e.l.f. Beauty (MIL:1ELF) EV-to-FCF: 26.84 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 41% Below Median

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MIL:1ELF e.l.f. Beauty Inc MIL:1ELF
60 GF Score
Price €63.74
GF Value €147.64
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is e.l.f. Beauty EV-to-FCF?

e.l.f. Beauty MIL:1ELF 60 EV-to-FCF is 26.84 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 41% below its 10-year median of 45.51. GuruFocus rates MIL:1ELF with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of €147.64 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,190 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, e.l.f. Beauty ranks worse than 68.99% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, e.l.f. Beauty's Enterprise Value is €4,392 Mil. e.l.f. Beauty's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €164 Mil. Therefore, e.l.f. Beauty's EV-to-FCF for today is 26.84.

The historical rank and industry rank for e.l.f. Beauty's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

MIL:1ELF' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -209.98   Med: 45.51   Max: 748.35
Current: 26.32

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of e.l.f. Beauty was 748.35. The lowest was -209.98. And the median was 45.51.

MIL:1ELF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
68.99% of 1190 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.92 vs MIL:1ELF: 26.32

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 (2026-07-16), e.l.f. Beauty's stock price is €63.74. e.l.f. Beauty's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.374. Therefore, e.l.f. Beauty's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 170.43.


e.l.f. Beauty  (MIL:1ELF) 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.

e.l.f. Beauty's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=63.74/0.374
=170.43

e.l.f. Beauty's share price for today is €63.74.
e.l.f. Beauty'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 €0.374.

* 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.


e.l.f. Beauty EV-to-FCF Related Terms


e.l.f. Beauty EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for e.l.f. Beauty'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.

e.l.f. Beauty EV-to-FCF Chart

e.l.f. Beauty Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
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e.l.f. Beauty Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 31.77 53.38 60.55 24.33 22.14

MIL:1ELF vs IPAR, NWL, SPB: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, e.l.f. Beauty'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.


e.l.f. Beauty EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, e.l.f. Beauty's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where e.l.f. Beauty's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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e.l.f. Beauty EV-to-FCF Calculation

e.l.f. Beauty's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4391.922/163.649
=26.84

e.l.f. Beauty's current Enterprise Value is €4,392 Mil.
e.l.f. Beauty'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 €164 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 26.84 mean?
e.l.f. Beauty (MIL:1ELF) has a EV-to-FCF of 26.84 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on e.l.f. Beauty and its competitors. This is 41% below median its historical median of 45.51. According to the industry distribution chart, e.l.f. Beauty ranks #821 out of 1190 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 69%.
Is e.l.f. Beauty's EV-to-FCF too high?
e.l.f. Beauty's current EV-to-FCF of 26.84 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 45.51. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.92. e.l.f. Beauty's value of 26.84 is 68.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, e.l.f. Beauty ranks #821 out of 1190 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, e.l.f. Beauty has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does e.l.f. Beauty's EV-to-FCF compare to IPAR and NWL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, e.l.f. Beauty ranks #821 out of 1190 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places e.l.f. Beauty in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.92. e.l.f. Beauty's value of 26.84 is 68.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 45.51 vs. the industry median of 15.92, e.l.f. Beauty 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.92, based on 1,190 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. e.l.f. Beauty's current EV-to-FCF of 26.84 is 68.6% 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 e.l.f. Beauty and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.92 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. e.l.f. Beauty's current EV-to-FCF is 26.84, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 45.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is e.l.f. Beauty stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, e.l.f. Beauty (MIL:1ELF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €147.64, compared to a current price of €63.74 — trading 56.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 26.84, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 45.51 and 68.6% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.92. e.l.f. Beauty's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 3 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 e.l.f. Beauty (MIL:1ELF), the current EV-to-FCF is 26.84 as of Jul. 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 e.l.f. Beauty (MIL:1ELF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, e.l.f. Beauty stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €63.74 is trading 56.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €147.64. GuruFocus considers e.l.f. Beauty to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1ELF:

  • EV-to-FCF: 26.84 (41% below median its 10-year median of 45.51)
  • GF Value™: €147.64 vs. price of €63.74 (56.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 68.6% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#821 of 1190)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1ELF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


e.l.f. Beauty Business Description

Other Exchanges ELF:USA0EF:Germany
Address 601 12th Street, 14th Floor, Oakland, CA, USA, 94607
e.l.f. Beauty Inc is a multi-brand beauty company that offers inclusive, accessible, clean, vegan, and cruelty-free cosmetics and skin care products. The Company's mission is to make beauty accessible to every eye, lip, face, and skin concern. The company offers cosmetic accessories for women, which include eyeliner, mascara, false eyelashes, lipstick, foundation for the face, moisturizer, cleanser, and other tools through its stores and e-commerce channels.
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