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What is Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust EV-to-FCF?
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic TrustCPZ -0.83%32 EV-to-FCF is 4.05 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 3.67. GuruFocus rates CPZ with a GF Score™ of 32/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.41 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 934 Asset Management companies, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust ranks better than 85.44% on this metric.
CPZ'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -49.7 Med: 3.67 Max: 72.14
Current: 4.05
During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust was 72.14. The lowest was -49.70. And the median was 3.67.
CPZ's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 85.44% of 934
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 14.495
vs CPZ: 4.05
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.
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's share price for today is $13.085.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $0.202.
* 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.
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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 Asset Management subindustry, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust'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.
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust EV-to-FCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's current Enterprise Value is $376.60 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $92.93 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.
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ) has a EV-to-FCF of 4.05 as of Jul. 17, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust and its competitors. This is 10% above median its historical median of 3.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust ranks #136 out of 934 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 14.6%.
Is Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's EV-to-FCF too high?
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's current EV-to-FCF of 4.05 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 3.67. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.50. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's value of 4.05 is 72.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust ranks #136 out of 934 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust has a GF Score™ of 32/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's EV-to-FCF compare to ERC and GLO?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust ranks #136 out of 934 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.50. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's value of 4.05 is 72.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.67 vs. the industry median of 14.50, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Asset Management companies is 14.50, based on 934 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. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's current EV-to-FCF of 4.05 is 72.1% 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 Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.50 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's current EV-to-FCF is 4.05, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 3.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.41, compared to a current price of $13.09 — trading 828% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 4.05, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 3.67 and 72.1% below the Asset Management industry median of 14.50. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's overall GF Score™ is 32/100 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 Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ), the current EV-to-FCF is 4.05 as of Jul. 17, 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 Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $13.09 is trading 828% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.41.
GuruFocus considers Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CPZ:
EV-to-FCF: 4.05 (10% above median its 10-year median of 3.67)
GF Value™: $1.41 vs. price of $13.09 (828% above fair value)
Industry Position: 72.1% below the Asset Management median (#136 of 934)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CPZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust Business Description
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Inc Trust is a trust company that seeks to provide current income and risk-managed capital appreciation, with an investment objective to deliver total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The Fund invests in securities across sectors such as Industrials, Healthcare, Financials, Consumer Discretionary, and others, and holds securities with a broad range of maturities, with the average term to maturity typically ranging from two to ten years. Managed assets represent the Fund's total assets, including any assets attributable to leverage that may be outstanding, minus total liabilities other than debt representing financial leverage.
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