Quest Flow Controls (BOM:543982) EV-to-FCF: -11.84 (As of Aug. 16, 2026)

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BOM:543982 Quest Flow Controls Ltd BOM:543982
59 GF Score
Price ₹191.00
GF Value ₹465.64
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Quest Flow Controls EV-to-FCF?

Quest Flow Controls BOM:543982 -0.52% 59 EV-to-FCF is -11.84 as of Aug. 16, 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:543982 with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹465.64 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,721 Industrial Products companies, Quest Flow Controls ranks worse than 58105.69% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Quest Flow Controls's Enterprise Value is ₹1,942.2 Mil. Quest Flow Controls's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-164.1 Mil. Therefore, Quest Flow Controls's EV-to-FCF for today is -11.84.

The historical rank and industry rank for Quest Flow Controls's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

BOM:543982' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -568.8   Med: -40.08   Max: -7.61
Current: -11.84

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Quest Flow Controls was -7.61. The lowest was -568.80. And the median was -40.08.

BOM:543982's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1721 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 24.36 vs BOM:543982: -11.84

EV-to-FCF 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 (2026-08-16), Quest Flow Controls's stock price is ₹191.00. Quest Flow Controls's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-4.240. Therefore, Quest Flow Controls's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Quest Flow Controls  (BOM:543982) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF 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.

Quest Flow Controls's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=191.00/-4.240
=At Loss

Quest Flow Controls's share price for today is ₹191.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Quest Flow Controls's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-4.240.

* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Quest Flow Controls EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Quest Flow Controls EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Quest Flow Controls's EV-to-FCF 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.

Quest Flow Controls EV-to-FCF Chart

Quest Flow Controls Annual Data
Trend Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 0.00 -22.53 -572.37 -7.37

Quest Flow Controls Semi-Annual Data
Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only -22.53 0.00 -572.37 0.00 -7.37

BOM:543982 vs GEV, ETN, PH: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Quest Flow Controls's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.


Quest Flow Controls EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Quest Flow Controls's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Quest Flow Controls's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Quest Flow Controls EV-to-FCF Calculation

Quest Flow Controls's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1942.165/-164.065
=-11.84

Quest Flow Controls's current Enterprise Value is ₹1,942.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Quest Flow Controls's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-164.1 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of -11.84 mean?
Quest Flow Controls (BOM:543982) has a EV-to-FCF of -11.84 as of Aug. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Quest Flow Controls and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Quest Flow Controls ranks #999999 out of 1721 companies in the Industrial Products industry.
Is Quest Flow Controls' EV-to-FCF too high?
Quest Flow Controls' current EV-to-FCF is -11.84. Based on the distribution chart, Quest Flow Controls ranks #999999 out of 1721 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Quest Flow Controls has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Quest Flow Controls' EV-to-FCF compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Quest Flow Controls ranks #999999 out of 1721 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Quest Flow Controls in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 24.36. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 24.36, based on 1,721 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF 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 EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Quest Flow Controls and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 24.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Quest Flow Controls's current EV-to-FCF is -11.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Quest Flow Controls stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Quest Flow Controls (BOM:543982) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹465.64, compared to a current price of ₹191.00 — trading 59% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -11.84. Quest Flow Controls' overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Quest Flow Controls (BOM:543982), the current EV-to-FCF is -11.84 as of Aug. 16, 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 Quest Flow Controls (BOM:543982) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Quest Flow Controls stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹191.00 is trading 59% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹465.64. GuruFocus considers Quest Flow Controls to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BOM:543982:

  • EV-to-FCF: -11.84
  • GF Value™: ₹465.64 vs. price of ₹191.00 (59% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:543982 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Quest Flow Controls Business Description

Address Plot No. L-45, First Floor, Software Technology Park, Verna Industrial Estate, Salcete, Verna, Goa, GA, IND, 403722
Quest Flow Controls Ltd is a company engaged in the business of assembling, buying, selling, distributing, importing, exporting, or otherwise dealing in products like valves, actuators, remote control systems, control cabinets, tanks, visualization systems, piping, pumps, fittings, gaskets, flanges, and measurement devices. It supplies mainly to the Naval, Oil, and Gas industries, Power, Refineries, and General Industries, both in domestic and international markets. The Company operates in a single primary business segment, namely, the Manufacturing of Valves.
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