National Presto IndustriesNPK -0.76%77 EV-to-FCF is 236.26 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 1676% above its 10-year median of 13.30. GuruFocus rates NPK with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $122.39 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 180 Aerospace & Defense companies, National Presto Industries ranks worse than 92.22% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, National Presto Industries's Enterprise Value is $885.7 Mil.
National Presto Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.7 Mil. Therefore, National Presto Industries's EV-to-FCF for today is 236.26.
The historical rank and industry rank for National Presto Industries's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
NPK'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -155.49 Med: 13.3 Max: 275.06
Current: 236.26
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of National Presto Industries was 275.06. The lowest was -155.49. And the median was 13.30.
NPK's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 92.22% of 180
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 36.435
vs NPK: 236.26
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.
National Presto Industries (NYSE:NPK) 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.
National Presto Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
National Presto Industries's share price for today is $123.28.
National Presto Industries'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 $4.490.
* 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.
National Presto Industries EV-to-FCF Related Terms
National Presto Industries EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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 Aerospace & Defense subindustry, National Presto Industries'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.
National Presto Industries EV-to-FCF vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, National Presto Industries's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where National Presto Industries's EV-to-FCF falls into.
National Presto Industries's current Enterprise Value is $885.7 Mil.
National Presto Industries'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 $3.7 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.
National Presto Industries (NPK) has a EV-to-FCF of 236.26 as of Jul. 09, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on National Presto Industries and its competitors. This is 1676% above median its historical median of 13.30. According to the industry distribution chart, National Presto Industries ranks #166 out of 180 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 92.2%.
Is National Presto Industries' EV-to-FCF too high?
National Presto Industries' current EV-to-FCF of 236.26 is 1676% above median its 10-year median of 13.30. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-FCF is 36.44. National Presto Industries' value of 236.26 is 548.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, National Presto Industries ranks #166 out of 180 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, National Presto Industries has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does National Presto Industries' EV-to-FCF compare to EVEX and AVEX?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, National Presto Industries ranks #166 out of 180 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places National Presto Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 36.44. National Presto Industries' value of 236.26 is 548.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.30 vs. the industry median of 36.44, National Presto Industries 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Aerospace & Defense companies is 36.44, based on 180 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. National Presto Industries's current EV-to-FCF of 236.26 is 548.4% 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 National Presto Industries and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 36.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. National Presto Industries's current EV-to-FCF is 236.26, which is 1676% above median its own 10-year median of 13.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is National Presto Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Presto Industries (NPK) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $122.39, compared to a current price of $123.28 — trading 0.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 236.26, which is 1676% above median its 10-year median of 13.30 and 548.4% above the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 36.44. National Presto Industries' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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 National Presto Industries (NPK), the current EV-to-FCF is 236.26 as of Jul. 09, 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 National Presto Industries (NPK) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Presto Industries stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $123.28 is trading 0.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $122.39.
GuruFocus considers National Presto Industries to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for NPK:
EV-to-FCF: 236.26 (1676% above median its 10-year median of 13.30)
GF Value™: $122.39 vs. price of $123.28 (0.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 548.4% above the Aerospace & Defense median (#166 of 180)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NPK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
National Presto Industries Inc has an electric product portfolio consisting of household appliances, ammunition, and diapers. The company operates in three segments, namely Defense, Housewares/Small Appliance, and Safety. The defense segment, which is engaged in manufacturing 40mm ammunition, precision mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, and medium caliber cartridge cases, performs Load, Assemble, and Pack (LAP) operations on ordnance-related products for the U.S. Government and prime contractor. While the Housewares/Small Appliance segment designs, markets, and distributes housewares and small electrical appliances, the safety segment provides safety technology empowering organizations and individuals to protect what is more important.
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