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Compx InternationalCIX +0.30%73 FCF Margin % is 13.95% as of Jun. 2026, which is 17% above its 10-year median of 11.95. GuruFocus rates CIX with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $25.02 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,066 Business Services companies, Compx International ranks better than 80.49% on this metric.
The historical data trend for Compx International's FCF Margin % 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 Security & Protection Services subindustry, Compx International's FCF Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and FCF Margin % 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.
Compx International FCF Margin % vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Compx International's FCF Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Compx International's FCF Margin % falls into.
* 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.
Compx International (CIX) has a FCF Margin % of 13.95% as of Jun. 2026. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on Compx International and its competitors. This is 17% above median its historical median of 11.95. Over the past decade, Compx International's FCF Margin % has ranged from 4.53 to 15.30. According to the industry distribution chart, Compx International ranks #208 out of 1066 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 19.5%.
Is Compx International's FCF Margin % too high?
Compx International's current FCF Margin % of 13.95% is 17% above median its 10-year median of 11.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.53 to a high of 15.30. The Business Services industry median FCF Margin % is 3.34. Compx International's value of 13.95% is 318.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Compx International ranks #208 out of 1066 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Compx International has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compx International's FCF Margin % compare to NL and MG?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Compx International ranks #208 out of 1066 companies for FCF Margin %. This places Compx International in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median FCF Margin % is 3.34. Compx International's value of 13.95% is 318.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Compx International's own FCF Margin % has ranged from 4.53 to 15.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.95 vs. the industry median of 3.34, Compx International 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 FCF Margin % for a Business Services company?
The median FCF Margin % among Business Services companies is 3.34, based on 1,066 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a FCF Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, FCF Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Compx International's current FCF Margin % of 13.95% is 318.3% 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 FCF Margin % mean?
A high FCF Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on Compx International and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median FCF Margin % is 3.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Compx International's current FCF Margin % is 13.95%, which is 17% above median its own 10-year median of 11.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compx International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International (CIX) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $25.02, compared to a current price of $30.09 — trading 20.3% above its estimated fair value. The current FCF Margin % is 13.95%, which is 17% above median its 10-year median of 11.95 and 318.3% above the Business Services industry median of 3.34. Compx International's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is FCF Margin % calculated?
FCF Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Compx International (CIX), the current FCF Margin % is 13.95% as of Jun. 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 Compx International (CIX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $30.09 is trading 20.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $25.02.
GuruFocus considers Compx International to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CIX:
FCF Margin %: 13.95% (17% above median its 10-year median of 11.95)
GF Value™: $25.02 vs. price of $30.09 (20.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 318.3% above the Business Services median (#208 of 1066)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CIX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Compx International Inc is a manufacturer of security products. Its security products are used in recreational transportation, postal, office & institutional furniture, cabinetry, tool storage, healthcare, and a variety of other industries. Also, it is engaged in the manufacturing of stainless steel exhaust systems, gauges, throttle controls, and trim tabs for the recreational marine industry. The company's reportable operating segment includes Security Products and Marine Components. It generates maximum revenue from the Security Products segment, which manufactures mechanical and electrical cabinet locks and other locking mechanisms. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Canada, Mexico, and other markets.
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