Proto LabsPRLB -0.65%67 EV-to-FCF is 31.59 as of Jun. 26, 2026, which is 11% below its 10-year median of 35.68. GuruFocus rates PRLB with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $44.16 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,735 Industrial Products companies, Proto Labs ranks worse than 56.89% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Proto Labs's Enterprise Value is $1,786.3 Mil.
Proto Labs's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $56.5 Mil. Therefore, Proto Labs's EV-to-FCF for today is 31.59.
The historical rank and industry rank for Proto Labs's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
PRLB'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.14 Med: 35.68 Max: 112
Current: 31.59
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Proto Labs was 112.00. The lowest was 10.14. And the median was 35.68.
PRLB's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 56.89% of 1735
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 26.71
vs PRLB: 31.59
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.
Proto Labs's share price for today is $80.69.
Proto Labs'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 $1.060.
* 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.
Proto Labs EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Proto Labs EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Proto Labs'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 Metal Fabrication subindustry, Proto Labs'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.
Proto Labs EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Proto Labs's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Proto Labs's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Proto Labs's current Enterprise Value is $1,786.3 Mil.
Proto Labs'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 $56.5 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.
Proto Labs (PRLB) has a EV-to-FCF of 31.59 as of Jun. 26, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Proto Labs and its competitors. This is 11% below median its historical median of 35.68. Over the past decade, Proto Labs' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.14 to 112.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Proto Labs ranks #987 out of 1735 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 56.9%.
Is Proto Labs' EV-to-FCF too high?
Proto Labs' current EV-to-FCF of 31.59 is 11% below median its 10-year median of 35.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.14 to a high of 112.00. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 26.71. Proto Labs' value of 31.59 is 18.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Proto Labs ranks #987 out of 1735 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Proto Labs has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Proto Labs' EV-to-FCF compare to RYZ and WOR?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Proto Labs ranks #987 out of 1735 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Proto Labs in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 26.71. Proto Labs' value of 31.59 is 18.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Proto Labs' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.14 to 112.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 35.68 vs. the industry median of 26.71, Proto Labs 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 26.71, based on 1,735 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. Proto Labs's current EV-to-FCF of 31.59 is 18.3% 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 Proto Labs and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 26.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Proto Labs's current EV-to-FCF is 31.59, which is 11% below median its own 10-year median of 35.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Proto Labs stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Proto Labs (PRLB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $44.16, compared to a current price of $80.69 — trading 82.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 31.59, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 35.68 and 18.3% above the Industrial Products industry median of 26.71. Proto Labs' overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 7 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 Proto Labs (PRLB), the current EV-to-FCF is 31.59 as of Jun. 26, 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 Proto Labs (PRLB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Proto Labs stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $80.69 is trading 82.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $44.16.
GuruFocus considers Proto Labs to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for PRLB:
EV-to-FCF: 31.59 (11% below median its 10-year median of 35.68)
GF Value™: $44.16 vs. price of $80.69 (82.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 18.3% above the Industrial Products median (#987 of 1735)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PRLB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Proto Labs Inc is an on-demand manufacturer of custom parts for prototyping and short-run production. The company offers developers and engineers quick-turn production services to reduce the time to market. The Lab uses injection molding, computer numerical control machining, and 3-D printing, and sheet metal to manufacture custom parts for its clients. The company services clients' needs for prototype solutions, parts for testing procedures, bridge production capabilities during disruptions in manufacturing processes, limited-quantity requests, and end-of-life production support. Geographically, a majority of the company's revenue is derived from the United States and the rest from Europe.
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