MetroMTRAF 75 EV-to-FCF is 16.76 as of Jul. 02, 2026, which is 32% below its 10-year median of 24.50. GuruFocus rates MTRAF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $67.51 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 210 Retail - Defensive companies, Metro ranks worse than 53.81% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Metro's Enterprise Value is $16,781 Mil.
Metro's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,001 Mil. Therefore, Metro's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.76.
The historical rank and industry rank for Metro's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
MTRAF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.95 Med: 24.5 Max: 73.11
Current: 16.76
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Metro was 73.11. The lowest was 15.95. And the median was 24.50.
MTRAF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 53.81% of 210
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 16.525
vs MTRAF: 16.76
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 (2026-07-02), Metro's stock price is $76.015.
Metro's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.412. Therefore, Metro's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 22.28.
Metro (OTCPK:MTRAF) 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.
Metro's share price for today is $76.015.
Metro'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 $3.412.
* 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.
Metro EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Metro EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Metro'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 Grocery Stores subindustry, Metro'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.
Metro EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Metro's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Metro's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Metro's current Enterprise Value is $16,781 Mil.
Metro'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 $1,001 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.
Metro (MTRAF) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.76 as of Jul. 02, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Metro and its competitors. This is 32% below median its historical median of 24.50. Over the past decade, Metro's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 15.95 to 73.11. According to the industry distribution chart, Metro ranks #113 out of 210 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 53.8%.
Is Metro's EV-to-FCF too high?
Metro's current EV-to-FCF of 16.76 is 32% below median its 10-year median of 24.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.95 to a high of 73.11. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.53. Metro's value of 16.76 is 1.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Metro ranks #113 out of 210 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Metro has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Metro's EV-to-FCF compare to KR and SFM?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Metro ranks #113 out of 210 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Metro in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.53. Metro's value of 16.76 is 1.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Metro's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 15.95 to 73.11 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 24.50 vs. the industry median of 16.53, Metro 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 Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 16.53, based on 210 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. Metro's current EV-to-FCF of 16.76 is 1.4% 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 Metro and its competitors. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Metro's current EV-to-FCF is 16.76, which is 32% below median its own 10-year median of 24.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Metro stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metro (MTRAF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $67.51, compared to a current price of $76.02 — trading 12.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.76, which is 32% below median its 10-year median of 24.50 and 1.4% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 16.53. Metro's overall GF Score™ is 75/100. 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 Metro (MTRAF), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.76 as of Jul. 02, 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 Metro (MTRAF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metro stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $76.02 is trading 12.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $67.51.
GuruFocus considers Metro to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MTRAF:
EV-to-FCF: 16.76 (32% below median its 10-year median of 24.50)
GF Value™: $67.51 vs. price of $76.02 (12.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1.4% above the Retail - Defensive median (#113 of 210)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MTRAF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Metro is the third-largest grocery retailer in Canada (behind Loblaws and Sobeys) and also owns the top pharmacy chain in Quebec, Jean Coutu, following the 2018 acquisition. Its grocery banners include supermarket chain Metro, discounters Super C and Food Basics, and ethnic food grocer Adonis, while its pharmacies primarily operate under the Jean Coutu and Brunet trademarks. Metro operates both as a food retailer and a franchisor, licensing its trademarks and supplying merchandise to registered pharmacists. The firm also acts as a wholesaler and distributor to serve smaller, neighborhood grocery stores. Unlike peers Loblaws and Sobeys that operate chain stores across Canada, Metro's operations are concentrated in Quebec and Ontario, with no presence in western Canada.
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