Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio 12.8x · EV/EBITDA 5.1x · ROE 13.6%. (1998–2025 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $2.5B | $2.6B | $2.5B | $3.6B | $3.7B | $3.2B | $3.5B | $2.4B | $1.8B | $4.0B | $2.8B |
| Enterprise Value | $2.3B | $2.4B | $2.3B | $3.5B | $3.7B | $3.2B | $3.5B | $2.5B | $1.7B | $3.7B | $2.3B |
| P/E Ratio → | 12.78 | 13.06 | 9.03 | 7.33 | 30.08 | 77.18 | — | 34.92 | 10.92 | 22.88 | 37.90 |
| P/S Ratio | 0.66 | 0.70 | 0.64 | 0.90 | 0.99 | 1.14 | 1.37 | 0.83 | 0.60 | 1.28 | 0.90 |
| P/B Ratio | 1.56 | 1.59 | 1.89 | 3.17 | 4.82 | 5.12 | 6.87 | 4.10 | 3.08 | 5.30 | 3.93 |
| P/FCF | 8.97 | 9.48 | 8.54 | 25.07 | 43.36 | — | 54.72 | 59.56 | 23.25 | 34.15 | 63.20 |
| P/OCF | 6.06 | 6.40 | 5.80 | 13.33 | 22.33 | 54.42 | 20.85 | 13.34 | 8.78 | 18.57 | 23.70 |
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Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 0.64 | 0.59 | 0.88 | 0.98 | 1.15 | 1.39 | 0.86 | 0.58 | 1.18 | 0.74 |
| EV / EBITDA | 5.13 | 5.45 | 9.99 | 9.11 | 12.45 | 16.42 | 22.62 | 12.33 | 6.56 | 14.19 | 10.92 |
| EV / EBIT | 6.83 | 7.00 | 7.28 | 13.32 | 19.71 | 35.19 | — | 20.21 | 7.53 | 15.23 | 12.97 |
| EV / FCF | — | 8.64 | 7.86 | 24.57 | 42.86 | — | 55.14 | 61.63 | 22.50 | 31.50 | 52.18 |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 14.1% | 14.1% | 13.7% | 17.6% | 15.2% | 16.3% | 17.5% | 21.3% | 13.8% | 15.6% | 14.4% |
| Operating Margin | 8.8% | 8.8% | 3.4% | 7.1% | 5.0% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 3.6% | 5.8% | 5.6% | 4.1% |
| Net Profit Margin | 5.3% | 5.3% | 7.1% | 12.3% | 3.3% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 2.4% | 5.5% | 5.6% | 2.4% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 13.6% | 13.6% | 22.5% | 51.2% | 17.8% | 7.3% | -10.1% | 11.9% | 24.4% | 23.7% | 7.8% |
| ROA | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | 18.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% | -2.5% | 3.3% | 7.6% | 7.5% | 2.1% |
| ROIC | 19.5% | 19.5% | 9.2% | 23.5% | 20.2% | 10.9% | 6.4% | 13.1% | 26.7% | 38.8% | 43.1% |
| ROCE | 15.2% | 15.2% | 7.1% | 17.4% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 3.6% | 7.6% | 12.4% | 11.8% | 7.8% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 0.33 | 0.33 | 0.33 | 0.40 | 0.62 | 0.81 | 1.03 | 0.93 | 0.70 | 0.52 | 0.53 |
| Debt / EBITDA | 1.23 | 1.23 | 1.87 | 1.16 | 1.61 | 2.55 | 3.38 | 2.70 | 1.53 | 1.50 | 1.78 |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | -0.14 | -0.15 | -0.06 | -0.06 | 0.07 | 0.05 | 0.14 | -0.10 | -0.41 | -0.69 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | -0.53 | -0.53 | -0.86 | -0.18 | -0.15 | 0.24 | 0.17 | 0.41 | -0.22 | -1.19 | -2.31 |
| Debt / FCF | — | -0.83 | -0.68 | -0.49 | -0.50 | — | 0.42 | 2.07 | -0.75 | -2.65 | -11.02 |
| Interest Coverage | 85.50 | 85.50 | 20.87 | 15.41 | 13.36 | 9.10 | -0.19 | 9.62 | 16.43 | 11.62 | 10.06 |
Net cash position: cash ($771M) exceeds total debt ($540M)
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.80 | 1.80 | 1.74 | 1.74 | 1.65 | 1.67 | 1.63 | 1.69 | 1.80 | 2.00 | 1.87 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.53 | 1.53 | 1.43 | 1.42 | 1.32 | 1.36 | 1.41 | 1.47 | 1.54 | 1.77 | 1.71 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.78 | 0.78 | 0.68 | 0.55 | 0.50 | 0.53 | 0.61 | 0.59 | 0.64 | 0.88 | 0.96 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 1.11 | 1.35 | 1.45 | 1.53 | 1.24 | 1.12 | 1.30 | 1.49 | 1.37 | 1.33 |
| Inventory Turnover | 12.03 | 12.03 | 11.78 | 10.93 | 9.15 | 8.85 | 11.88 | 13.72 | 13.98 | 14.01 | 17.86 |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 65.77 | 60.24 | 67.94 | 75.41 | 84.24 | 86.52 | 78.36 | 59.45 | 61.49 | 58.31 |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.6% | 0.6% | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.8% | 0.0% | 61.0% |
| Payout Ratio | 7.5% | 7.5% | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8.5% | 0.6% | 2314.7% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 7.8% | 7.7% | 11.1% | 13.7% | 3.3% | 1.3% | — | 2.9% | 9.2% | 4.4% | 2.6% |
| FCF Yield | 11.2% | 10.6% | 11.7% | 4.0% | 2.3% | — | 1.8% | 1.7% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| Buyback Yield | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 3.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 16.8% | 5.0% | 17.6% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.9% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 3.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 17.5% | 5.0% | 78.6% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $28M | $28M | $29M | $29M | $28M | $28M | $28M | $30M | $32M | $35M |
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Visteon Corporation's current P/E ratio is 12.8x. The historical average is 24.0x. This places it at the 38th percentile of its historical range.
