Spirax Group (STU:1LNB) EV-to-FCF: 27.48 (As of Aug. 10, 2026) — 29% Below Median

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STU:1LNB Spirax Group PLC STU:1LNB
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Price €87.00
GF Value €94.07
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Spirax Group EV-to-FCF?

Spirax Group STU:1LNB +1.16% 90 EV-to-FCF is 27.48 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 38.70. GuruFocus rates STU:1LNB with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of €94.07 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,717 Industrial Products companies, Spirax Group ranks worse than 53.64% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Spirax Group's Enterprise Value is €7,227 Mil. Spirax Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €263 Mil. Therefore, Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 27.48.

The historical rank and industry rank for Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

STU:1LNB' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 22.34   Med: 38.7   Max: 79.86
Current: 27.12

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Spirax Group was 79.86. The lowest was 22.34. And the median was 38.70.

STU:1LNB's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
53.64% of 1717 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 24.24 vs STU:1LNB: 27.12

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.

As of today (2026-08-10), Spirax Group's stock price is €87.00. Spirax Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €2.557. Therefore, Spirax Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 34.02.


Spirax Group  (STU:1LNB) EV-to-FCF Explanation

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.

Spirax Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=87.00/2.557
=34.02

Spirax Group's share price for today is €87.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spirax Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €2.557.

* 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.


Spirax Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Spirax Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Spirax Group'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.

Spirax Group EV-to-FCF Chart

Spirax Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 57.48 69.47 43.99 26.11 24.91

Spirax Group Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 43.99 0.00 26.11 0.00 24.91

STU:1LNB vs GEV, ETN, PH: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Spirax Group'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.


Spirax Group EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Spirax Group EV-to-FCF Calculation

Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=7226.781/262.939
=27.48

Spirax Group's current Enterprise Value is €7,227 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spirax Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €263 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 27.48 mean?
Spirax Group (STU:1LNB) has a EV-to-FCF of 27.48 as of Aug. 10, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Spirax Group and its competitors. This is 29% below median its historical median of 38.70. Over the past decade, Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 22.34 to 79.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Spirax Group ranks #921 out of 1717 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 53.6%.
Is Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Spirax Group's current EV-to-FCF of 27.48 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 38.70. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 22.34 to a high of 79.86. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.24. Spirax Group's value of 27.48 is 13.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Spirax Group ranks #921 out of 1717 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Spirax Group has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Spirax Group's EV-to-FCF compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Spirax Group ranks #921 out of 1717 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Spirax Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.24. Spirax Group's value of 27.48 is 13.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Spirax Group's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 22.34 to 79.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 38.70 vs. the industry median of 24.24, Spirax Group 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 24.24, based on 1,717 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. Spirax Group's current EV-to-FCF of 27.48 is 13.4% 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 Spirax Group and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 24.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Spirax Group's current EV-to-FCF is 27.48, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 38.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Spirax Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spirax Group (STU:1LNB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €94.07, compared to a current price of €87.00 — trading 7.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 27.48, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 38.70 and 13.4% above the Industrial Products industry median of 24.24. Spirax Group's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 8 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 Spirax Group (STU:1LNB), the current EV-to-FCF is 27.48 as of Aug. 10, 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 Spirax Group (STU:1LNB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spirax Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €87.00 is trading 7.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €94.07. GuruFocus considers Spirax Group to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:1LNB:

  • EV-to-FCF: 27.48 (29% below median its 10-year median of 38.70)
  • GF Value™: €94.07 vs. price of €87.00 (7.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 13.4% above the Industrial Products median (#921 of 1717)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:1LNB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Spirax Group Business Description

Address Cirencester Road, Charlton House, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GBR, GL53 8ER
Spirax is a global manufacturer of a wide range of applications for industrial and commercial steam systems, electric thermal solutions, and peristaltic pumps used across multiple industries. The group operates across three segments and has over 110,000 direct customers across 130 countries. Approximately 85% of group sales are generated from recurring maintenance and small improvements to existing customer systems. Spirax has 1,700 product lines and 2,100 sales and service engineers, who account for 25% of employees.
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