Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) EV-to-FCF: 25.55 (As of Jul. 03, 2026) — 43% Below Median


MIL:1SYM Symrise AG MIL:1SYM
58 GF Score
Price €85.52
GF Value €95.60
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Symrise AG EV-to-FCF?

Symrise AG MIL:1SYM 58 EV-to-FCF is 25.55 as of Jul. 03, 2026, which is 43% below its 10-year median of 44.94. GuruFocus rates MIL:1SYM with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of €95.60 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 920 Chemicals companies, Symrise AG ranks worse than 53.8% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Symrise AG's Enterprise Value is €14,334 Mil. Symrise AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €561 Mil. Therefore, Symrise AG's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.55.

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

MIL:1SYM' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 17.23   Med: 44.94   Max: 160.57
Current: 25.25

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Symrise AG was 160.57. The lowest was 17.23. And the median was 44.94.

MIL:1SYM's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
53.8% of 920 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.655 vs MIL:1SYM: 25.25

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 (2026-07-03), Symrise AG's stock price is €85.52. Symrise AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €1.780. Therefore, Symrise AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 48.04.


Symrise AG  (MIL:1SYM) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=85.52/1.780
=48.04

Symrise AG's share price for today is €85.52.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Symrise AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €1.780.

* 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.


Symrise AG EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Symrise AG EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Symrise AG'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.

Symrise AG EV-to-FCF Chart

Symrise AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Symrise AG Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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MIL:1SYM vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Symrise AG'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.


Symrise AG EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Symrise AG EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=14334.104/560.928
=25.55

Symrise AG's current Enterprise Value is €14,334 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Symrise AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €561 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 25.55 mean?
Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.55 as of Jul. 03, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Symrise AG and its competitors. This is 43% below median its historical median of 44.94. Over the past decade, Symrise AG's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 17.23 to 160.57. According to the industry distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #495 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 53.8%.
Is Symrise AG's EV-to-FCF too high?
Symrise AG's current EV-to-FCF of 25.55 is 43% below median its 10-year median of 44.94. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 17.23 to a high of 160.57. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.66. Symrise AG's value of 25.55 is 12.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #495 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Symrise AG has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Symrise AG's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #495 out of 920 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Symrise AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.66. Symrise AG's value of 25.55 is 12.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Symrise AG's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 17.23 to 160.57 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 44.94 vs. the industry median of 22.66, Symrise AG 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 22.66, based on 920 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. Symrise AG's current EV-to-FCF of 25.55 is 12.8% 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 Symrise AG and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.66 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Symrise AG's current EV-to-FCF is 25.55, which is 43% below median its own 10-year median of 44.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Symrise AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €95.60, compared to a current price of €85.52 — trading 10.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.55, which is 43% below median its 10-year median of 44.94 and 12.8% above the Chemicals industry median of 22.66. Symrise AG's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 8 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 Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.55 as of Jul. 03, 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 Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symrise AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €85.52 is trading 10.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €95.60. GuruFocus considers Symrise AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1SYM:

  • EV-to-FCF: 25.55 (43% below median its 10-year median of 44.94)
  • GF Value™: €95.60 vs. price of €85.52 (10.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 12.8% above the Chemicals median (#495 of 920)

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


Symrise AG Business Description

Address Muhlenfeldstrasse 1, Holzminden, ST, DEU, 37603
Symrise is a global supplier of ingredients for fragrances and flavourings across the food, beverage, household products, and pharmaceutical industries. With an estimated 12% market share, it is the world's fourth-largest supplier of fragrances and flavourings. The company was created after a 2003 merger of two companies that originated in 1874 and 1919. With almost 13,000 employees, Symrise produces 35,000 products sourced from 10,000 mostly natural raw materials such as vanilla, citrus, blossoms, and plant or animal materials for more than 6,000 customers.
58GF Score

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