CF Industries Holding, Inc. (CF) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1280 data points (2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16)
CF Industries is a leading producer and distributor of nitrogen, which is primarily used in fertilizers. The company operates nitrogen manufacturing plants primarily in North America. CF also produ...
CF Industries Holding, Inc. (CF) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 8.71 (historical range: 3.85–79.19, median: 9.90), placing it at the 37th percentile — below its historical average, P/S ratio of 2.36 (range: 1.11–4.64, 63th percentile — above its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 6.11 (range: 2.44–33.75, 36th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16), CF Industries Holding, Inc.'s P/E ratio has contracted by 31% over the observed period (from an average of 16.3 to 11.2).
CF Industries Holding, Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 8.71 | 9.90 | 37th | below its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 2.36 | 2.23 | 63th | above its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 6.11 | 6.99 | 36th | below its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 10.44% | 13.06% | 23th | above its historical average |
CF Industries Holding, Inc. (CF) Valuation & P/E History
CF Industries Holding, Inc. (CF) is a US-listed stock operating in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Agricultural Chemicals industry currently trading at $119.64 with a market capitalization of $18.1 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for CF based on 1280 data points covering 2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 8.71 is below the historical median of 9.90, placing CF at the 37th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 2.36 compares to a median of 2.23.
CF Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows CF Industries Holding, Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether CF is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests CF is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for CF Industries Holding, Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is CF Overvalued or Undervalued?
CF Industries Holding, Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 45 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive CF is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full CF analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.CF trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.