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Franklin WirelessFKWL -1.27%46 EV-to-FCF is 0.33 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 313% above its 10-year median of 0.08. GuruFocus rates FKWL with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.11 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,320 Hardware companies, Franklin Wireless ranks better than 97.05% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Franklin Wireless's Enterprise Value is $-1.34 Mil.
Franklin Wireless's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-4.03 Mil. Therefore, Franklin Wireless's EV-to-FCF for today is 0.33.
The historical rank and industry rank for Franklin Wireless's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
FKWL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -54.97 Med: 0.08 Max: 132.87
Current: 0.33
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Franklin Wireless was 132.87. The lowest was -54.97. And the median was 0.08.
FKWL's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 97.05% of 1320
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 21.555
vs FKWL: 0.33
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.
Franklin Wireless (NAS:FKWL) 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.
Franklin Wireless's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Franklin Wireless's share price for today is $2.34.
Franklin Wireless'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 $-0.060.
* 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.
Franklin Wireless EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Franklin Wireless EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Franklin Wireless'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 Communication Equipment subindustry, Franklin Wireless'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.
Franklin Wireless EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Franklin Wireless's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Franklin Wireless's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Franklin Wireless's current Enterprise Value is $-1.34 Mil.
Franklin Wireless'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 $-4.03 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.
Franklin Wireless (FKWL) has a EV-to-FCF of 0.33 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Franklin Wireless and its competitors. This is 313% above median its historical median of 0.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Franklin Wireless ranks #39 out of 1320 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 3%.
Is Franklin Wireless' EV-to-FCF too high?
Franklin Wireless' current EV-to-FCF of 0.33 is 313% above median its 10-year median of 0.08. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.56. Franklin Wireless' value of 0.33 is 98.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Franklin Wireless ranks #39 out of 1320 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Franklin Wireless has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Franklin Wireless' EV-to-FCF compare to BOSC and FIEE?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Franklin Wireless ranks #39 out of 1320 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Franklin Wireless in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 21.56. Franklin Wireless' value of 0.33 is 98.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.08 vs. the industry median of 21.56, Franklin Wireless 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 21.56, based on 1,320 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. Franklin Wireless's current EV-to-FCF of 0.33 is 98.5% 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 Franklin Wireless and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 21.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Franklin Wireless's current EV-to-FCF is 0.33, which is 313% above median its own 10-year median of 0.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Franklin Wireless stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Franklin Wireless (FKWL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.11, compared to a current price of $2.34 — trading 43.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 0.33, which is 313% above median its 10-year median of 0.08 and 98.5% below the Hardware industry median of 21.56. Franklin Wireless' overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 3 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 Franklin Wireless (FKWL), the current EV-to-FCF is 0.33 as of Jul. 26, 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 Franklin Wireless (FKWL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Franklin Wireless stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $2.34 is trading 43.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.11.
GuruFocus considers Franklin Wireless to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for FKWL:
EV-to-FCF: 0.33 (313% above median its 10-year median of 0.08)
GF Value™: $4.11 vs. price of $2.34 (43.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 98.5% below the Hardware median (#39 of 1320)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FKWL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Franklin Wireless Corp is a provider of wireless solutions, including mobile hotspots, routers, and modems, as well as hardware and software products that support machine-to-machine (M2M) applications and the Internet of Things (IoT). Its M2M and IoT solutions include embedded modules, modems, and gateways built to deliver reliable always-on connectivity supporting a spectrum of applications. These products are designed to solve wireless connectivity challenges in a range of vertical markets, including video surveillance, digital signage, home security, oil and gas exploration, kiosks, fleet management, smart grid, vehicle diagnostics, and telematics.
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