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Patterson-UTI EnergySTU:PE1 +3.39%66 EV-to-FCF is 17.43 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 81% above its 10-year median of 9.62. GuruFocus rates STU:PE1 with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of €7.03 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 579 Oil & Gas companies, Patterson-UTI Energy ranks worse than 54.23% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Patterson-UTI Energy's Enterprise Value is €4,052 Mil.
Patterson-UTI Energy's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €232 Mil. Therefore, Patterson-UTI Energy's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.43.
The historical rank and industry rank for Patterson-UTI Energy's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:PE1'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -80.37 Med: 9.62 Max: 137.29
Current: 16.9
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Patterson-UTI Energy was 137.29. The lowest was -80.37. And the median was 9.62.
STU:PE1's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 54.23% of 579
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 15.75
vs STU:PE1: 16.90
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.
Patterson-UTI Energy (STU:PE1) 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.
Patterson-UTI Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Patterson-UTI Energy's share price for today is €8.598.
Patterson-UTI Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-0.267.
* 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.
Patterson-UTI Energy EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Patterson-UTI Energy EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Patterson-UTI Energy'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 Oil & Gas Drilling subindustry, Patterson-UTI Energy'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.
Patterson-UTI Energy EV-to-FCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Patterson-UTI Energy's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Patterson-UTI Energy's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Patterson-UTI Energy's current Enterprise Value is €4,052 Mil.
Patterson-UTI Energy's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €232 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.
Patterson-UTI Energy (STU:PE1) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.43 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Patterson-UTI Energy and its competitors. This is 81% above median its historical median of 9.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Patterson-UTI Energy ranks #314 out of 579 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 54.2%.
Is Patterson-UTI Energy's EV-to-FCF too high?
Patterson-UTI Energy's current EV-to-FCF of 17.43 is 81% above median its 10-year median of 9.62. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.75. Patterson-UTI Energy's value of 17.43 is 10.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Patterson-UTI Energy ranks #314 out of 579 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Patterson-UTI Energy has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Patterson-UTI Energy's EV-to-FCF compare to HP and SDRL?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Patterson-UTI Energy ranks #314 out of 579 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Patterson-UTI Energy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.75. Patterson-UTI Energy's value of 17.43 is 10.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.62 vs. the industry median of 15.75, Patterson-UTI Energy 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Oil & Gas companies is 15.75, based on 579 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. Patterson-UTI Energy's current EV-to-FCF of 17.43 is 10.7% 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 Patterson-UTI Energy and its competitors. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Patterson-UTI Energy's current EV-to-FCF is 17.43, which is 81% above median its own 10-year median of 9.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Patterson-UTI Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Patterson-UTI Energy (STU:PE1) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €7.03, compared to a current price of €8.60 — trading 22.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.43, which is 81% above median its 10-year median of 9.62 and 10.7% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 15.75. Patterson-UTI Energy's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Patterson-UTI Energy (STU:PE1), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.43 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 Patterson-UTI Energy (STU:PE1) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Patterson-UTI Energy stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €8.60 is trading 22.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €7.03.
GuruFocus considers Patterson-UTI Energy to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:PE1:
EV-to-FCF: 17.43 (81% above median its 10-year median of 9.62)
GF Value™: €7.03 vs. price of €8.60 (22.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 10.7% above the Oil & Gas median (#314 of 579)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:PE1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc is a Texas based provider of drilling and completion services to oil and natural gas exploration and production companies, offering contract drilling, integrated well completion, directional drilling services, and specialized drill bit solutions. The Company operates through three segments: Drilling Services, Completion Services, and Drilling Products. Drilling Services includes contract and directional drilling, Completion Services generates maximum revenue and includes hydraulic fracturing and related support services, and Drilling Products includes the manufacturing and distribution of drill bits. The Company operates in the United States, Canada, Colombia, and Other Countries, with the majority of revenue coming from the United States.
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