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DuolingoDUOL +6.08%71 EV-to-FCF is 12.36 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 82% below its 10-year median of 68.31. GuruFocus rates DUOL with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of $394.03 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,593 Software companies, Duolingo ranks better than 56.75% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Duolingo's Enterprise Value is $5,006 Mil.
Duolingo's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $405 Mil. Therefore, Duolingo's EV-to-FCF for today is 12.36.
The historical rank and industry rank for Duolingo's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
DUOL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.02 Med: 68.31 Max: 2059.48
Current: 12.36
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Duolingo was 2059.48. The lowest was 8.02. And the median was 68.31.
DUOL's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 56.75% of 1593
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.83
vs DUOL: 12.36
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.
Duolingo's share price for today is $132.34.
Duolingo'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 $8.650.
* 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.
Duolingo EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Duolingo EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Duolingo'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 Software - Application subindustry, Duolingo'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.
Duolingo EV-to-FCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Duolingo's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Duolingo's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Duolingo's current Enterprise Value is $5,006 Mil.
Duolingo'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 $405 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.
Duolingo (DUOL) has a EV-to-FCF of 12.36 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Duolingo and its competitors. This is 82% below median its historical median of 68.31. Over the past decade, Duolingo's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.02 to 2,059.48. According to the industry distribution chart, Duolingo ranks #689 out of 1593 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 43.3%.
Is Duolingo's EV-to-FCF too high?
Duolingo's current EV-to-FCF of 12.36 is 82% below median its 10-year median of 68.31. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.02 to a high of 2,059.48. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.83. Duolingo's value of 12.36 is 16.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Duolingo ranks #689 out of 1593 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Duolingo has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Duolingo's EV-to-FCF compare to PCTY and YOU?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Duolingo ranks #689 out of 1593 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Duolingo in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.83. Duolingo's value of 12.36 is 16.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Duolingo's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.02 to 2,059.48 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 68.31 vs. the industry median of 14.83, Duolingo 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 14.83, based on 1,593 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. Duolingo's current EV-to-FCF of 12.36 is 16.7% 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 Duolingo and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Duolingo's current EV-to-FCF is 12.36, which is 82% below median its own 10-year median of 68.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Duolingo stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Duolingo (DUOL) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $394.03, compared to a current price of $132.34 — trading 66.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 12.36, which is 82% below median its 10-year median of 68.31 and 16.7% below the Software industry median of 14.83. Duolingo's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 5 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 Duolingo (DUOL), the current EV-to-FCF is 12.36 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 Duolingo (DUOL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Duolingo stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $132.34 is trading 66.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $394.03.
GuruFocus considers Duolingo to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for DUOL:
EV-to-FCF: 12.36 (82% below median its 10-year median of 68.31)
GF Value™: $394.03 vs. price of $132.34 (66.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 16.7% below the Software median (#689 of 1593)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DUOL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Duolingo Inc is a technology company that develops a mobile learning platform to learn languages. Its products are powered by sophisticated data analytics and artificial intelligence and delivered with class art, animation, and design to make it easier for learners to stay motivated, master new material, and achieve their learning goals. Its solutions include the Duolingo Language Learning App, Super Duolingo, Duolingo English Test: AI-Driven Language Assessment, Duolingo For Schools, Duolingo ABC, and Duolingo Math. It has four predominant sources of revenue: time-based subscriptions, in-app advertising placement by third parties, the Duolingo English Test, and In-App purchases. Geographically, the company generates revenue from its customers in the United States and other markets.
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