Riyadh Steel Co (SAU:9588) EV-to-FCF: 4.46 (As of Jul. 30, 2026) — Near Median

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SAU:9588 Riyadh Steel Co SAU:9588
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What is Riyadh Steel Co EV-to-FCF?

Riyadh Steel Co SAU:9588 22 EV-to-FCF is 4.46 as of Jul. 30, 2026, which is 5% below its 10-year median of 4.70. GuruFocus rates SAU:9588 with a GF Score™ of 22/100. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 357 Steel companies, Riyadh Steel Co ranks better than 85.15% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Riyadh Steel Co's Enterprise Value is ﷼64.8 Mil. Riyadh Steel Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was ﷼14.5 Mil. Therefore, Riyadh Steel Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 4.46.

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

SAU:9588' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -59.49   Med: 4.7   Max: 12.18
Current: 4.7

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Riyadh Steel Co was 12.18. The lowest was -59.49. And the median was 4.70.

SAU:9588's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
85.15% of 357 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 16.17 vs SAU:9588: 4.70

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 (2026-07-30), Riyadh Steel Co's stock price is ﷼1.27. Riyadh Steel Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was ﷼0.080. Therefore, Riyadh Steel Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.88.


Riyadh Steel Co  (SAU:9588) 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.

Riyadh Steel Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.27/0.080
=15.88

Riyadh Steel Co's share price for today is ﷼1.27.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Riyadh Steel Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was ﷼0.080.

* 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.


Riyadh Steel Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Riyadh Steel Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Riyadh Steel 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.

Riyadh Steel Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Riyadh Steel Co Annual Data
Trend Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
0.00 0.00 -34.23 6.56 6.05

Riyadh Steel Co Semi-Annual Data
Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -34.23 0.00 6.56 0.00 6.05

SAU:9588 vs NUE, STLD, RS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Riyadh Steel 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.


Riyadh Steel Co EV-to-FCF vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Riyadh Steel Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Riyadh Steel Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Riyadh Steel Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=64.771/14.524
=4.46

Riyadh Steel Co's current Enterprise Value is ﷼64.8 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Riyadh Steel Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was ﷼14.5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 4.46 mean?
Riyadh Steel Co (SAU:9588) has a EV-to-FCF of 4.46 as of Jul. 30, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Riyadh Steel Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.70. According to the industry distribution chart, Riyadh Steel Co ranks #53 out of 357 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 14.8%.
Is Riyadh Steel Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Riyadh Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF of 4.46 is near median its 10-year median of 4.70. The Steel industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.17. Riyadh Steel Co's value of 4.46 is 72.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Riyadh Steel Co ranks #53 out of 357 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Riyadh Steel Co has a GF Score™ of 22/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Riyadh Steel Co's EV-to-FCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Riyadh Steel Co ranks #53 out of 357 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Riyadh Steel Co in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.17. Riyadh Steel Co's value of 4.46 is 72.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.70 vs. the industry median of 16.17, Riyadh Steel Co 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Steel companies is 16.17, based on 357 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. Riyadh Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF of 4.46 is 72.4% 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 Riyadh Steel Co and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.17 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Riyadh Steel Co's current EV-to-FCF is 4.46, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Riyadh Steel Co stock overvalued right now?
Riyadh Steel Co (SAU:9588) has a current EV-to-FCF of 4.46. The current EV-to-FCF is 4.46, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.70 and 72.4% below the Steel industry median of 16.17. Riyadh Steel Co's overall GF Score™ is 22/100 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 Riyadh Steel Co (SAU:9588), the current EV-to-FCF is 4.46 as of Jul. 30, 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.

Riyadh Steel Co Business Description

Address Imam Abdullah bin Saud bin Abdulaziz Road, Al-Shuhada District, Unit 35, Building No. 4578, Riyadh, SAU, 13241
Riyadh Steel Co Group is a steel manufacturer principally engaged in the production of sheets, plates, strip coils, rods, skewers, corners, wires, and sections. The Company provides steel scrap, billets, and ASTM A36 standard flat and angle bars, and generates revenue from the sale of angled and flat bars and other finished goods, billets, and scrap iron and raw materials. It mainly operates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which generates the majority of its revenue, and also has a presence in other GCC countries.
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