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EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Imperial Metals's Enterprise Value is C$1,769.4 Mil.
Imperial Metals's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was C$75.7 Mil. Therefore, Imperial Metals's EV-to-FCF for today is 23.39.
The historical rank and industry rank for Imperial Metals's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:III'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -106.92 Med: -5.51 Max: 40.95
Current: 23.39
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Imperial Metals was 40.95. The lowest was -106.92. And the median was -5.51.
TSX:III's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 55.53% of 434
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 20.29
vs TSX:III: 23.39
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.
Imperial Metals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Imperial Metals's share price for today is C$9.31.
Imperial Metals'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 C$0.590.
* 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.
Imperial Metals EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Imperial Metals EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Imperial Metals'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 Copper subindustry, Imperial Metals'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.
Imperial Metals EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Imperial Metals's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Imperial Metals's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Imperial Metals's current Enterprise Value is C$1,769.4 Mil.
Imperial Metals'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 C$75.7 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.
Imperial Metals (TSX:III) has a EV-to-FCF of 23.39 as of Sep. 08, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Imperial Metals and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Imperial Metals ranks #241 out of 434 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 55.5%.
Is Imperial Metals' EV-to-FCF too high?
Imperial Metals' current EV-to-FCF is 23.39. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 20.29. Imperial Metals' value of 23.39 is 15.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Imperial Metals ranks #241 out of 434 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Imperial Metals has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Imperial Metals' EV-to-FCF compare to SCCO and FCX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Imperial Metals ranks #241 out of 434 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Imperial Metals in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 20.29. Imperial Metals' value of 23.39 is 15.3% above 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 20.29, based on 434 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. Imperial Metals's current EV-to-FCF of 23.39 is 15.3% 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 Imperial Metals and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 20.29 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Imperial Metals's current EV-to-FCF is 23.39. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Imperial Metals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imperial Metals (TSX:III) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$4.44, compared to a current price of C$9.31 — trading 109.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 23.39 and 15.3% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 20.29. Imperial Metals' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 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 Imperial Metals (TSX:III), the current EV-to-FCF is 23.39 as of Sep. 08, 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 Imperial Metals (TSX:III) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imperial Metals stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$9.31 is trading 109.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$4.44.
GuruFocus considers Imperial Metals to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:III:
EV-to-FCF: 23.39
GF Value™: C$4.44 vs. price of C$9.31 (109.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 15.3% above the Metals & Mining median (#241 of 434)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:III stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Imperial Metals Corp is a mining company mainly engaged in the exploration, development, and production of base and precious metals from Canadian mineral properties. The Company has four reportable segments, Red Chris, including related exploration and development activities, Mount Polley, including related exploration and development activities, Huckleberry, including related exploration and development activities, and Corporate, including Sterling and all other properties and related exploration and development activities. The maximum of the company's revenue is generated from the Mount Polley segment. Geographically, it derives maximum revenue from its customers in Switzerland, followed by China, USA, Singapore, etc.
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