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Benchmark ElectronicsSTU:BMU +2.03%60 EV-to-FCF is 23.41 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 194% above its 10-year median of 7.96. GuruFocus rates STU:BMU with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of €38.26 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,300 Hardware companies, Benchmark Electronics ranks worse than 51.31% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Benchmark Electronics's Enterprise Value is €2,487 Mil.
Benchmark Electronics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €106 Mil. Therefore, Benchmark Electronics's EV-to-FCF for today is 23.41.
The historical rank and industry rank for Benchmark Electronics's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:BMU'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -35.13 Med: 7.96 Max: 488.53
Current: 23.2
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Benchmark Electronics was 488.53. The lowest was -35.13. And the median was 7.96.
STU:BMU's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 51.31% of 1300
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.38
vs STU:BMU: 23.20
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.
Benchmark Electronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Benchmark Electronics's share price for today is €70.35.
Benchmark Electronics'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 €1.265.
* 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.
* 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 Electronic Components subindustry, Benchmark Electronics'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.
Benchmark Electronics EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Benchmark Electronics's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Benchmark Electronics's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Benchmark Electronics's current Enterprise Value is €2,487 Mil.
Benchmark Electronics'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 €106 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.
Benchmark Electronics (STU:BMU) has a EV-to-FCF of 23.41 as of Aug. 04, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Benchmark Electronics and its competitors. This is 194% above median its historical median of 7.96. According to the industry distribution chart, Benchmark Electronics ranks #667 out of 1300 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 51.3%.
Is Benchmark Electronics' EV-to-FCF too high?
Benchmark Electronics' current EV-to-FCF of 23.41 is 194% above median its 10-year median of 7.96. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.38. Benchmark Electronics' value of 23.41 is 4.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Benchmark Electronics ranks #667 out of 1300 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Benchmark Electronics has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Benchmark Electronics' EV-to-FCF compare to KN and ROG?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Benchmark Electronics ranks #667 out of 1300 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Benchmark Electronics in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.38. Benchmark Electronics' value of 23.41 is 4.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.96 vs. the industry median of 22.38, Benchmark Electronics 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.38, based on 1,300 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. Benchmark Electronics's current EV-to-FCF of 23.41 is 4.6% 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 Benchmark Electronics and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Benchmark Electronics's current EV-to-FCF is 23.41, which is 194% above median its own 10-year median of 7.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Benchmark Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Benchmark Electronics (STU:BMU) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €38.26, compared to a current price of €70.35 — trading 83.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 23.41, which is 194% above median its 10-year median of 7.96 and 4.6% above the Hardware industry median of 22.38. Benchmark Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 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 Benchmark Electronics (STU:BMU), the current EV-to-FCF is 23.41 as of Aug. 04, 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 Benchmark Electronics (STU:BMU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Benchmark Electronics stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €70.35 is trading 83.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €38.26.
GuruFocus considers Benchmark Electronics to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:BMU:
EV-to-FCF: 23.41 (194% above median its 10-year median of 7.96)
GF Value™: €38.26 vs. price of €70.35 (83.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 4.6% above the Hardware median (#667 of 1300)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:BMU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Benchmark Electronics Inc is engaged in product designing, engineering services, technology solutions, and manufacturing services (electronic manufacturing services (EMS) and precision technology services). It serves various industries, including aerospace & defense (A&D), medical technologies, complex industrials, semiconductor capital equipment, next-generation telecommunications, and high-end computing. Its geographical segments are the Americas, Asia, and Europe, of which key revenue is derived from the Americas.
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