SGL Carbon SESGLFF -3.83%66 EV-to-FCF is 17.42 as of Jun. 26, 2026, which is 34% above its 10-year median of 13.00. GuruFocus rates SGLFF with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.05 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 920 Chemicals companies, SGL Carbon SE ranks better than 57.17% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, SGL Carbon SE's Enterprise Value is $716.3 Mil.
SGL Carbon SE's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $41.1 Mil. Therefore, SGL Carbon SE's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.42.
The historical rank and industry rank for SGL Carbon SE's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SGLFF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3220.81 Med: 13 Max: 105.18
Current: 17.42
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of SGL Carbon SE was 105.18. The lowest was -3220.81. And the median was 13.00.
SGLFF's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 57.17% of 920
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.765
vs SGLFF: 17.42
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.
SGL Carbon SE's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
SGL Carbon SE's share price for today is $5.25.
SGL Carbon SE'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 $-0.641.
* 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.
SGL Carbon SE EV-to-FCF Related Terms
SGL Carbon SE EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for SGL Carbon SE'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 Chemicals subindustry, SGL Carbon SE'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.
SGL Carbon SE EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, SGL Carbon SE's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where SGL Carbon SE's EV-to-FCF falls into.
SGL Carbon SE's current Enterprise Value is $716.3 Mil.
SGL Carbon SE'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 $41.1 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.
SGL Carbon SE (SGLFF) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.42 as of Jun. 26, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on SGL Carbon SE and its competitors. This is 34% above median its historical median of 13.00. According to the industry distribution chart, SGL Carbon SE ranks #394 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 42.8%.
Is SGL Carbon SE's EV-to-FCF too high?
SGL Carbon SE's current EV-to-FCF of 17.42 is 34% above median its 10-year median of 13.00. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.77. SGL Carbon SE's value of 17.42 is 23.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SGL Carbon SE ranks #394 out of 920 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, SGL Carbon SE has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SGL Carbon SE's EV-to-FCF compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, SGL Carbon SE ranks #394 out of 920 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts SGL Carbon SE in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.77. SGL Carbon SE's value of 17.42 is 23.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.00 vs. the industry median of 22.77, SGL Carbon SE 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 22.77, based on 920 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. SGL Carbon SE's current EV-to-FCF of 17.42 is 23.5% 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 SGL Carbon SE and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.77 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SGL Carbon SE's current EV-to-FCF is 17.42, which is 34% above median its own 10-year median of 13.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SGL Carbon SE stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SGL Carbon SE (SGLFF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.05, compared to a current price of $5.25 — trading 4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.42, which is 34% above median its 10-year median of 13.00 and 23.5% below the Chemicals industry median of 22.77. SGL Carbon SE's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 SGL Carbon SE (SGLFF), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.42 as of Jun. 26, 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 SGL Carbon SE (SGLFF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SGL Carbon SE stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $5.25 is trading 4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $5.05.
GuruFocus considers SGL Carbon SE to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SGLFF:
EV-to-FCF: 17.42 (34% above median its 10-year median of 13.00)
GF Value™: $5.05 vs. price of $5.25 (4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 23.5% below the Chemicals median (#394 of 920)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SGLFF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
SGL Carbon SE produces carbon and graphite-based products, operating through segments like Composite Solutions, Graphite Solutions, Process Technology, Carbon Fibers, and Corporate. Maximum revenue comes from the Graphite Solutions segment, offering graphite products for industrial applications and industries like semiconductors, energy, chemicals, and automotive. Process Technology specializes in constructing and repairing plants and equipment for the chemicals sector. The Carbon Fibers segment provides carbon fibers and related semi-finished products for wind energy and automotive uses. Composite Solutions delivers customized composite material components, mainly for the automotive sector. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Germany, followed by other markets.
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