Eastman Chemical Co (MIL:1EMN) EV-to-FCF: 25.56 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — Near Median

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MIL:1EMN Eastman Chemical Co MIL:1EMN
48 GF Score
Price €61.58
GF Value €72.21
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Eastman Chemical Co EV-to-FCF?

Eastman Chemical Co MIL:1EMN 48 EV-to-FCF is 25.56 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 23.43. GuruFocus rates MIL:1EMN with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of €72.21 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 923 Chemicals companies, Eastman Chemical Co ranks worse than 54.17% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Eastman Chemical Co's Enterprise Value is €10,816 Mil. Eastman Chemical Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €423 Mil. Therefore, Eastman Chemical Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.56.

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

MIL:1EMN' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.44   Med: 23.43   Max: 54.85
Current: 24.73

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Eastman Chemical Co was 54.85. The lowest was 9.44. And the median was 23.43.

MIL:1EMN's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
54.17% of 923 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.86 vs MIL:1EMN: 24.73

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 (2026-07-14), Eastman Chemical Co's stock price is €61.58. Eastman Chemical Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €2.971. Therefore, Eastman Chemical Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 20.73.


Eastman Chemical Co  (MIL:1EMN) 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.

Eastman Chemical Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=61.58/2.971
=20.73

Eastman Chemical Co's share price for today is €61.58.
Eastman Chemical Co'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 €2.971.

* 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.


Eastman Chemical Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Eastman Chemical Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Eastman Chemical Co'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.

Eastman Chemical Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Eastman Chemical Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Eastman Chemical Co 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 25.82 32.88 30.00 27.31 26.83

MIL:1EMN vs AXTA, NEU, WLK: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Eastman Chemical Co'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.


Eastman Chemical Co EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Eastman Chemical Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Eastman Chemical Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=10815.997/423.201
=25.56

Eastman Chemical Co's current Enterprise Value is €10,816 Mil.
Eastman Chemical Co'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 €423 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 25.56 mean?
Eastman Chemical Co (MIL:1EMN) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.56 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Eastman Chemical Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 23.43. Over the past decade, Eastman Chemical Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 9.44 to 54.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Eastman Chemical Co ranks #500 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 54.2%.
Is Eastman Chemical Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Eastman Chemical Co's current EV-to-FCF of 25.56 is near median its 10-year median of 23.43. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.44 to a high of 54.85. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Eastman Chemical Co's value of 25.56 is 16.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Eastman Chemical Co ranks #500 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Eastman Chemical Co has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Eastman Chemical Co's EV-to-FCF compare to AXTA and NEU?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Eastman Chemical Co ranks #500 out of 923 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Eastman Chemical Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Eastman Chemical Co's value of 25.56 is 16.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Eastman Chemical Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 9.44 to 54.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.43 vs. the industry median of 21.86, Eastman Chemical Co 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 21.86, based on 923 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. Eastman Chemical Co's current EV-to-FCF of 25.56 is 16.9% 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 Eastman Chemical Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Eastman Chemical Co's current EV-to-FCF is 25.56, which is near median its own 10-year median of 23.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Eastman Chemical Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eastman Chemical Co (MIL:1EMN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €72.21, compared to a current price of €61.58 — trading 14.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.56, which is near median its 10-year median of 23.43 and 16.9% above the Chemicals industry median of 21.86. Eastman Chemical Co's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 6 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 Eastman Chemical Co (MIL:1EMN), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.56 as of Jul. 14, 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 Eastman Chemical Co (MIL:1EMN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eastman Chemical Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €61.58 is trading 14.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €72.21. GuruFocus considers Eastman Chemical Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1EMN:

  • EV-to-FCF: 25.56 (near median its 10-year median of 23.43)
  • GF Value™: €72.21 vs. price of €61.58 (14.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 16.9% above the Chemicals median (#500 of 923)

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


Eastman Chemical Co Business Description

Address 200 South Wilcox Drive, Kingsport, TN, USA, 37662
Established in 1920 to produce chemicals for Eastman Kodak, Eastman Chemical has grown into a global specialty chemical company with manufacturing sites around the world. The company generates the majority of its sales outside of the United States, with a strong presence in Asian markets. During the past several years, Eastman has sold noncore businesses, choosing to focus on higher-margin specialty product offerings.
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