Visteon Corporation's current EV/EBITDA is 5.1x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 11.6x.
Visteon Corporation's return on equity (ROE) is 13.6%. The historical average is -3.4%.
Based on historical data, Visteon Corporation is trading at a P/E of 12.8x. This is at the 38th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
Visteon Corporation's current dividend yield is 0.58% with a payout ratio of 7.5%.
Visteon Corporation has 14.1% gross margin and 8.8% operating margin.
Visteon Corporation's Debt/EBITDA ratio is 1.2x, indicating moderate leverage. A ratio below 2x is generally considered financially healthy.
Key Metrics
Top Statement Risk
Revenue contraction and margin pressure
Metrics are mathematically derived from official filings.
Margin Compression Signals Structural Shift
Gross margin fell to 12.3% in 2026Q2 from 14.6% a year earlier, according to recent financial statements, suggesting persistent pricing pressure and input cost headwinds that may be eroding Visteon's earning power.
The 230 basis point year-over-year decline in gross margin, coupled with operating margin contraction from 9.6% to 7.6%, indicates that Visteon is unable to fully pass through cost increases to OEM customers. This suggests a structural shift in the competitive landscape, possibly due to increased pricing pressure from Chinese NEV players and the transition costs of new program launches. Net margin also compressed to 5.1% from 6.7%, but the volatility in net income (e.g., 13.0% in 2024Q4) highlights the impact of non-operating items, making operating margin a more reliable gauge of underlying profitability.
Return on Capital Decelerating
ROIC declined to 3.8% in 2026Q2 from 5.7% a year earlier, as reported in financial statements, indicating that Visteon's capital efficiency is deteriorating amid rising invested capital and stagnant returns.
The downward trend in ROIC from 6.6% in 2024Q2 to 3.8% in 2026Q2 suggests that the company is investing heavily in growth platforms (e.g., SmartCore, BMS) without commensurate returns, possibly due to delayed program ramps or increased competition. ROE also fell to 2.9% from 4.5% over the same period, reflecting both margin compression and a higher equity base from retained earnings. This implies that Visteon is not currently compounding returns on capital, and investors should monitor whether new business wins translate into improved capital efficiency as volumes scale.
Working Capital Efficiency Stable but Cash Conversion Weakens
Cash conversion cycle improved to 36 days in 2026Q2 from 44 days in 2024Q2, according to reported figures, but operating cash flow fell to 0.76x net income, indicating deteriorating earnings quality.
The improvement in CCC is driven by a reduction in DSO from 67 to 67 days (flat) and DIO from 35 to 35 days (flat), while DPO increased from 57 to 67 days, suggesting Visteon is stretching supplier payments. However, the sharp decline in cash conversion from 1.46x net income a year ago to 0.76x in 2026Q2 indicates that earnings are not translating into cash, likely due to working capital absorption from inventory build or receivables timing. This divergence warrants close monitoring, as it may signal aggressive revenue recognition or deteriorating collection trends.
Leverage Low but Debt Service Comfort Eroding
Debt-to-EBITDA rose to 5.56x in 2026Q2 from 3.68x a year earlier, as per balance sheet data, while interest coverage fell to 39x from 49.5x, indicating reduced but still comfortable debt service capacity.
Despite a conservative D/E of 0.26, the sharp increase in D/EBITDA from 3.68x to 5.56x reflects both higher debt and declining EBITDA, which may indicate that Visteon's earnings power is weakening relative to its debt load. Interest coverage remains high at 39x, suggesting no immediate solvency risk, but the trend is concerning. The company's fortress balance sheet with $648M cash and minimal debt provides a buffer, but investors should monitor whether EBITDA contraction continues, which could pressure future covenant headroom.
Liquidity Buffer Thins but Remains Adequate
Current ratio held at 1.78 in 2026Q2, down from 1.87 a year earlier, while cash declined to $648M from $771M, according to recent financial statements, indicating a reduced but still adequate liquidity cushion.
The current ratio remains above 1.5, suggesting Visteon can cover short-term obligations, but the 16% decline in cash over two quarters and the negative free cash flow in 2026Q1 indicate that the liquidity buffer is being consumed. The quick ratio of 1.45 suggests that inventory is not a major liquidity concern, but the reliance on working capital lines could become more pronounced if cash generation continues to deteriorate. Under a severe stress scenario, such as a prolonged downturn in global LVP, Visteon's liquidity position would likely remain adequate given its low debt and access to credit, but the trend warrants monitoring.
P/E Misleads on Cyclical Earnings
The P/E ratio of 14.36 appears reasonable, but it is based on depressed earnings; as reported in financial statements, Visteon's earnings are highly cyclical and volatile, making EV/EBITDA a more reliable valuation metric.
Visteon's P/E is distorted by non-recurring items and tax effects, as evidenced by net margin swinging from 13.0% in 2024Q4 to 1.5% in 2025Q4. The forward P/E of 12.21 assumes a recovery that may not materialize if revenue contraction persists. EV/EBITDA of 5.83 is more appropriate because it normalizes for capital structure and non-operating items, but even this metric is sensitive to EBITDA volatility. Investors should use a mid-cycle earnings estimate or EV/Sales (0.74) to value Visteon, given the cyclicality of the auto parts industry and the company's project-based revenue model.