Methode ElectronicsSTU:ME5A +0.75%62 EV-to-FCF is 49.74 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 206% above its 10-year median of 16.25. GuruFocus rates STU:ME5A with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of €8.44 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,328 Hardware companies, Methode Electronics ranks worse than 69.05% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Methode Electronics's Enterprise Value is €660.8 Mil.
Methode Electronics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €13.3 Mil. Therefore, Methode Electronics's EV-to-FCF for today is 49.74.
The historical rank and industry rank for Methode Electronics's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:ME5A'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -251.93 Med: 16.25 Max: 93.6
Current: 48.24
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Methode Electronics was 93.60. The lowest was -251.93. And the median was 16.25.
STU:ME5A's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 69.05% of 1328
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 23.74
vs STU:ME5A: 48.24
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.
Methode Electronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Methode Electronics's share price for today is €13.40.
Methode Electronics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-0.864.
* 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.
Methode Electronics EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Methode Electronics EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Methode Electronics'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.
STU:ME5A vs KOPN, LPTH, OPTX: EV-to-FCF Comparison
For the Electronic Components subindustry, Methode 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.
Methode Electronics EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Methode Electronics's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Methode Electronics's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Methode Electronics's current Enterprise Value is €660.8 Mil.
Methode Electronics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €13.3 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.
Methode Electronics (STU:ME5A) has a EV-to-FCF of 49.74 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Methode Electronics and its competitors. This is 206% above median its historical median of 16.25. According to the industry distribution chart, Methode Electronics ranks #917 out of 1328 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 69.1%.
Is Methode Electronics' EV-to-FCF too high?
Methode Electronics' current EV-to-FCF of 49.74 is 206% above median its 10-year median of 16.25. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.74. Methode Electronics' value of 49.74 is 109.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Methode Electronics ranks #917 out of 1328 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Methode Electronics has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Methode Electronics' EV-to-FCF compare to KOPN and LPTH?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Methode Electronics ranks #917 out of 1328 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Methode Electronics in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.74. Methode Electronics' value of 49.74 is 109.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.25 vs. the industry median of 23.74, Methode 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 23.74, based on 1,328 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. Methode Electronics's current EV-to-FCF of 49.74 is 109.5% 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 Methode Electronics and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 23.74 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Methode Electronics's current EV-to-FCF is 49.74, which is 206% above median its own 10-year median of 16.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Methode Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Methode Electronics (STU:ME5A) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €8.44, compared to a current price of €13.40 — trading 58.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 49.74, which is 206% above median its 10-year median of 16.25 and 109.5% above the Hardware industry median of 23.74. Methode Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 4 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 Methode Electronics (STU:ME5A), the current EV-to-FCF is 49.74 as of Jul. 07, 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 Methode Electronics (STU:ME5A) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Methode Electronics stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €13.40 is trading 58.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of €8.44.
GuruFocus considers Methode Electronics to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:ME5A:
EV-to-FCF: 49.74 (206% above median its 10-year median of 16.25)
GF Value™: €8.44 vs. price of €13.40 (58.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 109.5% above the Hardware median (#917 of 1328)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:ME5A stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Methode Electronics Inc supplier of custom-engineered solutions with sales, engineering, and manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. It designs, engineers, and produces mechatronic products for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) utilizing a broad range of technologies for user interface, light-emitting diode (LED) lighting systems, power distribution, and sensor applications. The firm is organized into various business segments: Automotive, Industrial, Interface, and Medical. The Automotive segment, which generates maximum revenue, supplies electronic and electro-mechanical devices and related products to automobiles, including overhead and center consoles, hidden and ergonomic switches, insert molded components, LED-based lighting, and sensors.
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