Victrex (STU:1OY) EV-to-FCF: 13.27 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 50% Below Median

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STU:1OY Victrex PLC STU:1OY
71 GF Score
Price €7.85
GF Value €10.88
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Victrex EV-to-FCF?

Victrex STU:1OY +5.37% 71 EV-to-FCF is 13.27 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 50% below its 10-year median of 26.38. GuruFocus rates STU:1OY with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of €10.88 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 923 Chemicals companies, Victrex ranks better than 70.86% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Victrex's Enterprise Value is €746.4 Mil. Victrex's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €56.2 Mil. Therefore, Victrex's EV-to-FCF for today is 13.27.

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

STU:1OY' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.05   Med: 26.38   Max: 430.17
Current: 12.65

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Victrex was 430.17. The lowest was 10.05. And the median was 26.38.

STU:1OY's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
70.86% of 923 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 21.86 vs STU:1OY: 12.65

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 (2026-07-14), Victrex's stock price is €7.85. Victrex's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-0.259. Therefore, Victrex's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Victrex  (STU:1OY) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=7.85/-0.259
=At Loss

Victrex's share price for today is €7.85.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Victrex's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-0.259.

* 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.


Victrex EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Victrex EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Victrex'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.

Victrex EV-to-FCF Chart

Victrex Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 23.36 41.18 388.97 16.90 13.17

Victrex Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 0.00 16.90 0.00 13.17 0.00

STU:1OY vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Victrex'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.


Victrex EV-to-FCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Victrex's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Victrex EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=746.436/56.229
=13.27

Victrex's current Enterprise Value is €746.4 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Victrex's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €56.2 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 13.27 mean?
Victrex (STU:1OY) has a EV-to-FCF of 13.27 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Victrex and its competitors. This is 50% below median its historical median of 26.38. Over the past decade, Victrex's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.05 to 430.17. According to the industry distribution chart, Victrex ranks #269 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 29.1%.
Is Victrex's EV-to-FCF too high?
Victrex's current EV-to-FCF of 13.27 is 50% below median its 10-year median of 26.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.05 to a high of 430.17. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Victrex's value of 13.27 is 39.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Victrex ranks #269 out of 923 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Victrex has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Victrex's EV-to-FCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Victrex ranks #269 out of 923 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Victrex in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.86. Victrex's value of 13.27 is 39.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Victrex's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.05 to 430.17 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.38 vs. the industry median of 21.86, Victrex 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 21.86, based on 923 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. Victrex's current EV-to-FCF of 13.27 is 39.3% 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 Victrex and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Victrex's current EV-to-FCF is 13.27, which is 50% below median its own 10-year median of 26.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Victrex stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Victrex (STU:1OY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €10.88, compared to a current price of €7.85 — trading 27.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 13.27, which is 50% below median its 10-year median of 26.38 and 39.3% below the Chemicals industry median of 21.86. Victrex's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 10 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 Victrex (STU:1OY), the current EV-to-FCF is 13.27 as of Jul. 14, 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 Victrex (STU:1OY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Victrex stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €7.85 is trading 27.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €10.88. GuruFocus considers Victrex to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:1OY:

  • EV-to-FCF: 13.27 (50% below median its 10-year median of 26.38)
  • GF Value™: €10.88 vs. price of €7.85 (27.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 39.3% below the Chemicals median (#269 of 923)

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


Victrex Business Description

Address Victrex Technology Centre, Hillhouse International, Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire, GBR, FY5 4QD
Victrex PLC is a British specialty chemicals company whose business is based predominantly on manufacturing and creating solutions using polyetheretherketone, or PEEK, an ultra-high-performance lightweight plastic. The business has two segments. The Sustainable Solutions targets transportation, energy, electronics, and manufacturing, while the Medical Segment provides healthcare solutions for the implantable device markets. Geographically operates in the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), America, and Asia-Pacific. Its maximum sales are generated from the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
71GF Score

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