Danone (XBUL:BSN) EV-to-FCF: 21.51 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — Near Median

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XBUL:BSN Danone SA XBUL:BSN
83 GF Score
Price лв61.48
GF Value лв60.13
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What is Danone EV-to-FCF?

Danone XBUL:BSN 83 EV-to-FCF is 21.51 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 1% below its 10-year median of 21.76. GuruFocus rates XBUL:BSN with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of лв60.13. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,192 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Danone ranks worse than 61.41% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Danone's Enterprise Value is лв104,166 Mil. Danone's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was лв4,844 Mil. Therefore, Danone's EV-to-FCF for today is 21.51.

The historical rank and industry rank for Danone's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

XBUL:BSN' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.9   Med: 21.76   Max: 34.99
Current: 21.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Danone was 34.99. The lowest was 16.90. And the median was 21.76.

XBUL:BSN's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
61.41% of 1192 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 16.01 vs XBUL:BSN: 21.39

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.

As of today (2026-08-04), Danone's stock price is лв61.48. Danone's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was лв5.994. Therefore, Danone's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.26.


Danone  (XBUL:BSN) 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.

Danone's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=61.48/5.994
=10.26

Danone's share price for today is лв61.48.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Danone's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was лв5.994.

* 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.


Danone EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Danone EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Danone'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.

Danone EV-to-FCF Chart

Danone Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Danone Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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XBUL:BSN vs KHC, GIS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Danone'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.


Danone EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Danone's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Danone's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Danone EV-to-FCF Calculation

Danone's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=104165.766/4843.588
=21.51

Danone's current Enterprise Value is лв104,166 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Danone's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was лв4,844 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 21.51 mean?
Danone (XBUL:BSN) has a EV-to-FCF of 21.51 as of Aug. 04, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Danone and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 21.76. Over the past decade, Danone's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 16.90 to 34.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Danone ranks #732 out of 1192 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 61.4%.
Is Danone's EV-to-FCF too high?
Danone's current EV-to-FCF of 21.51 is near median its 10-year median of 21.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.90 to a high of 34.99. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.01. Danone's value of 21.51 is 34.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Danone ranks #732 out of 1192 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Danone has a GF Score™ of 83/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Danone's EV-to-FCF compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Danone ranks #732 out of 1192 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Danone in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.01. Danone's value of 21.51 is 34.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Danone's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 16.90 to 34.99 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.76 vs. the industry median of 16.01, Danone 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 16.01, based on 1,192 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. Danone's current EV-to-FCF of 21.51 is 34.4% 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 Danone and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Danone's current EV-to-FCF is 21.51, which is near median its own 10-year median of 21.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Danone stock overvalued right now?
Danone (XBUL:BSN) has a current EV-to-FCF of 21.51. The stock's GF Value™ is лв60.13, compared to a current price of лв61.48 — trading 2.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 21.51, which is near median its 10-year median of 21.76 and 34.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 16.01. Danone's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 2 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 Danone (XBUL:BSN), the current EV-to-FCF is 21.51 as of Aug. 04, 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 Danone (XBUL:BSN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Danone stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of лв61.48 is trading 2.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of лв60.13.

Key valuation signals for XBUL:BSN:

  • EV-to-FCF: 21.51 (near median its 10-year median of 21.76)
  • GF Value™: лв60.13 vs. price of лв61.48 (2.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 34.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#732 of 1192)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XBUL:BSN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Danone Business Description

Address 59-61 rue La Fayette, Paris, FRA, 75009
Danone is a global food and beverage industry leader with more than EUR 27 billion annual revenue. Its operations are organized into three broad segments: essential dairy and plant-based products, representing just over half of group revenue; specialized nutrition; and bottled water. The firm's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Danone/Dannon dairy products, Alpro plant-based dairy, Aptamil infant milk formula, Evian and Volvic bottled water, and leading medical nutrition brands.
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