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Silgan HoldingsSLGN -0.07%81 EV-to-FCF is 25.77 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 24.90. GuruFocus rates SLGN with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $51.56 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 241 Packaging & Containers companies, Silgan Holdings ranks worse than 62.24% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Silgan Holdings's Enterprise Value is $8,832 Mil.
Silgan Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $343 Mil. Therefore, Silgan Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.77.
The historical rank and industry rank for Silgan Holdings's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SLGN'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 14.36 Med: 24.9 Max: 205.99
Current: 25.77
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Silgan Holdings was 205.99. The lowest was 14.36. And the median was 24.90.
SLGN's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 62.24% of 241
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 18.36
vs SLGN: 25.77
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.
Silgan Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Silgan Holdings's share price for today is $41.16.
Silgan Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.550.
* 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.
Silgan Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Silgan Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Silgan Holdings'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 Packaging & Containers subindustry, Silgan 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.
Silgan Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Silgan Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Silgan Holdings's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Silgan Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $8,832 Mil.
Silgan Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $343 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.
Silgan Holdings (SLGN) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.77 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Silgan Holdings and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 24.90. Over the past decade, Silgan Holdings' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 14.36 to 205.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Silgan Holdings ranks #150 out of 241 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 62.2%.
Is Silgan Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Silgan Holdings' current EV-to-FCF of 25.77 is near median its 10-year median of 24.90. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 14.36 to a high of 205.99. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.36. Silgan Holdings' value of 25.77 is 40.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Silgan Holdings ranks #150 out of 241 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Silgan Holdings has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Silgan Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to REYN and SON?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Silgan Holdings ranks #150 out of 241 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Silgan Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.36. Silgan Holdings' value of 25.77 is 40.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Silgan Holdings' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 14.36 to 205.99 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 24.90 vs. the industry median of 18.36, Silgan Holdings 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 18.36, based on 241 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. Silgan Holdings's current EV-to-FCF of 25.77 is 40.4% 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 Silgan Holdings and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Silgan Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is 25.77, which is near median its own 10-year median of 24.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Silgan Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Silgan Holdings (SLGN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $51.56, compared to a current price of $41.16 — trading 20.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.77, which is near median its 10-year median of 24.90 and 40.4% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 18.36. Silgan Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 2 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 Silgan Holdings (SLGN), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.77 as of Aug. 20, 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 Silgan Holdings (SLGN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Silgan Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $41.16 is trading 20.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $51.56.
GuruFocus considers Silgan Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for SLGN:
EV-to-FCF: 25.77 (near median its 10-year median of 24.90)
GF Value™: $51.56 vs. price of $41.16 (20.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 40.4% above the Packaging & Containers median (#150 of 241)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SLGN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Silgan Holdings Inc is a manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions for the world's essential consumer goods products. Its products include: dispensing and specialty closures for fragrance and beauty, food, beverage, personal and health care, home care and lawn and garden products; steel and aluminum containers for pet and human food and general line products; and custom designed plastic containers for pet and human food, consumer health and pharmaceutical, personal care, home care, lawn and garden and automotive products.
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