MaxLinearMEX:MXL 36 EV-to-FCF is 3,277.90 as of Jun. 25, 2026, which is 18980% above its 10-year median of 17.18. GuruFocus rates MEX:MXL with a GF Score™ of 36/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN317.12 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 504 Semiconductors companies, MaxLinear ranks worse than 99.6% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, MaxLinear's Enterprise Value is MXN135,227 Mil.
MaxLinear's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN41 Mil. Therefore, MaxLinear's EV-to-FCF for today is 3,277.90.
The historical rank and industry rank for MaxLinear's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:MXL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -10091.9 Med: 17.18 Max: 4203
Current: 3663.47
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of MaxLinear was 4203.00. The lowest was -10091.90. And the median was 17.18.
MEX:MXL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 99.6% of 504
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 51.705
vs MEX:MXL: 3663.47
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.
MaxLinear's share price for today is MXN1534.00.
MaxLinear'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 MXN-27.817.
* 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.
MaxLinear EV-to-FCF Related Terms
MaxLinear EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for MaxLinear'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 Semiconductors subindustry, MaxLinear'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.
MaxLinear EV-to-FCF vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, MaxLinear's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where MaxLinear's EV-to-FCF falls into.
MaxLinear's current Enterprise Value is MXN135,227 Mil.
MaxLinear'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 MXN41 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.
MaxLinear (MEX:MXL) has a EV-to-FCF of 3,277.90 as of Jun. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on MaxLinear and its competitors. This is 18980% above median its historical median of 17.18. According to the industry distribution chart, MaxLinear ranks #502 out of 504 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 99.6%.
Is MaxLinear's EV-to-FCF too high?
MaxLinear's current EV-to-FCF of 3,277.90 is 18980% above median its 10-year median of 17.18. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-FCF is 51.71. MaxLinear's value of 3,277.90 is 6239.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MaxLinear ranks #502 out of 504 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, MaxLinear has a GF Score™ of 36/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MaxLinear's EV-to-FCF compare to CRUS and ALGM?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, MaxLinear ranks #502 out of 504 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places MaxLinear in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 51.71. MaxLinear's value of 3,277.90 is 6239.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 17.18 vs. the industry median of 51.71, MaxLinear 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Semiconductors companies is 51.71, based on 504 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. MaxLinear's current EV-to-FCF of 3,277.90 is 6239.6% 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 MaxLinear and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 51.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MaxLinear's current EV-to-FCF is 3,277.90, which is 18980% above median its own 10-year median of 17.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MaxLinear stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MaxLinear (MEX:MXL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN317.12, compared to a current price of MXN1,534.00 — trading 383.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 3,277.90, which is 18980% above median its 10-year median of 17.18 and 6239.6% above the Semiconductors industry median of 51.71. MaxLinear's overall GF Score™ is 36/100 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 MaxLinear (MEX:MXL), the current EV-to-FCF is 3,277.90 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 MaxLinear (MEX:MXL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MaxLinear stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of MXN1,534.00 is trading 383.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN317.12.
GuruFocus considers MaxLinear to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:MXL:
EV-to-FCF: 3,277.90 (18980% above median its 10-year median of 17.18)
GF Value™: MXN317.12 vs. price of MXN1,534.00 (383.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 6239.6% above the Semiconductors median (#502 of 504)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:MXL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
MaxLinear Inc is a provider of radio frequency and mixed-signal integrated circuits for cable and satellite broadband communications, the connected home, and for data center, metro, and long-haul fiber networks. The company's radio frequency receiver products capture and process digital and analog broadband signals to be decoded for various applications. Its product options include both radio frequency receivers and radio frequency receiver systems-on-chips. The company's products enable the distribution and display of broadband video and data content in a wide range of electronic devices.
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