EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Vallourec's Enterprise Value is €4,790 Mil.
Vallourec's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €392 Mil. Therefore, Vallourec's EV-to-FCF for today is 12.22.
The historical rank and industry rank for Vallourec's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:VACE'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -110.87 Med: -9.36 Max: 401.52
Current: 12.22
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Vallourec was 401.52. The lowest was -110.87. And the median was -9.36.
STU:VACE's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 59.22% of 358
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 15.85
vs STU:VACE: 12.22
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.
Vallourec's share price for today is €4.12.
Vallourec'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 €0.272.
* 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.
Vallourec EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Vallourec EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Vallourec'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 Steel subindustry, Vallourec'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.
Vallourec EV-to-FCF vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Vallourec's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Vallourec's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Vallourec's current Enterprise Value is €4,790 Mil.
Vallourec'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 €392 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.
Vallourec (STU:VACE) has a EV-to-FCF of 12.22 as of Jun. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Vallourec and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Vallourec ranks #146 out of 358 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 40.8%.
Is Vallourec's EV-to-FCF too high?
Vallourec's current EV-to-FCF is 12.22. The Steel industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. Vallourec's value of 12.22 is 22.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Vallourec ranks #146 out of 358 companies in the Steel industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Vallourec has a GF Score™ of 71/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vallourec's EV-to-FCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Vallourec ranks #146 out of 358 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Vallourec in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.85. Vallourec's value of 12.22 is 22.9% below this benchmark. 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Steel companies is 15.85, based on 358 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. Vallourec's current EV-to-FCF of 12.22 is 22.9% 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 Vallourec and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vallourec's current EV-to-FCF is 12.22. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vallourec stock overvalued right now?
Vallourec (STU:VACE) has a current EV-to-FCF of 12.22. The stock's GF Value™ is €2.70, compared to a current price of €4.12 — trading 52.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 12.22 and 22.9% below the Steel industry median of 15.85. Vallourec's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 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 Vallourec (STU:VACE), the current EV-to-FCF is 12.22 as of Jun. 29, 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 Vallourec (STU:VACE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vallourec stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €4.12 is trading 52.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €2.70.
Key valuation signals for STU:VACE:
EV-to-FCF: 12.22
GF Value™: €2.70 vs. price of €4.12 (52.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 22.9% below the Steel median (#146 of 358)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:VACE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Vallourec SA is a world leader in premium tubular solutions for the energy markets and for demanding industrial applications such as oil & gas wells in harsh environments, new generation power plants, challenging architectural projects, and high-performance mechanical equipment. Its pioneering spirit and cutting-edge R&D open new technological frontiers. With close to around 13,000 dedicated and passionate employees in more than 20 countries, it works hand- in-hand with its customers to offer more than just tubes: Vallourec delivers safe, competitive, and smart tubular solutions to make every project possible.
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