Sotera Health CoSHC +0.03%74 EV-to-FCF is 72.47 as of Jul. 01, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 56.21. GuruFocus rates SHC with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.32 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 97 Medical Diagnostics & Research companies, Sotera Health Co ranks worse than 83.51% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sotera Health Co's Enterprise Value is $7,018 Mil.
Sotera Health Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $97 Mil. Therefore, Sotera Health Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 72.47.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sotera Health Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SHC'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -21.81 Med: 56.21 Max: 212.95
Current: 72.47
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sotera Health Co was 212.95. The lowest was -21.81. And the median was 56.21.
SHC's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 83.51% of 97
companies
in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry
Industry Median: 22.51
vs SHC: 72.47
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.
Sotera Health Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Sotera Health Co's share price for today is $17.75.
Sotera Health 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 $0.410.
* 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.
Sotera Health Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Sotera Health Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sotera Health 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.
For the Diagnostics & Research subindustry, Sotera Health 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.
Sotera Health Co EV-to-FCF vs Medical Diagnostics & Research Industry
For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry and Healthcare sector, Sotera Health Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sotera Health Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Sotera Health Co's current Enterprise Value is $7,018 Mil.
Sotera Health 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 $97 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.
Sotera Health Co (SHC) has a EV-to-FCF of 72.47 as of Jul. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sotera Health Co and its competitors. This is 29% above median its historical median of 56.21. According to the industry distribution chart, Sotera Health Co ranks #81 out of 97 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, placing it in the top 83.5%.
Is Sotera Health Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Sotera Health Co's current EV-to-FCF of 72.47 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 56.21. The Medical Diagnostics & Research industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.51. Sotera Health Co's value of 72.47 is 221.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sotera Health Co ranks #81 out of 97 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Sotera Health Co has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sotera Health Co's EV-to-FCF compare to VCYT and RDNT?
According to the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry distribution chart, Sotera Health Co ranks #81 out of 97 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Sotera Health Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.51. Sotera Health Co's value of 72.47 is 221.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 56.21 vs. the industry median of 22.51, Sotera Health Co has consistently been above 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 Medical Diagnostics & Research company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Medical Diagnostics & Research companies is 22.51, based on 97 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. Sotera Health Co's current EV-to-FCF of 72.47 is 221.9% above 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 Sotera Health Co and its competitors. For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sotera Health Co's current EV-to-FCF is 72.47, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 56.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sotera Health Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sotera Health Co (SHC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.32, compared to a current price of $17.75 — trading 8.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 72.47, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 56.21 and 221.9% above the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry median of 22.51. Sotera Health Co's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 5 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 Sotera Health Co (SHC), the current EV-to-FCF is 72.47 as of Jul. 01, 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 Sotera Health Co (SHC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sotera Health Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $17.75 is trading 8.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $16.32.
GuruFocus considers Sotera Health Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SHC:
EV-to-FCF: 72.47 (29% above median its 10-year median of 56.21)
GF Value™: $16.32 vs. price of $17.75 (8.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 221.9% above the Medical Diagnostics & Research median (#81 of 97)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SHC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sotera Health Co provides sterilization, analytical lab testing, and advisory services to help ensure that medical, pharmaceutical, and food products are safe for healthcare practitioners, patients, and consumers. The company operates in three reportable segments: Sterigenics, Nordion, and Nelson Labs. The Sterigenics segment, which generates maximum revenue, provides outsourced terminal sterilization and irradiation services for medical devices, pharmaceuticals, food safety, and other application markets using three core technologies: gamma irradiation, EO processing, and E-beam irradiation. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Canada, Europe, and other regions.
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