers Cencora to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:COR:

  • EV-to-FCF: 16.69 (11% above median its 10-year median of 15.03)
  • GF Value™: MXN4,560.19 vs. price of MXN5,350.75 (17.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 2.3% above the Medical Distribution median (#37 of 69)

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


Cencora Business Description

Address 1 West First Avenue, Conshohocken, PA, USA, 19428-1800
Cencora is one of three leading domestic pharmaceutical wholesalers. It sources and distributes branded, generic, and specialty pharmaceutical products to pharmacies (retail chains, independent, and mail order), hospital networks, and healthcare providers. It and McKesson and Cardinal Health hold over 90% share of the US pharmaceutical wholesale industry. Cencora also provides commercialization services for manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and medical devices, global specialty drug logistics (World Courier), and animal health product distribution (MWI Animal Health). Cencora expanded its international presence in 2021 by purchasing Alliance Healthcare, one of the leading drug wholesalers in Europe.
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