Intel (XBUL:INL) EV-to-FCF: 169.23 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — 1229% Above Median

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XBUL:INL Intel Corp XBUL:INL
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Price €92.83
GF Value €33.46
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What is Intel EV-to-FCF?

Intel XBUL:INL 56 EV-to-FCF is 169.23 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 1229% above its 10-year median of 12.73. GuruFocus rates XBUL:INL with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of €33.46 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 503 Semiconductors companies, Intel ranks worse than 84.49% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Intel's Enterprise Value is €414,909 Mil. Intel's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €2,452 Mil. Therefore, Intel's EV-to-FCF for today is 169.23.

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

XBUL:INL' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -226.65   Med: 12.73   Max: 229.84
Current: 166.62

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Intel was 229.84. The lowest was -226.65. And the median was 12.73.

XBUL:INL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
84.49% of 503 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 40.54 vs XBUL:INL: 166.62

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 (2026-07-29), Intel's stock price is €92.83. Intel's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-1.841. Therefore, Intel's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Intel  (XBUL:INL) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=92.83/-1.841
=At Loss

Intel's share price for today is €92.83.
Intel'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 €-1.841.

* 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.


Intel EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Intel EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Intel'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.

Intel EV-to-FCF Chart

Intel Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Intel Quarterly Data
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EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -12.38 -22.08 -41.53 -79.35 261.59

XBUL:INL vs TXN, ADI, QCOM: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Intel'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.


Intel EV-to-FCF vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Intel's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Intel EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=414908.711/2451.792
=169.23

Intel's current Enterprise Value is €414,909 Mil.
Intel'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 €2,452 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 169.23 mean?
Intel (XBUL:INL) has a EV-to-FCF of 169.23 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Intel and its competitors. This is 1229% above median its historical median of 12.73. According to the industry distribution chart, Intel ranks #425 out of 503 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 84.5%.
Is Intel's EV-to-FCF too high?
Intel's current EV-to-FCF of 169.23 is 1229% above median its 10-year median of 12.73. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-FCF is 40.54. Intel's value of 169.23 is 317.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Intel ranks #425 out of 503 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Intel has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Intel's EV-to-FCF compare to TXN and ADI?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Intel ranks #425 out of 503 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Intel in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 40.54. Intel's value of 169.23 is 317.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.73 vs. the industry median of 40.54, Intel 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Semiconductors companies is 40.54, based on 503 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. Intel's current EV-to-FCF of 169.23 is 317.4% 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 Intel and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 40.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Intel's current EV-to-FCF is 169.23, which is 1229% above median its own 10-year median of 12.73. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Intel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intel (XBUL:INL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €33.46, compared to a current price of €92.83 — trading 177.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 169.23, which is 1229% above median its 10-year median of 12.73 and 317.4% above the Semiconductors industry median of 40.54. Intel's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 6 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 Intel (XBUL:INL), the current EV-to-FCF is 169.23 as of Jul. 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 Intel (XBUL:INL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intel stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €92.83 is trading 177.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €33.46. GuruFocus considers Intel to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XBUL:INL:

  • EV-to-FCF: 169.23 (1229% above median its 10-year median of 12.73)
  • GF Value™: €33.46 vs. price of €92.83 (177.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 317.4% above the Semiconductors median (#425 of 503)

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


Intel Business Description

Address 2200 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara, CA, USA, 95054-1549
Intel is a leading digital chipmaker focused on designing and manufacturing microprocessors for the global personal computer and data center markets. Intel pioneered the x86 architecture for microprocessors and led the semiconductor industry down the path of Moore's law for advances in semiconductor manufacturing. Intel remains the market share leader in central processing units in both the PC and server end markets. The company is seeking to reinvigorate its chip manufacturing business, Intel Foundry, while developing leading-edge products in its Intel Products business segment.
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