(EL) EssilorLuxottica S. A. - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: PA • Country: France • Currency: EUR • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: FR0000121667

Lenses, Frames, Sunglasses, ContactLenses, OpticalEquipment

Description: EL EssilorLuxottica S. A.

EssilorLuxottica S.A. is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses, operating across multiple regions including North America, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific. The companys diverse portfolio of brands includes Essilor, Varilux, Crizal, Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Persol, among others, catering to various segments within the eyecare and eyewear industry.

With a strong presence in the global eyecare market, EssilorLuxottica S.A. not only offers a wide range of products but also provides advanced diagnostic and treatment solutions, including multimodal imaging platforms like SPECTRALIS and ANTERION, as well as high-tech equipment for optical surfacing and finishing under the Satisloh brand. The companys comprehensive offerings extend to vision assessment, eye pathology diagnosis, and treatment, making it a one-stop solution for eyecare professionals and consumers alike.

From a financial perspective, EssilorLuxottica S.A. has a market capitalization of approximately €107.6 billion, with a forward P/E ratio of 30.03, indicating a relatively high valuation. However, the companys return on equity (RoE) stands at 11.96%, suggesting a decent level of profitability. To further analyze the companys performance, key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue growth, gross margin, and operating margin can be examined. For instance, EssilorLuxotticas revenue growth has been driven by its strategic acquisitions and expanding presence in emerging markets. The companys gross margin has also been stable, reflecting its ability to maintain pricing power and manage costs effectively.

In terms of operational efficiency, EssilorLuxotticas ability to integrate its various brands and product lines can be a key driver of success. The companys strong distribution network and retail presence, both online and offline, enable it to reach a wide customer base. Additionally, EssilorLuxotticas commitment to innovation, as evident from its advanced diagnostic and treatment solutions, can help drive growth and profitability in the long term. Key metrics to monitor include the companys sales growth, market share, and return on invested capital (ROIC).

EL Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 144,236m
Sub-Industry Health Care Equipment
IPO / Inception

EL Stock Ratings

Growth Rating 85.7%
Fundamental 70.6%
Dividend Rating 63.6%
Return 12m vs S&P 500 12.7%
Analyst Rating -

EL Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.53%
Yield on Cost 5y 3.97%
Annual Growth 5y 27.99%
Payout Consistency 98.0%
Payout Ratio 76.7%

EL Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 85.9%
Growth Correlation 12m 62.6%
Growth Correlation 5y 92%
CAGR 5y 24.12%
CAGR/Max DD 3y 1.13
CAGR/Mean DD 3y 6.14
Sharpe Ratio 12m 1.50
Alpha 0.00
Beta 0.938
Volatility 18.90%
Current Volume 354.5k
Average Volume 20d 346.5k
Stop Loss 262 (-3%)
Signal -1.06

Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 6.0

Net Income (4.67b TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 3.18b TTM)
FCFTA 0.11 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA 4.46pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp)
NWC/Revenue -0.68% (prev -1.91%; Δ 1.23pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp)
CFO/TA 0.16 (>3.0%) and CFO 9.73b > Net Income 4.67b (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%)
Net Debt (11.26b) to EBITDA (13.11b) ratio: 0.86 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5)
Current Ratio 0.97 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active)
Outstanding Shares last Quarter (462.0m) change vs 12m ago 2.85% (target <= -2.0% for YES)
Gross Margin 62.67% (prev 63.78%; Δ -1.11pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0)
Asset Turnover 86.90% (prev 72.18%; Δ 14.72pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0)
Interest Coverage Ratio 16.62 (EBITDA TTM 13.11b / Interest Expense TTM 420.0m) >= 6 (WARN >= 3)

Altman Z'' 2.15

(A) -0.01 = (Total Current Assets 11.03b - Total Current Liabilities 11.39b) / Total Assets 61.93b
(B) 0.25 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 15.53b / Total Assets 61.93b
(C) 0.11 = EBIT TTM 6.98b / Avg Total Assets 61.08b
(D) 0.57 = Book Value of Equity 13.52b / Total Liabilities 23.52b
Total Rating: 2.15 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D)

ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 70.60

1. Piotroski 6.0pt = 1.0
2. FCF Yield 5.03% = 2.51
3. FCF Margin 12.63% = 3.16
4. Debt/Equity 0.30 = 2.45
5. Debt/Ebitda 0.88 = 1.93
6. ROIC - WACC (= 2.26)% = 2.83
7. RoE 12.02% = 1.00
8. Rev. Trend 64.89% = 4.87
9. EPS Trend 16.81% = 0.84

What is the price of EL shares?

