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NordsonMIL:1NDSN 66 EV-to-FCF is 25.83 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 8% below its 10-year median of 27.99. GuruFocus rates MIL:1NDSN with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of €216.36 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,733 Industrial Products companies, Nordson ranks worse than 51.01% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Nordson's Enterprise Value is €15,782 Mil.
Nordson's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €611 Mil. Therefore, Nordson's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.83.
The historical rank and industry rank for Nordson's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
MIL:1NDSN'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 19.1 Med: 27.99 Max: 36.18
Current: 25.18
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Nordson was 36.18. The lowest was 19.10. And the median was 27.99.
MIL:1NDSN's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 51.01% of 1733
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 24.37
vs MIL:1NDSN: 25.18
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.
Nordson's share price for today is €251.80.
Nordson's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €8.026.
* 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.
Nordson EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Nordson EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Nordson'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 Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Nordson'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.
Nordson EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Nordson's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Nordson's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Nordson's current Enterprise Value is €15,782 Mil.
Nordson's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €611 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.
Nordson (MIL:1NDSN) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.83 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Nordson and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 27.99. Over the past decade, Nordson's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 19.10 to 36.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Nordson ranks #884 out of 1733 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 51%.
Is Nordson's EV-to-FCF too high?
Nordson's current EV-to-FCF of 25.83 is near median its 10-year median of 27.99. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 19.10 to a high of 36.18. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.37. Nordson's value of 25.83 is 6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nordson ranks #884 out of 1733 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Nordson has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nordson's EV-to-FCF compare to IEX and GNRC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Nordson ranks #884 out of 1733 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Nordson in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.37. Nordson's value of 25.83 is 6% above this benchmark. Historically, Nordson's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 19.10 to 36.18 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 27.99 vs. the industry median of 24.37, Nordson 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 24.37, based on 1,733 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. Nordson's current EV-to-FCF of 25.83 is 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 Nordson and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 24.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nordson's current EV-to-FCF is 25.83, which is near median its own 10-year median of 27.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nordson stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nordson (MIL:1NDSN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €216.36, compared to a current price of €251.80 — trading 16.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.83, which is near median its 10-year median of 27.99 and 6% above the Industrial Products industry median of 24.37. Nordson's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Nordson (MIL:1NDSN), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.83 as of Jul. 19, 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 Nordson (MIL:1NDSN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nordson stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €251.80 is trading 16.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €216.36.
GuruFocus considers Nordson to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MIL:1NDSN:
EV-to-FCF: 25.83 (near median its 10-year median of 27.99)
GF Value™: €216.36 vs. price of €251.80 (16.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 6% above the Industrial Products median (#884 of 1733)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1NDSN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Nordson manufactures equipment (including pumps, valves, dispensers, applicators, filters, and pelletizers) used for dispensing adhesives, coatings, sealants, and other materials. The firm serves a diverse range of end markets, including packaging, medical, electronics, and industrial. Nordson's business is organized into three segments: industrial precision solutions, medical and fluid solutions, and advanced technology solutions. The company generated approximately $2.8 billion in revenue in its fiscal 2025.
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