Arabian Drilling Co (SAU:2381) EV-to-FCF: 13.45 (As of Jul. 29, 2026)

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SAU:2381 Arabian Drilling Co SAU:2381
58 GF Score
Price ﷼81.50
GF Value ﷼100.70
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Arabian Drilling Co EV-to-FCF?

Arabian Drilling Co SAU:2381 -5.73% 58 EV-to-FCF is 13.45 as of Jul. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates SAU:2381 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of ﷼100.70 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 582 Oil & Gas companies, Arabian Drilling Co ranks better than 54.64% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Arabian Drilling Co's Enterprise Value is ﷼9,596 Mil. Arabian Drilling Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ﷼713 Mil. Therefore, Arabian Drilling Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 13.45.

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

SAU:2381' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -112.93   Med: -21.77   Max: 57.53
Current: 14.51

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Arabian Drilling Co was 57.53. The lowest was -112.93. And the median was -21.77.

SAU:2381's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
54.64% of 582 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 15.835 vs SAU:2381: 14.51

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.

As of today (2026-07-29), Arabian Drilling Co's stock price is ﷼81.50. Arabian Drilling Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ﷼-1.620. Therefore, Arabian Drilling Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Arabian Drilling Co  (SAU:2381) 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.

Arabian Drilling Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=81.50/-1.620
=At Loss

Arabian Drilling Co's share price for today is ﷼81.50.
Arabian Drilling Co'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 ﷼-1.620.

* 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.


Arabian Drilling Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Arabian Drilling Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Arabian Drilling Co'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.

Arabian Drilling Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Arabian Drilling Co Annual Data
Trend Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
0.00 -21.53 -38.53 -76.99 31.76

Arabian Drilling Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -33.31 53.66 39.55 31.76 13.50

SAU:2381 vs NE, RIG, VAL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Drilling subindustry, Arabian Drilling Co'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.


Arabian Drilling Co EV-to-FCF vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Arabian Drilling Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Arabian Drilling Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


SAU:2381
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Arabian Drilling Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Arabian Drilling Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=9596.089/713.359
=13.45

Arabian Drilling Co's current Enterprise Value is ﷼9,596 Mil.
Arabian Drilling Co'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 ﷼713 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 13.45 mean?
Arabian Drilling Co (SAU:2381) has a EV-to-FCF of 13.45 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Arabian Drilling Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Arabian Drilling Co ranks #264 out of 582 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 45.4%.
Is Arabian Drilling Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Arabian Drilling Co's current EV-to-FCF is 13.45. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.84. Arabian Drilling Co's value of 13.45 is 15.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Arabian Drilling Co ranks #264 out of 582 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Arabian Drilling Co has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Arabian Drilling Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NE and RIG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Arabian Drilling Co ranks #264 out of 582 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Arabian Drilling Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.84. Arabian Drilling Co's value of 13.45 is 15.1% below this benchmark. 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Oil & Gas companies is 15.84, based on 582 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. Arabian Drilling Co's current EV-to-FCF of 13.45 is 15.1% 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 Arabian Drilling Co and its competitors. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Arabian Drilling Co's current EV-to-FCF is 13.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Arabian Drilling Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arabian Drilling Co (SAU:2381) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ﷼100.70, compared to a current price of ﷼81.50 — trading 19.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 13.45 and 15.1% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 15.84. Arabian Drilling Co's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Arabian Drilling Co (SAU:2381), the current EV-to-FCF is 13.45 as of Jul. 29, 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 Arabian Drilling Co (SAU:2381) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arabian Drilling Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ﷼81.50 is trading 19.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of ﷼100.70. GuruFocus considers Arabian Drilling Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SAU:2381:

  • EV-to-FCF: 13.45
  • GF Value™: ﷼100.70 vs. price of ﷼81.50 (19.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 15.1% below the Oil & Gas median (#264 of 582)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SAU:2381 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Arabian Drilling Co Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address P.O.Box 4110, Al-Khobar, SAU, 31952
Arabian Drilling Co is an onshore and offshore gas and oil rig drilling company in Saudi Arabia. It is principally engaged in the drilling of oil and natural gas wells, operations, maintenance and hauling of rigs, and related activities. The operating segment of the company Provision of drilling and related services through land rigs and the Provision of drilling and related services through off-shore rigs.
58GF Score

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