discoverIE GroupCHIX:DSCVL -3.91%84 EV-to-FCF is 18.86 as of Jul. 08, 2026, which is 17% below its 10-year median of 22.81. GuruFocus rates CHIX:DSCVL with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of £6.93 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,328 Hardware companies, discoverIE Group ranks better than 54.82% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, discoverIE Group's Enterprise Value is £729.7 Mil.
discoverIE Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £38.7 Mil. Therefore, discoverIE Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 18.86.
The historical rank and industry rank for discoverIE Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:DSCVl'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.92 Med: 22.81 Max: 37.37
Current: 19.92
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of discoverIE Group was 37.37. The lowest was 11.92. And the median was 22.81.
CHIX:DSCVl's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 54.82% of 1328
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 23.74
vs CHIX:DSCVl: 19.92
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.
discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVl) 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.
discoverIE Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
discoverIE Group's share price for today is £6.39.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. discoverIE Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.294.
* 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.
discoverIE Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms
discoverIE Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for discoverIE Group'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 Electronic Components subindustry, discoverIE Group'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.
discoverIE Group EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, discoverIE Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where discoverIE Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
discoverIE Group's current Enterprise Value is £729.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. discoverIE Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £38.7 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.
discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL) has a EV-to-FCF of 18.86 as of Jul. 08, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on discoverIE Group and its competitors. This is 17% below median its historical median of 22.81. Over the past decade, discoverIE Group's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.92 to 37.37. According to the industry distribution chart, discoverIE Group ranks #600 out of 1328 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 45.2%.
Is discoverIE Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
discoverIE Group's current EV-to-FCF of 18.86 is 17% below median its 10-year median of 22.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.92 to a high of 37.37. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.74. discoverIE Group's value of 18.86 is 20.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, discoverIE Group ranks #600 out of 1328 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, discoverIE Group has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does discoverIE Group's EV-to-FCF compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, discoverIE Group ranks #600 out of 1328 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts discoverIE Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.74. discoverIE Group's value of 18.86 is 20.6% below this benchmark. Historically, discoverIE Group's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.92 to 37.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.81 vs. the industry median of 23.74, discoverIE Group has consistently been below 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 23.74, based on 1,328 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. discoverIE Group's current EV-to-FCF of 18.86 is 20.6% below 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 discoverIE Group and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 23.74 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. discoverIE Group's current EV-to-FCF is 18.86, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 22.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is discoverIE Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £6.93, compared to a current price of £6.39 — trading 7.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 18.86, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 22.81 and 20.6% below the Hardware industry median of 23.74. discoverIE Group's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 4 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 discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL), the current EV-to-FCF is 18.86 as of Jul. 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 discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, discoverIE Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of £6.39 is trading 7.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of £6.93.
GuruFocus considers discoverIE Group to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:DSCVL:
EV-to-FCF: 18.86 (17% below median its 10-year median of 22.81)
GF Value™: £6.93 vs. price of £6.39 (7.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 20.6% below the Hardware median (#600 of 1328)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:DSCVL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
discoverIE Group PLC is a United Kingdom-based electronics manufacturing company. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes customer-specific electronic components and solutions. The company's segments include the Magnetics and Controls division (M&C) and the Sensing and Connectivity division (S&C). The company generates the majority of revenue from the M&C segment. Geographically, the company operates in the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and the Rest of the world.
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