Russel MetalsRUSMF -6.91%79 EV-to-FCF is 19.51 as of Jun. 24, 2026, which is 166% above its 10-year median of 7.33. GuruFocus rates RUSMF with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $36.59 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 119 Industrial Distribution companies, Russel Metals ranks worse than 63.03% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Russel Metals's Enterprise Value is $2,484 Mil.
Russel Metals's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $127 Mil. Therefore, Russel Metals's EV-to-FCF for today is 19.51.
The historical rank and industry rank for Russel Metals's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
RUSMF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -75.85 Med: 7.33 Max: 92.36
Current: 19.51
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Russel Metals was 92.36. The lowest was -75.85. And the median was 7.33.
RUSMF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 63.03% of 119
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 15.18
vs RUSMF: 19.51
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.
Russel Metals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Russel Metals's share price for today is $41.89.
Russel Metals'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 $2.592.
* 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.
Russel Metals EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Russel Metals EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Russel Metals'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 Industrial Distribution subindustry, Russel Metals'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.
Russel Metals EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Russel Metals's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Russel Metals's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Russel Metals's current Enterprise Value is $2,484 Mil.
Russel Metals'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 $127 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.
Russel Metals (RUSMF) has a EV-to-FCF of 19.51 as of Jun. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Russel Metals and its competitors. This is 166% above median its historical median of 7.33. According to the industry distribution chart, Russel Metals ranks #75 out of 119 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 63%.
Is Russel Metals' EV-to-FCF too high?
Russel Metals' current EV-to-FCF of 19.51 is 166% above median its 10-year median of 7.33. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.18. Russel Metals' value of 19.51 is 28.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Russel Metals ranks #75 out of 119 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Russel Metals has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Russel Metals' EV-to-FCF compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Russel Metals ranks #75 out of 119 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Russel Metals in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.18. Russel Metals' value of 19.51 is 28.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.33 vs. the industry median of 15.18, Russel Metals 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 Distribution company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 15.18, based on 119 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. Russel Metals's current EV-to-FCF of 19.51 is 28.5% 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 Russel Metals and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Russel Metals's current EV-to-FCF is 19.51, which is 166% above median its own 10-year median of 7.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Russel Metals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Russel Metals (RUSMF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $36.59, compared to a current price of $41.89 — trading 14.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 19.51, which is 166% above median its 10-year median of 7.33 and 28.5% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 15.18. Russel Metals' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 8 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 Russel Metals (RUSMF), the current EV-to-FCF is 19.51 as of Jun. 24, 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 Russel Metals (RUSMF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Russel Metals stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $41.89 is trading 14.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $36.59.
GuruFocus considers Russel Metals to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for RUSMF:
EV-to-FCF: 19.51 (166% above median its 10-year median of 7.33)
GF Value™: $36.59 vs. price of $41.89 (14.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 28.5% above the Industrial Distribution median (#75 of 119)
No single metric tells the full story. See the RUSMF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Russel Metals Inc is a Canada-based metal distribution company. The company conducts business in Canada and the U.S. in three operating and reportable segments: Metals Service Centers, Energy Field Stores, and Steel Distributors. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Metals Service Centers segment, which carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous specialty metals. It purchases these products mainly from North American steel producers, processes, packages, and sells them to end users in accordance with their specific needs. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Canada.
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