TSQ (Townsquare Media) EV-to-OCF: 21.55 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — 51% Above Median

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TSQ Townsquare Media Inc TSQ
68 GF Score
Price $6.48
GF Value $7.69
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Townsquare Media EV-to-OCF?

Townsquare Media TSQ +2.37% 68 EV-to-OCF is 21.55 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 51% above its 10-year median of 14.31. GuruFocus rates TSQ with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.69 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,021 Media - Diversified companies, Townsquare Media ranks worse than 81.88% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Townsquare Media's Enterprise Value is $608.8 Mil. Townsquare Media's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $28.3 Mil. Therefore, Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF for today is 21.55.

The historical rank and industry rank for Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

TSQ' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.74   Med: 14.31   Max: 23.05
Current: 21.55

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Townsquare Media was 23.05. The lowest was 9.74. And the median was 14.31.

TSQ's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
81.88% of 1021 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 4.84 vs TSQ: 21.55

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-08), Townsquare Media's stock price is $6.48. Townsquare Media's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-2.880. Therefore, Townsquare Media's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Townsquare Media  (NYSE:TSQ) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Townsquare Media's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.48/-2.880
=At Loss

Townsquare Media's share price for today is $6.48.
Townsquare Media's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-2.880.

* 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Townsquare Media EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Townsquare Media EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF 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.

Townsquare Media EV-to-OCF Chart

Townsquare Media Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 12.53 13.22 9.85 12.97 18.51

Townsquare Media Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-OCF 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 12.85 12.99 18.51 16.67 22.10

TSQ vs FLNT, HFUS, MCHX: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.


Townsquare Media EV-to-OCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Townsquare Media EV-to-OCF Calculation

Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=608.754/28.253
=21.55

Townsquare Media's current Enterprise Value is $608.8 Mil.
Townsquare Media's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $28.3 Mil.

* 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 EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 21.55 mean?
Townsquare Media (TSQ) has a EV-to-OCF of 21.55 as of Aug. 08, 2026. This is 51% above median its historical median of 14.31. Over the past decade, Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.74 to 23.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Townsquare Media ranks #836 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 81.9%.
Is Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF too high?
Townsquare Media's current EV-to-OCF of 21.55 is 51% above median its 10-year median of 14.31. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.74 to a high of 23.05. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.84. Townsquare Media's value of 21.55 is 345.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Townsquare Media ranks #836 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Townsquare Media has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Townsquare Media's EV-to-OCF compare to FLNT and HFUS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Townsquare Media ranks #836 out of 1021 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Townsquare Media in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.84. Townsquare Media's value of 21.55 is 345.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Townsquare Media's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.74 to 23.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.31 vs. the industry median of 4.84, Townsquare Media 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 EV-to-OCF for a Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Media - Diversified companies is 4.84, based on 1,021 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Townsquare Media's current EV-to-OCF of 21.55 is 345.2% 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 EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Townsquare Media's current EV-to-OCF is 21.55, which is 51% above median its own 10-year median of 14.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Townsquare Media stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Townsquare Media (TSQ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.69, compared to a current price of $6.48 — trading 15.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 21.55, which is 51% above median its 10-year median of 14.31 and 345.2% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 4.84. Townsquare Media's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Townsquare Media (TSQ), the current EV-to-OCF is 21.55 as of Aug. 08, 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 Townsquare Media (TSQ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Townsquare Media stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $6.48 is trading 15.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $7.69. GuruFocus considers Townsquare Media to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSQ:

  • EV-to-OCF: 21.55 (51% above median its 10-year median of 14.31)
  • GF Value™: $7.69 vs. price of $6.48 (15.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 345.2% above the Media - Diversified median (#836 of 1021)

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


Townsquare Media Business Description

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Townsquare Media Inc is a radio, digital media, entertainment, and digital marketing solutions company principally focused on being the local advertising and marketing solutions platform in small and mid-sized markets across the United States. It has three segments which are Subscription Digital Marketing Solutions, Digital Advertising, and Broadcast Advertising. It earns the majority of the revenue from the Broadcasting Advertising segment, which includes its local, regional, and national advertising products and solutions delivered via terrestrial radio broadcast. Its portfolio includes local media brands such as WYRK.com, WJON.com, and NJ101.5.com, and national music brands such as XXLmag.com, TasteofCountry.com, UltimateClassicRock.com, and Loudwire.com.
68GF Score

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