Cognyte SoftwareCGNT -2.27%72 EV-to-FCF is 20.69 as of Jun. 25, 2026, which is 1% above its 10-year median of 20.48. GuruFocus rates CGNT with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.43 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,585 Software companies, Cognyte Software ranks worse than 65.8% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Cognyte Software's Enterprise Value is $538.6 Mil.
Cognyte Software's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $26.0 Mil. Therefore, Cognyte Software's EV-to-FCF for today is 20.69.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cognyte Software's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CGNT'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -53.13 Med: 20.48 Max: 144.29
Current: 20.69
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Cognyte Software was 144.29. The lowest was -53.13. And the median was 20.48.
CGNT's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 65.8% of 1585
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.36
vs CGNT: 20.69
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.
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.
Cognyte Software's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cognyte Software's share price for today is $7.98.
Cognyte Software's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.040.
* 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.
Cognyte Software EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Cognyte Software EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cognyte Software'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.
For the Software - Infrastructure subindustry, Cognyte Software'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.
Cognyte Software EV-to-FCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Cognyte Software's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cognyte Software's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Cognyte Software's current Enterprise Value is $538.6 Mil.
Cognyte Software's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $26.0 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.
Cognyte Software (CGNT) has a EV-to-FCF of 20.69 as of Jun. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Cognyte Software and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 20.48. According to the industry distribution chart, Cognyte Software ranks #1043 out of 1585 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 65.8%.
Is Cognyte Software's EV-to-FCF too high?
Cognyte Software's current EV-to-FCF of 20.69 is near median its 10-year median of 20.48. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.36. Cognyte Software's value of 20.69 is 44.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cognyte Software ranks #1043 out of 1585 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cognyte Software has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cognyte Software's EV-to-FCF compare to SABR and HQ?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Cognyte Software ranks #1043 out of 1585 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Cognyte Software in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.36. Cognyte Software's value of 20.69 is 44.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 20.48 vs. the industry median of 14.36, Cognyte Software 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-FCF for a Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 14.36, based on 1,585 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. Cognyte Software's current EV-to-FCF of 20.69 is 44.1% 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-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 Cognyte Software and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cognyte Software's current EV-to-FCF is 20.69, which is near median its own 10-year median of 20.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cognyte Software stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cognyte Software (CGNT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.43, compared to a current price of $7.98 — trading 15.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 20.69, which is near median its 10-year median of 20.48 and 44.1% above the Software industry median of 14.36. Cognyte Software's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 3 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 Cognyte Software (CGNT), the current EV-to-FCF is 20.69 as of Jun. 25, 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 Cognyte Software (CGNT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cognyte Software stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $7.98 is trading 15.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $9.43.
GuruFocus considers Cognyte Software to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CGNT:
EV-to-FCF: 20.69 (near median its 10-year median of 20.48)
GF Value™: $9.43 vs. price of $7.98 (15.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 44.1% above the Software median (#1043 of 1585)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CGNT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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