Sally Beauty HoldingsSBH +2.26%75 EV-to-FCF is 11.97 as of Jun. 27, 2026, which is 28% below its 10-year median of 16.70. GuruFocus rates SBH with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.80 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 776 Retail - Cyclical companies, Sally Beauty Holdings ranks better than 55.54% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sally Beauty Holdings's Enterprise Value is $2,738 Mil.
Sally Beauty Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $229 Mil. Therefore, Sally Beauty Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 11.97.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sally Beauty Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SBH'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.77 Med: 16.7 Max: 54.33
Current: 11.97
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sally Beauty Holdings was 54.33. The lowest was 8.77. And the median was 16.70.
SBH's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 55.54% of 776
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 13.625
vs SBH: 11.97
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.
Sally Beauty Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Sally Beauty Holdings's share price for today is $14.46.
Sally Beauty Holdings'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 $1.810.
* 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.
* 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 Specialty Retail subindustry, Sally Beauty Holdings'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.
Sally Beauty Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sally Beauty Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sally Beauty Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Sally Beauty Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $2,738 Mil.
Sally Beauty Holdings'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 $229 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.
Sally Beauty Holdings (SBH) has a EV-to-FCF of 11.97 as of Jun. 27, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sally Beauty Holdings and its competitors. This is 28% below median its historical median of 16.70. Over the past decade, Sally Beauty Holdings' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.77 to 54.33. According to the industry distribution chart, Sally Beauty Holdings ranks #345 out of 776 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 44.5%.
Is Sally Beauty Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Sally Beauty Holdings' current EV-to-FCF of 11.97 is 28% below median its 10-year median of 16.70. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.77 to a high of 54.33. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.63. Sally Beauty Holdings' value of 11.97 is 12.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sally Beauty Holdings ranks #345 out of 776 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sally Beauty Holdings has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sally Beauty Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to EYE and WINA?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Sally Beauty Holdings ranks #345 out of 776 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Sally Beauty Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.63. Sally Beauty Holdings' value of 11.97 is 12.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Sally Beauty Holdings' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.77 to 54.33 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.70 vs. the industry median of 13.63, Sally Beauty Holdings 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 13.63, based on 776 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. Sally Beauty Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 11.97 is 12.1% 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 Sally Beauty Holdings and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sally Beauty Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 11.97, which is 28% below median its own 10-year median of 16.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sally Beauty Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sally Beauty Holdings (SBH) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.80, compared to a current price of $14.46 — trading 13% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 11.97, which is 28% below median its 10-year median of 16.70 and 12.1% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 13.63. Sally Beauty Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Sally Beauty Holdings (SBH), the current EV-to-FCF is 11.97 as of Jun. 27, 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 Sally Beauty Holdings (SBH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sally Beauty Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $14.46 is trading 13% above its estimated GF Value™ of $12.80.
GuruFocus considers Sally Beauty Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SBH:
EV-to-FCF: 11.97 (28% below median its 10-year median of 16.70)
GF Value™: $12.80 vs. price of $14.46 (13% above fair value)
Industry Position: 12.1% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#345 of 776)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SBH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sally Beauty Holdings Inc is a professional beauty-products retailer based in the United States. The company operates throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Peru, France, Ireland, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, and other geographical regions. The company operates through two business segments: Sally Beauty Supply and Beauty Systems Group. The products offered by the company include hair color and care, hair dryers and hair-styling appliances, nail care, skin care, and others.
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