As of September 18, 2025, the stock is trading at EUR 270.20 with a total of 354,544 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +1.92%, over one month by +0.90%, over three months by +12.35% and over the past year by +33.59%.

Is EssilorLuxottica S. A. a good stock to buy?

Partly, yes. Based on ValueRay´s Fundamental Analyses, EssilorLuxottica S. A. (PA:EL) is currently (September 2025) ok to buy, but has to be watched. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 70.60 and therefor a somewhat positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of EL is around 300.12 EUR . This means that EL is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +11.07% (Margin of Safety).

Is EL a buy, sell or hold?

EssilorLuxottica S. A. has no consensus analysts rating.

What are the forecasts/targets for the EL price?

Issuer Target Up/Down from current
Wallstreet Target Price 268.1 -0.8%
Analysts Target Price - -
ValueRay Target Price 335.4 24.1%

EL Fundamental Data Overview

Market Cap USD = 144.24b (122.07b EUR * 1.1816 EUR.USD)
Market Cap EUR = 122.07b (122.07b EUR * 1.0 EUR.EUR)
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 246.0m EUR (last quarter)
P/E Trailing = 51.3981
P/E Forward = 32.6797
P/S = 4.4809
P/B = 3.2504
P/EG = 2.709
Beta = 0.748
Revenue TTM = 53.08b EUR
EBIT TTM = 6.98b EUR
EBITDA TTM = 13.11b EUR
Long Term Debt = 6.81b EUR (from longTermDebt, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 4.68b EUR (from shortTermDebt, last quarter)
Debt = 11.48b EUR (Calculated: Short Term 4.68b + Long Term 6.81b)
Net Debt = 11.26b EUR (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 133.31b EUR (122.07b + Debt 11.48b - CCE 246.0m)
Interest Coverage Ratio = 16.62 (Ebit TTM 6.98b / Interest Expense TTM 420.0m)
FCF Yield = 5.03% (FCF TTM 6.70b / Enterprise Value 133.31b)
FCF Margin = 12.63% (FCF TTM 6.70b / Revenue TTM 53.08b)
Net Margin = 8.80% (Net Income TTM 4.67b / Revenue TTM 53.08b)
Gross Margin = 62.67% ((Revenue TTM 53.08b - Cost of Revenue TTM 19.81b) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 9.86 (Enterprise Value 133.31b / Book Value Of Equity 13.52b)
Interest Expense / Debt = 1.28% (Interest Expense 147.0m / Debt 11.48b)
Taxrate = 24.31% (800.0m / 3.29b)
NOPAT = 5.28b (EBIT 6.98b * (1 - 24.31%))
Current Ratio = 0.97 (Total Current Assets 11.03b / Total Current Liabilities 11.39b)
Debt / Equity = 0.30 (Debt 11.48b / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 37.82b)
Debt / EBITDA = 0.88 (Net Debt 11.26b / EBITDA 13.11b)
Debt / FCF = 1.71 (Debt 11.48b / FCF TTM 6.70b)
Total Stockholder Equity = 38.87b (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = 7.55% (Net Income 4.67b, Total Assets 61.93b )
RoE = 12.02% (Net Income TTM 4.67b / Total Stockholder Equity 38.87b)
RoCE = 15.28% (Ebit 6.98b / (Equity 38.87b + L.T.Debt 6.81b))
RoIC = 11.00% (NOPAT 5.28b / Invested Capital 48.01b)
WACC = 8.74% (E(122.07b)/V(133.55b) * Re(9.47%)) + (D(11.48b)/V(133.55b) * Rd(1.28%) * (1-Tc(0.24)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: 75.99 | Cagr: 0.38%
Discount Rate = 9.47% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.)
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 76.95% ; FCFE base≈5.56b ; Y1≈6.85b ; Y5≈11.69b
Fair Price DCF = 333.7 (DCF Value 153.88b / Shares Outstanding 461.2m; 5y FCF grow 25.0% → 3.0% )
EPS Correlation: 16.81 | EPS CAGR: 245.6% | SUE: -2.01 | # QB: 0
Revenue Correlation: 64.89 | Revenue CAGR: 73.75% | SUE: N/A | # QB: None

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