Seneca FoodsSENEL 66 EV-to-FCF is 3.34 as of Jul. 03, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 4.38. GuruFocus rates SENEL with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.17. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,190 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Seneca Foods ranks better than 75.04% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Seneca Foods's Enterprise Value is $602 Mil.
Seneca Foods's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $180 Mil. Therefore, Seneca Foods's EV-to-FCF for today is 3.34.
The historical rank and industry rank for Seneca Foods's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SENEL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -490.55 Med: 4.38 Max: 491.24
Current: 8.21
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Seneca Foods was 491.24. The lowest was -490.55. And the median was 4.38.
SENEL's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 75.04% of 1190
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.405
vs SENEL: 8.21
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.
Seneca Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Seneca Foods's share price for today is $27.50.
Seneca Foods'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 $1.661.
* 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.
Seneca Foods EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Seneca Foods EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Seneca Foods'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 Packaged Foods subindustry, Seneca Foods'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.
Seneca Foods EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Seneca Foods's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Seneca Foods's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Seneca Foods's current Enterprise Value is $602 Mil.
Seneca Foods'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 $180 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.
Seneca Foods (SENEL) has a EV-to-FCF of 3.34 as of Jul. 03, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Seneca Foods and its competitors. This is 24% below median its historical median of 4.38. According to the industry distribution chart, Seneca Foods ranks #297 out of 1190 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 25%.
Is Seneca Foods' EV-to-FCF too high?
Seneca Foods' current EV-to-FCF of 3.34 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 4.38. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.41. Seneca Foods' value of 3.34 is 78.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Seneca Foods ranks #297 out of 1190 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Seneca Foods has a GF Score™ of 66/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Seneca Foods' EV-to-FCF compare to SMPL and HLF?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Seneca Foods ranks #297 out of 1190 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Seneca Foods in the top 25% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.41. Seneca Foods' value of 3.34 is 78.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.38 vs. the industry median of 15.41, Seneca Foods 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.41, based on 1,190 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. Seneca Foods's current EV-to-FCF of 3.34 is 78.3% 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 Seneca Foods and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Seneca Foods's current EV-to-FCF is 3.34, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 4.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Seneca Foods stock overvalued right now?
Seneca Foods (SENEL) has a current EV-to-FCF of 3.34. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.17, compared to a current price of $27.50 — trading 126% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 3.34, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 4.38 and 78.3% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.41. Seneca Foods' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 4 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 Seneca Foods (SENEL), the current EV-to-FCF is 3.34 as of Jul. 03, 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 Seneca Foods (SENEL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Seneca Foods stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $27.50 is trading 126% above its estimated GF Value™ of $12.17.
Key valuation signals for SENEL:
EV-to-FCF: 3.34 (24% below median its 10-year median of 4.38)
GF Value™: $12.17 vs. price of $27.50 (126% above fair value)
Industry Position: 78.3% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#297 of 1190)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SENEL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Seneca Foods Corp is a provider of packaged fruits and vegetables. The facilities are comprised of plants for packaging, can manufacturing, seed production, a farming operation and a logistical support network. The Company manages its business almost entirely on the basis of two reportable food packaging segments: Vegetable and Fruit/Snack. The Other category comprises non-food operations including revenue derived from the sale of cans, ends, seed, and outside revenue from the Company's aircraft operations, and certain corporate items. The Company's principal product offerings include canned, frozen and jarred fruits and vegetables, as well as packaged snack chips. Its brands are Aunt Nellie's, Cherry man, GREEN VALLEY, Libby's, READ, and SENECA APPLE CHIPS.
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