DNLI (Denali Therapeutics) EV-to-FCF: -6.68 (As of Jul. 22, 2026)

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What is Denali Therapeutics EV-to-FCF?

Denali Therapeutics DNLI -0.80% 34 EV-to-FCF is -6.68 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates DNLI with a GF Score™ of 34/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 337 Biotechnology companies, Denali Therapeutics ranks worse than 296735.61% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Denali Therapeutics's Enterprise Value is $2,798.76 Mil. Denali Therapeutics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-419.23 Mil. Therefore, Denali Therapeutics's EV-to-FCF for today is -6.68.

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

DNLI' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -119.73   Med: -8.26   Max: 39.36
Current: -6.68

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Denali Therapeutics was 39.36. The lowest was -119.73. And the median was -8.26.

DNLI's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 337 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: 15.15 vs DNLI: -6.68

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 (2026-07-22), Denali Therapeutics's stock price is $23.64. Denali Therapeutics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-2.880. Therefore, Denali Therapeutics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Denali Therapeutics  (NAS:DNLI) 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.

Denali Therapeutics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=23.64/-2.880
=At Loss

Denali Therapeutics's share price for today is $23.64.
Denali Therapeutics'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 $-2.880.

* 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.


Denali Therapeutics EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Denali Therapeutics EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Denali Therapeutics'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.

Denali Therapeutics EV-to-FCF Chart

Denali Therapeutics Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Denali Therapeutics 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 -3.14 -3.22 -3.23 -4.14 -4.99

DNLI vs RLAY, RCUS, NAMS: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Denali Therapeutics'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.


Denali Therapeutics EV-to-FCF vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Denali Therapeutics's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Denali Therapeutics's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Denali Therapeutics EV-to-FCF Calculation

Denali Therapeutics's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2798.756/-419.226
=-6.68

Denali Therapeutics's current Enterprise Value is $2,798.76 Mil.
Denali Therapeutics'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 $-419.23 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 -6.68 mean?
Denali Therapeutics (DNLI) has a EV-to-FCF of -6.68 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Denali Therapeutics and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Denali Therapeutics ranks #999999 out of 337 companies in the Biotechnology industry.
Is Denali Therapeutics' EV-to-FCF too high?
Denali Therapeutics' current EV-to-FCF is -6.68. Based on the distribution chart, Denali Therapeutics ranks #999999 out of 337 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Denali Therapeutics has a GF Score™ of 34/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Denali Therapeutics' EV-to-FCF compare to RLAY and RCUS?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Denali Therapeutics ranks #999999 out of 337 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Denali Therapeutics in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.15. 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 Biotechnology company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Biotechnology companies is 15.15, based on 337 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. 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 Denali Therapeutics and its competitors. For the Biotechnology industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.15 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Denali Therapeutics's current EV-to-FCF is -6.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Denali Therapeutics stock overvalued right now?
Denali Therapeutics (DNLI) has a current EV-to-FCF of -6.68. The current EV-to-FCF is -6.68. Denali Therapeutics' overall GF Score™ is 34/100 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 Denali Therapeutics (DNLI), the current EV-to-FCF is -6.68 as of Jul. 22, 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.

Denali Therapeutics Business Description

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Address 161 Oyster Point Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA, USA, 94080
Denali Therapeutics Inc is a biotechnology company that is engaged in developing and discovering therapeutics to defeat neurodegenerative diseases. The company's development programs include the LRRK2 Inhibitor Program, which develops brain penetrant small molecule LRRK2 inhibitor product candidates for Parkinson's disease. Its key products include DNL201, DNL151, ATV (Antibody Transport Vehicle), ETV (Enzyme Transport Vehicle), and others. The Company has one operating segment with the goal to discover, develop, and commercializing therapeutics.
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