XSWX:LISNE's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 93.44% of 1189
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.4
vs XSWX:LISNE: 123.02
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.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG (XSWX:LISNE) 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.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's share price for today is CHF96900.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF3136.800.
* 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.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG EV-to-FCF Chart
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG Annual Data
For the Confectioners subindustry, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG'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.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF23,257 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF190 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.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG (XSWX:LISNE) has a EV-to-FCF of 122.47 as of Jul. 02, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG and its competitors. This is 156% above median its historical median of 47.83. Over the past decade, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 27.04 to 162.70. According to the industry distribution chart, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG ranks #1111 out of 1189 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 93.4%.
Is Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's EV-to-FCF too high?
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's current EV-to-FCF of 122.47 is 156% above median its 10-year median of 47.83. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 27.04 to a high of 162.70. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.40. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's value of 122.47 is 695.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG ranks #1111 out of 1189 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG has a GF Score™ of 25/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's EV-to-FCF compare to MDLZ and HSY?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG ranks #1111 out of 1189 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.40. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's value of 122.47 is 695.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 27.04 to 162.70 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 47.83 vs. the industry median of 15.40, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG 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 15.40, based on 1,189 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. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's current EV-to-FCF of 122.47 is 695.3% 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 Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's current EV-to-FCF is 122.47, which is 156% above median its own 10-year median of 47.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG (XSWX:LISNE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF126,794.25, compared to a current price of CHF96,900.00 — trading 23.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 122.47, which is 156% above median its 10-year median of 47.83 and 695.3% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.40. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG's overall GF Score™ is 25/100 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 Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG (XSWX:LISNE), the current EV-to-FCF is 122.47 as of Jul. 02, 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 Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG (XSWX:LISNE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF96,900.00 is trading 23.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF126,794.25.
GuruFocus considers Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:LISNE:
EV-to-FCF: 122.47 (156% above median its 10-year median of 47.83)
GF Value™: CHF126,794.25 vs. price of CHF96,900.00 (23.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 695.3% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1111 of 1189)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:LISNE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG Business Description
Swiss-based Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli is a manufacturer of premium chocolate. Key brands include Lindt, Lindor, Ghirardelli, Russell Stover, Whitman's, and Caffarel. The company bought US-based Russell Stover, its largest-ever acquisition, in 2014. It derives the bulk of its sales from Europe (47% of its consolidated base) but also competes in North America (40%) and the rest of the world (13%). The company operates 11 manufacturing plants in Europe and the United States. Its distribution network includes more than 620 own stores.
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