DiplomaCHIX:DPLML -1.53%95 EV-to-FCF is 37.34 as of Jun. 28, 2026, which is 19% above its 10-year median of 31.50. GuruFocus rates CHIX:DPLML with a GF Score™ of 95/100 and a GF Value™ of £56.00 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 118 Industrial Distribution companies, Diploma ranks worse than 80.51% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Diploma's Enterprise Value is £9,951 Mil.
Diploma's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £267 Mil. Therefore, Diploma's EV-to-FCF for today is 37.34.
The historical rank and industry rank for Diploma's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:DPLMl'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 18.05 Med: 31.5 Max: 45.09
Current: 37.34
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Diploma was 45.09. The lowest was 18.05. And the median was 31.50.
CHIX:DPLMl's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 80.51% of 118
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 14.75
vs CHIX:DPLMl: 37.34
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.
Diploma's share price for today is £70.65.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Diploma's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £1.408.
* 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.
Diploma EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Diploma EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Diploma'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.
CHIX:DPLML vs GWW, FAST, FERG: EV-to-FCF Comparison
For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Diploma'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.
Diploma EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Diploma's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Diploma's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Diploma's current Enterprise Value is £9,951 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Diploma's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £267 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.
Diploma (CHIX:DPLML) has a EV-to-FCF of 37.34 as of Jun. 28, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Diploma and its competitors. This is 19% above median its historical median of 31.50. Over the past decade, Diploma's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 18.05 to 45.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Diploma ranks #95 out of 118 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 80.5%.
Is Diploma's EV-to-FCF too high?
Diploma's current EV-to-FCF of 37.34 is 19% above median its 10-year median of 31.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 18.05 to a high of 45.09. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.75. Diploma's value of 37.34 is 153.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Diploma ranks #95 out of 118 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Diploma has a GF Score™ of 95/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Diploma's EV-to-FCF compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Diploma ranks #95 out of 118 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Diploma in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.75. Diploma's value of 37.34 is 153.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Diploma's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 18.05 to 45.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 31.50 vs. the industry median of 14.75, Diploma 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 14.75, based on 118 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. Diploma's current EV-to-FCF of 37.34 is 153.2% 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-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 Diploma and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Diploma's current EV-to-FCF is 37.34, which is 19% above median its own 10-year median of 31.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Diploma stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Diploma (CHIX:DPLML) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £56.00, compared to a current price of £70.65 — trading 26.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 37.34, which is 19% above median its 10-year median of 31.50 and 153.2% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 14.75. Diploma's overall GF Score™ is 95/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Diploma (CHIX:DPLML), the current EV-to-FCF is 37.34 as of Jun. 28, 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 Diploma (CHIX:DPLML) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Diploma stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of £70.65 is trading 26.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of £56.00.
GuruFocus considers Diploma to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:DPLML:
EV-to-FCF: 37.34 (19% above median its 10-year median of 31.50)
GF Value™: £56.00 vs. price of £70.65 (26.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 153.2% above the Industrial Distribution median (#95 of 118)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:DPLML stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Diploma PLC is a group of businesses supplying specialised technical products and services to various industries. The Group is organized into three main reportable business sectors: Controls, Seals and Life Sciences. The company offers consumables, instrumentation, and related services to the healthcare and environmental industries; seals, gaskets, filters, cylinders, components, and kits for heavy mobile machinery and industrial equipment; and specialized wiring, connectors, fasteners, and control devices for various applications. It operates in segments such as Wire & Cable (UK), Industrial Automation, Specialty Adhesives, Windy City Wire, Interconnect and Specialty Fasteners. The company operates in UK, USA, Rest of Europe, and Rest of World.
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