Adecco Group AG (CHIX:ADENZ) EV-to-FCF: 14.15 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 15% Below Median

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CHIX:ADENZ Adecco Group AG CHIX:ADENZ
63 GF Score
Price CHF18.36
GF Value CHF25.85
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Adecco Group AG EV-to-FCF?

Adecco Group AG CHIX:ADENZ +4.73% 63 EV-to-FCF is 14.15 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 16.68. GuruFocus rates CHIX:ADENZ with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF25.85 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 717 Business Services companies, Adecco Group AG ranks worse than 54.53% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Adecco Group AG's Enterprise Value is CHF5,988 Mil. Adecco Group AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF423 Mil. Therefore, Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF for today is 14.15.

The historical rank and industry rank for Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:ADENz' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.26   Med: 16.68   Max: 63.22
Current: 13.73

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Adecco Group AG was 63.22. The lowest was 8.26. And the median was 16.68.

CHIX:ADENz's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
54.53% of 717 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.64 vs CHIX:ADENz: 13.73

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 (2026-07-14), Adecco Group AG's stock price is CHF18.36. Adecco Group AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1.663. Therefore, Adecco Group AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.04.


Adecco Group AG  (CHIX:ADENz) 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.

Adecco Group AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=18.36/1.663
=11.04

Adecco Group AG's share price for today is CHF18.36.
Adecco Group AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF1.663.

* 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.


Adecco Group AG EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Adecco Group AG EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Adecco Group AG'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.

Adecco Group AG EV-to-FCF Chart

Adecco Group AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Adecco Group AG Quarterly Data
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EV-to-FCF 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 16.35 18.53 14.45 14.42 14.31

CHIX:ADENZ vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Adecco Group AG'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.


Adecco Group AG EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF falls into.


CHIX:ADENZ
63GF Score
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Adecco Group AG EV-to-FCF Calculation

Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=5987.841/423.102
=14.15

Adecco Group AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF5,988 Mil.
Adecco Group AG's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF423 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 14.15 mean?
Adecco Group AG (CHIX:ADENZ) has a EV-to-FCF of 14.15 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Adecco Group AG and its competitors. This is 15% below median its historical median of 16.68. Over the past decade, Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.26 to 63.22. According to the industry distribution chart, Adecco Group AG ranks #391 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 54.5%.
Is Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF too high?
Adecco Group AG's current EV-to-FCF of 14.15 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 16.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.26 to a high of 63.22. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.64. Adecco Group AG's value of 14.15 is 11.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Adecco Group AG ranks #391 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Adecco Group AG has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Adecco Group AG's EV-to-FCF compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Adecco Group AG ranks #391 out of 717 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Adecco Group AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.64. Adecco Group AG's value of 14.15 is 11.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Adecco Group AG's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.26 to 63.22 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.68 vs. the industry median of 12.64, Adecco Group AG 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.64, based on 717 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. Adecco Group AG's current EV-to-FCF of 14.15 is 11.9% 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 Adecco Group AG and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Adecco Group AG's current EV-to-FCF is 14.15, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 16.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Adecco Group AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adecco Group AG (CHIX:ADENZ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF25.85, compared to a current price of CHF18.36 — trading 29% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 14.15, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 16.68 and 11.9% above the Business Services industry median of 12.64. Adecco Group AG's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Adecco Group AG (CHIX:ADENZ), the current EV-to-FCF is 14.15 as of Jul. 14, 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 Adecco Group AG (CHIX:ADENZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adecco Group AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF18.36 is trading 29% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF25.85. GuruFocus considers Adecco Group AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:ADENZ:

  • EV-to-FCF: 14.15 (15% below median its 10-year median of 16.68)
  • GF Value™: CHF25.85 vs. price of CHF18.36 (29% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 11.9% above the Business Services median (#391 of 717)

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


Adecco Group AG Business Description

Address Bellerivestrasse 30, Zurich, CHE, CH-8008
Adecco Group provides human capital solutions. The majority of its revenue comes from flexible placement, but the company also offers permanent placement, career transition, outsourcing, and consulting services in engineering, digital, and IT. The company is organized into three business units—Adecco, Akkodis, and LHH—and operates in over 60 countries.
63GF Score

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