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Penske Automotive GroupSTU:UA9 +0.53%84 EV-to-FCF is 40.30 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 71% above its 10-year median of 23.58. GuruFocus rates STU:UA9 with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of €147.69 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 843 Vehicles & Parts companies, Penske Automotive Group ranks worse than 74.85% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Penske Automotive Group's Enterprise Value is €20,495 Mil.
Penske Automotive Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €509 Mil. Therefore, Penske Automotive Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 40.30.
The historical rank and industry rank for Penske Automotive Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:UA9'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.17 Med: 23.58 Max: 68.01
Current: 39.66
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Penske Automotive Group was 68.01. The lowest was 9.17. And the median was 23.58.
STU:UA9's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 74.85% of 843
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 17.15
vs STU:UA9: 39.66
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.
Penske Automotive Group (STU:UA9) 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.
Penske Automotive Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Penske Automotive Group's share price for today is €189.00.
Penske Automotive Group'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 €11.685.
* 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 Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, Penske Automotive 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.
Penske Automotive Group EV-to-FCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Penske Automotive Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Penske Automotive Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Penske Automotive Group's current Enterprise Value is €20,495 Mil.
Penske Automotive Group'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 €509 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.
Penske Automotive Group (STU:UA9) has a EV-to-FCF of 40.30 as of Aug. 05, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Penske Automotive Group and its competitors. This is 71% above median its historical median of 23.58. Over the past decade, Penske Automotive Group's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 9.17 to 68.01. According to the industry distribution chart, Penske Automotive Group ranks #631 out of 843 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 74.9%.
Is Penske Automotive Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Penske Automotive Group's current EV-to-FCF of 40.30 is 71% above median its 10-year median of 23.58. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.17 to a high of 68.01. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.15. Penske Automotive Group's value of 40.30 is 135% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Penske Automotive Group ranks #631 out of 843 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Penske Automotive Group has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Penske Automotive Group's EV-to-FCF compare to KMX and ALTB?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Penske Automotive Group ranks #631 out of 843 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Penske Automotive Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.15. Penske Automotive Group's value of 40.30 is 135% above this benchmark. Historically, Penske Automotive Group's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 9.17 to 68.01 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.58 vs. the industry median of 17.15, Penske Automotive 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 a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 17.15, based on 843 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. Penske Automotive Group's current EV-to-FCF of 40.30 is 135% 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 Penske Automotive Group and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.15 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Penske Automotive Group's current EV-to-FCF is 40.30, which is 71% above median its own 10-year median of 23.58. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Penske Automotive Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Penske Automotive Group (STU:UA9) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €147.69, compared to a current price of €189.00 — trading 28% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 40.30, which is 71% above median its 10-year median of 23.58 and 135% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 17.15. Penske Automotive Group's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 9 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 Penske Automotive Group (STU:UA9), the current EV-to-FCF is 40.30 as of Aug. 05, 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 Penske Automotive Group (STU:UA9) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Penske Automotive Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €189.00 is trading 28% above its estimated GF Value™ of €147.69.
GuruFocus considers Penske Automotive Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:UA9:
EV-to-FCF: 40.30 (71% above median its 10-year median of 23.58)
GF Value™: €147.69 vs. price of €189.00 (28% above fair value)
Industry Position: 135% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#631 of 843)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:UA9 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Penske Automotive Group operates in 19 US states and overseas. It has about 150 US and Puerto Rico light-vehicle stores as well as 217 franchised dealerships overseas, primarily in the United Kingdom but also in Australia, Germany, Italy, and Japan. The company is the third-largest US publicly traded dealership in terms of light-vehicle revenue and sells more than 40 brands, with over 90% of retail automotive revenue coming from luxury and import names. Other segments are service and finance and insurance. The firm's Premier Truck Group owns 45 truck dealerships selling mostly Freightliner and Western Star brands, and Penske owns 15 used-vehicle stores, mostly in the US and UK under the CarShop (US) and Sytner Select (UK) brands. Penske is based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
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