Ideal Power (FRA:5ILA) EV-to-FCF: -6.00 (As of Jul. 13, 2026)

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FRA:5ILA Ideal Power Inc FRA:5ILA
54 GF Score
Price €3.84
GF Value €6.21
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Ideal Power EV-to-FCF?

Ideal Power FRA:5ILA -1.03% 54 EV-to-FCF is -6.00 as of Jul. 13, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:5ILA with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of €6.21 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 503 Semiconductors companies, Ideal Power ranks worse than 198806.96% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Ideal Power's Enterprise Value is €50.16 Mil. Ideal Power's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-8.37 Mil. Therefore, Ideal Power's EV-to-FCF for today is -6.00.

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

FRA:5ILA' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -30.79   Med: -4.29   Max: 2.32
Current: -5.87

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Ideal Power was 2.32. The lowest was -30.79. And the median was -4.29.

FRA:5ILA's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 503 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 46.47 vs FRA:5ILA: -5.87

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 (2026-07-13), Ideal Power's stock price is €3.84. Ideal Power's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-1.023. Therefore, Ideal Power's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Ideal Power  (FRA:5ILA) 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.

Ideal Power's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=3.84/-1.023
=At Loss

Ideal Power's share price for today is €3.84.
Ideal Power'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 €-1.023.

* 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.


Ideal Power EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Ideal Power EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ideal Power'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.

Ideal Power EV-to-FCF Chart

Ideal Power Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -10.67 -7.07 -5.01 -5.14 -2.15

Ideal Power Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -3.21 -2.87 -3.49 -2.15 -1.87

FRA:5ILA vs SQNS, NA, PXLW: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Ideal Power'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.


Ideal Power EV-to-FCF vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Ideal Power's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Ideal Power EV-to-FCF Calculation

Ideal Power's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=50.164/-8.367
=-6.00

Ideal Power's current Enterprise Value is €50.16 Mil.
Ideal Power'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 €-8.37 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 -6.00 mean?
Ideal Power (FRA:5ILA) has a EV-to-FCF of -6.00 as of Jul. 13, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Ideal Power and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Ideal Power ranks #999999 out of 503 companies in the Semiconductors industry.
Is Ideal Power's EV-to-FCF too high?
Ideal Power's current EV-to-FCF is -6.00. Based on the distribution chart, Ideal Power ranks #999999 out of 503 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Ideal Power has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ideal Power's EV-to-FCF compare to SQNS and NA?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Ideal Power ranks #999999 out of 503 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Ideal Power in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 46.47. 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Semiconductors companies is 46.47, based on 503 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 Ideal Power and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 46.47 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ideal Power's current EV-to-FCF is -6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ideal Power stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ideal Power (FRA:5ILA) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €6.21, compared to a current price of €3.84 — trading 38.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -6.00. Ideal Power's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 2 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 Ideal Power (FRA:5ILA), the current EV-to-FCF is -6.00 as of Jul. 13, 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 Ideal Power (FRA:5ILA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ideal Power stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €3.84 is trading 38.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €6.21. GuruFocus considers Ideal Power to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:5ILA:

  • EV-to-FCF: -6.00
  • GF Value™: €6.21 vs. price of €3.84 (38.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:5ILA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ideal Power Business Description

Other Exchanges IPWR:USA
Address 5508 Highway 290 West, Suite 120, Austin, TX, USA, 78735
Ideal Power Inc is engaged in the development of its broadly patented bidirectional power switches, creating efficient and ecofriendly energy control solutions for electric vehicles, electric vehicle charging, renewable energy, energy storage, UPS / data center, solid-state circuit breaker and other industrial and military applications. The company is focused on its patented Bidirectional, Bipolar Junction Transistor (B-TRAN) semiconductor technology. B-TRAN is a double-sided bidirectional AC switchable to deliver substantial performance improvements over conventional power semiconductors. The primary raw material used in the fabrication of B-TRAN devices is silicon wafers.
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