Northern Star ResourcesNESRF +4.86%93 EV-to-FCF is 173.24 as of Jun. 28, 2026, which is 498% above its 10-year median of 28.98. GuruFocus rates NESRF with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.17 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 448 Metals & Mining companies, Northern Star Resources ranks worse than 89.73% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Northern Star Resources's Enterprise Value is $20,918 Mil.
Northern Star Resources's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $121 Mil. Therefore, Northern Star Resources's EV-to-FCF for today is 173.24.
The historical rank and industry rank for Northern Star Resources's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
NESRF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.72 Med: 28.98 Max: 158.64
Current: 158.64
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Northern Star Resources was 158.64. The lowest was 7.72. And the median was 28.98.
NESRF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 89.73% of 448
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 18.44
vs NESRF: 158.64
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.
Northern Star Resources (OTCPK:NESRF) 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.
Northern Star Resources's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Northern Star Resources's share price for today is $14.55.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Northern Star Resources's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.772.
* 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.
* 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 Gold subindustry, Northern Star Resources'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.
Northern Star Resources EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Northern Star Resources's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Northern Star Resources's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Northern Star Resources's current Enterprise Value is $20,918 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Northern Star Resources's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $121 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.
Northern Star Resources (NESRF) has a EV-to-FCF of 173.24 as of Jun. 28, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Northern Star Resources and its competitors. This is 498% above median its historical median of 28.98. Over the past decade, Northern Star Resources' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.72 to 158.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Northern Star Resources ranks #402 out of 448 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 89.7%.
Is Northern Star Resources' EV-to-FCF too high?
Northern Star Resources' current EV-to-FCF of 173.24 is 498% above median its 10-year median of 28.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.72 to a high of 158.64. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.44. Northern Star Resources' value of 173.24 is 839.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Northern Star Resources ranks #402 out of 448 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Northern Star Resources has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Northern Star Resources' EV-to-FCF compare to NEM and AU?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Northern Star Resources ranks #402 out of 448 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Northern Star Resources in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.44. Northern Star Resources' value of 173.24 is 839.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Northern Star Resources' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.72 to 158.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.98 vs. the industry median of 18.44, Northern Star Resources 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 18.44, based on 448 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. Northern Star Resources's current EV-to-FCF of 173.24 is 839.5% 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 Northern Star Resources and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Northern Star Resources's current EV-to-FCF is 173.24, which is 498% above median its own 10-year median of 28.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Northern Star Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern Star Resources (NESRF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.17, compared to a current price of $14.55 — trading 2.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 173.24, which is 498% above median its 10-year median of 28.98 and 839.5% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 18.44. Northern Star Resources' overall GF Score™ is 93/100 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 Northern Star Resources (NESRF), the current EV-to-FCF is 173.24 as of Jun. 28, 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 Northern Star Resources (NESRF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern Star Resources stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $14.55 is trading 2.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.17.
GuruFocus considers Northern Star Resources to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for NESRF:
EV-to-FCF: 173.24 (498% above median its 10-year median of 28.98)
GF Value™: $14.17 vs. price of $14.55 (2.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 839.5% above the Metals & Mining median (#402 of 448)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NESRF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Northern Star is an Australia-based midtier global gold miner that sold around 1.6 million ounces of gold in fiscal 2025 from its three wholly owned mining operations in Australia and Alaska. Its operations are the result of significant merger and acquisition activity including 14 acquisitions and four asset sales since 2010. It had roughly a decade of reserves at the end of fiscal 2025.
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