Holcim Ecuador (QUI:HLE) EV-to-FCF: 7.82 (As of Jul. 07, 2026) — 35% Below Median


QUI:HLE Holcim Ecuador SA QUI:HLE
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Price $48.99
GF Value $52.82
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Holcim Ecuador EV-to-FCF?

Holcim Ecuador QUI:HLE +16.64% 100 EV-to-FCF is 7.82 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 12.01. GuruFocus rates QUI:HLE with a GF Score™ of 100/100 and a GF Value™ of $52.82 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 272 Building Materials companies, Holcim Ecuador ranks better than 79.78% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Holcim Ecuador's Enterprise Value is $842.1 Mil. Holcim Ecuador's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $107.7 Mil. Therefore, Holcim Ecuador's EV-to-FCF for today is 7.82.

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

QUI:HLE' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.82   Med: 12.01   Max: 40.59
Current: 7.82

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Holcim Ecuador was 40.59. The lowest was 7.82. And the median was 12.01.

QUI:HLE's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
79.78% of 272 companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 18.19 vs QUI:HLE: 7.82

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 (2026-07-07), Holcim Ecuador's stock price is $48.99. Holcim Ecuador's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $4.100. Therefore, Holcim Ecuador's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.95.


Holcim Ecuador  (QUI:HLE) 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.

Holcim Ecuador's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=48.99/4.100
=11.95

Holcim Ecuador's share price for today is $48.99.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holcim Ecuador's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $4.100.

* 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.


Holcim Ecuador EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Holcim Ecuador EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Holcim Ecuador'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.

Holcim Ecuador EV-to-FCF Chart

Holcim Ecuador Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.29 12.12 11.42 40.56 8.39

Holcim Ecuador Semi-Annual Data
Dec12 Dec13 Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.29 12.12 11.42 40.56 8.39

QUI:HLE vs CRH, VMC, MLM: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, Holcim Ecuador'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.


Holcim Ecuador EV-to-FCF vs Building Materials Industry

For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Holcim Ecuador's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Holcim Ecuador EV-to-FCF Calculation

Holcim Ecuador's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=842.073/107.698
=7.82

Holcim Ecuador's current Enterprise Value is $842.1 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holcim Ecuador's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $107.7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 7.82 mean?
Holcim Ecuador (QUI:HLE) has a EV-to-FCF of 7.82 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Holcim Ecuador and its competitors. This is 35% below median its historical median of 12.01. Over the past decade, Holcim Ecuador's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.82 to 40.59. According to the industry distribution chart, Holcim Ecuador ranks #55 out of 272 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 20.2%.
Is Holcim Ecuador's EV-to-FCF too high?
Holcim Ecuador's current EV-to-FCF of 7.82 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 12.01. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.82 to a high of 40.59. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.19. Holcim Ecuador's value of 7.82 is 57% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Holcim Ecuador ranks #55 out of 272 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Holcim Ecuador has a GF Score™ of 100/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Holcim Ecuador's EV-to-FCF compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Holcim Ecuador ranks #55 out of 272 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Holcim Ecuador in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.19. Holcim Ecuador's value of 7.82 is 57% below this benchmark. Historically, Holcim Ecuador's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 7.82 to 40.59 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.01 vs. the industry median of 18.19, Holcim Ecuador has consistently been below 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 Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Building Materials companies is 18.19, based on 272 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. Holcim Ecuador's current EV-to-FCF of 7.82 is 57% below 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 Holcim Ecuador and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.19 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Holcim Ecuador's current EV-to-FCF is 7.82, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 12.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Holcim Ecuador stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holcim Ecuador (QUI:HLE) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $52.82, compared to a current price of $48.99 — trading 7.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 7.82, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 12.01 and 57% below the Building Materials industry median of 18.19. Holcim Ecuador's overall GF Score™ is 100/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Holcim Ecuador (QUI:HLE), the current EV-to-FCF is 7.82 as of Jul. 07, 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 Holcim Ecuador (QUI:HLE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holcim Ecuador stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $48.99 is trading 7.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $52.82. GuruFocus considers Holcim Ecuador to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for QUI:HLE:

  • EV-to-FCF: 7.82 (35% below median its 10-year median of 12.01)
  • GF Value™: $52.82 vs. price of $48.99 (7.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 100/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 57% below the Building Materials median (#55 of 272)

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


Holcim Ecuador Business Description

Other Exchanges HLE:Ecuador
Address Barcelona Avenue, San Eduardo I Urbanization, El Caiman Building, 2nd Floor, Guayaquil, ECU
Holcim Ecuador SA is an Ecuador-based company engaged in the manufacturing and production of clinker, cement, and concrete. The company offers products and services for road development, buildings, infrastructure, developments and residences, and agro-industrial solutions.
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