Paragon GmbH KGaA (XTER:PGN) FCF Margin %: -9.20% (As of Sep. 2025)

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XTER:PGN Paragon GmbH & Co KGaA XTER:PGN
52 GF Score
Price €1.66
GF Value €3.03
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Paragon GmbH KGaA FCF Margin %?

Paragon GmbH KGaA XTER:PGN -0.60% 52 FCF Margin % is -9.20% as of Sep. 2025. GuruFocus rates XTER:PGN with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.03 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,320 Vehicles & Parts companies, Paragon GmbH KGaA ranks worse than 60.98% on this metric.

FCF Margin % is calculated as Free Cash Flow divided by its Revenue. Paragon GmbH KGaA's Free Cash Flow for the three months ended in Sep. 2025 was €-2.7 Mil. Paragon GmbH KGaA's Revenue for the three months ended in Sep. 2025 was €29.1 Mil. Therefore, Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % for the quarter that ended in Sep. 2025 was -9.20%.

As of today, Paragon GmbH KGaA's current FCF Yield % is 6.54%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % or its related term are showing as below:

XTER:PGN' s FCF Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -52.59   Med: -6.52   Max: 8.56
Current: 0.41


During the past 13 years, the highest FCF Margin % of Paragon GmbH KGaA was 8.56%. The lowest was -52.59%. And the median was -6.52%.

XTER:PGN's FCF Margin % is ranked worse than
60.98% of 1320 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 2.275 vs XTER:PGN: 0.41


Paragon GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Related Terms


Paragon GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Paragon GmbH KGaA'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.

Paragon GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Chart

Paragon GmbH KGaA Annual Data
Trend Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
FCF Margin %
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Paragon GmbH KGaA Quarterly Data
Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25
FCF Margin % 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 2.62 14.68 -4.11 0.31 -9.20

XTER:PGN vs ORLY, AZO, GPC: FCF Margin % Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Paragon GmbH KGaA'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.


Paragon GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % falls into.


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Paragon GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Calculation

FCF margin is the ratio of Free Cash Flow divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2024 is calculated as

FCF Margin=Free Cash Flow (A: Dec. 2024 )/Revenue (A: Dec. 2024 )
=5.197/139.033
=3.74 %

Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin for the quarter that ended in Sep. 2025 is calculated as

FCF Margin=Free Cash Flow (Q: Sep. 2025 )/Revenue (Q: Sep. 2025 )
=-2.682/29.149
=-9.20 %

* 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 FCF Margin % →
What does a FCF Margin % of -9.20% mean?
Paragon GmbH KGaA (XTER:PGN) has a FCF Margin % of -9.20% as of Sep. 2025. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on Paragon GmbH KGaA and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Paragon GmbH KGaA ranks #805 out of 1320 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 61%.
Is Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % too high?
Paragon GmbH KGaA's current FCF Margin % is -9.20%. Based on the distribution chart, Paragon GmbH KGaA ranks #805 out of 1320 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Paragon GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Paragon GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Paragon GmbH KGaA ranks #805 out of 1320 companies for FCF Margin %. This places Paragon GmbH KGaA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median FCF Margin % is 2.28. 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median FCF Margin % among Vehicles & Parts companies is 2.28, based on 1,320 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. 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 Paragon GmbH KGaA and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median FCF Margin % is 2.28 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Paragon GmbH KGaA's current FCF Margin % is -9.20%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Paragon GmbH KGaA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paragon GmbH KGaA (XTER:PGN) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.03, compared to a current price of €1.66 — trading 45.4% below its estimated fair value. The current FCF Margin % is -9.20%. Paragon GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 5 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 Paragon GmbH KGaA (XTER:PGN), the current FCF Margin % is -9.20% as of Sep. 2025. 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 Paragon GmbH KGaA (XTER:PGN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paragon GmbH KGaA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.66 is trading 45.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €3.03. GuruFocus considers Paragon GmbH KGaA to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XTER:PGN:

  • FCF Margin %: -9.20%
  • GF Value™: €3.03 vs. price of €1.66 (45.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Paragon GmbH KGaA Business Description

Other Exchanges 1PGN:ItalyPGN:Germany
Address Bosendamm 11, Delbruck, DEU, 33129
Paragon GmbH & Co KGaA develops and manufactures electronic components and sensors for the automotive industry. The business activity of the firm is operated in two segments namely Electronics and Mechanics. The Electronics segment that derives the majority of revenue sells air-quality sensors, high-end acoustic systems, and display instruments. The Mechanics segment focuses on adjustable body components such as adaptively extendable spoilers. Geographically all the activity of the firm functions through Germany, however, it also holds a presence at the international level.
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