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What is Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund EV-to-FCF?
Calamos Strategic Total Return FundCSQ -1.20%53 EV-to-FCF is 33.42 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 20% above its 10-year median of 27.84. GuruFocus rates CSQ with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.57 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 935 Asset Management companies, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund ranks worse than 77.65% on this metric.
CSQ'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -148.84 Med: 27.84 Max: 62.03
Current: 33.42
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund was 62.03. The lowest was -148.84. And the median was 27.84.
CSQ's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 77.65% of 935
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 14.49
vs CSQ: 33.42
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 Strategic Total Return Fund (NAS:CSQ) 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.
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's share price for today is $20.55.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $6.618.
* 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 Strategic Total Return Fund EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund 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.
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund EV-to-FCF Chart
For the Asset Management subindustry, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund'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 Strategic Total Return Fund EV-to-FCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's current Enterprise Value is $4,386 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $131 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 Strategic Total Return Fund (CSQ) has a EV-to-FCF of 33.42 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund and its competitors. This is 20% above median its historical median of 27.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund ranks #726 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 77.6%.
Is Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's EV-to-FCF too high?
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's current EV-to-FCF of 33.42 is 20% above median its 10-year median of 27.84. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.49. Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's value of 33.42 is 130.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund ranks #726 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's EV-to-FCF compare to STEP and GBDC?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund ranks #726 out of 935 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.49. Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's value of 33.42 is 130.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 27.84 vs. the industry median of 14.49, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Asset Management companies is 14.49, based on 935 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 Strategic Total Return Fund's current EV-to-FCF of 33.42 is 130.6% 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 Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.49 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's current EV-to-FCF is 33.42, which is 20% above median its own 10-year median of 27.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund (CSQ) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $37.57, compared to a current price of $20.55 — trading 45.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 33.42, which is 20% above median its 10-year median of 27.84 and 130.6% above the Asset Management industry median of 14.49. Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 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 Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund (CSQ), the current EV-to-FCF is 33.42 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 Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund (CSQ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $20.55 is trading 45.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $37.57.
GuruFocus considers Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CSQ:
EV-to-FCF: 33.42 (20% above median its 10-year median of 27.84)
GF Value™: $37.57 vs. price of $20.55 (45.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 130.6% above the Asset Management median (#726 of 935)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CSQ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund Business Description
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. The fund's objective is to provide total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. Its investment portfolio comprises equities, convertible securities, and high-yield corporate bonds.
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