BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) EV-to-FCF: -101.88 (As of Aug. 20, 2026)

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FRA:7BV BrightView Holdings Inc FRA:7BV
74 GF Score
Price €9.85
GF Value €11.56
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is BrightView Holdings EV-to-FCF?

BrightView Holdings FRA:7BV +2.07% 74 EV-to-FCF is -101.88 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:7BV with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of €11.56 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 721 Business Services companies, BrightView Holdings ranks worse than 138696.12% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, BrightView Holdings's Enterprise Value is €2,179 Mil. BrightView Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-21 Mil. Therefore, BrightView Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is -101.88.

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

FRA:7BV' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5464.58   Med: 25.98   Max: 272.34
Current: -46.63

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of BrightView Holdings was 272.34. The lowest was -5464.58. And the median was 25.98.

FRA:7BV's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 721 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 13 vs FRA:7BV: -46.63

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 (2026-08-20), BrightView Holdings's stock price is €9.85. BrightView Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-0.215. Therefore, BrightView Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


BrightView Holdings  (FRA:7BV) 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.

BrightView Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=9.85/-0.215
=At Loss

BrightView Holdings's share price for today is €9.85.
BrightView Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-0.215.

* 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.


BrightView Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms


BrightView Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for BrightView Holdings'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.

BrightView Holdings EV-to-FCF Chart

BrightView Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-FCF
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BrightView Holdings Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 88.11 69.58 148.22 -47.21 0.00

FRA:7BV vs LZ, RHLD, TIC: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, BrightView Holdings'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.


BrightView Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, BrightView Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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BrightView Holdings EV-to-FCF Calculation

BrightView Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2178.601/-21.384
=-101.88

BrightView Holdings's current Enterprise Value is €2,179 Mil.
BrightView Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-21 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 -101.88 mean?
BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) has a EV-to-FCF of -101.88 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on BrightView Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #999999 out of 721 companies in the Business Services industry.
Is BrightView Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
BrightView Holdings' current EV-to-FCF is -101.88. Based on the distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #999999 out of 721 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, BrightView Holdings has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BrightView Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to LZ and RHLD?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #999999 out of 721 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places BrightView Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.00. 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 13.00, based on 721 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 BrightView Holdings and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BrightView Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is -101.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BrightView Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €11.56, compared to a current price of €9.85 — trading 14.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -101.88. BrightView Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV), the current EV-to-FCF is -101.88 as of Aug. 20, 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 BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €9.85 is trading 14.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €11.56. GuruFocus considers BrightView Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:7BV:

  • EV-to-FCF: -101.88
  • GF Value™: €11.56 vs. price of €9.85 (14.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:7BV stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


BrightView Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges BV:USA
Address 980 Jolly Road, Blue Bell, PA, USA, 19422
BrightView Holdings Inc is a provider of commercial landscaping services in the United States. The company provides commercial landscaping services, landscape maintenance, and enhancements to tree care and landscape development. It operates through two segments namely Maintenance Services, and Development Services. The Maintenance Services are self-performed through a national branch network and are route-based in nature. It includes mowing, gardening, mulching and snow removal, water management etc. And Development Services are comprised of sophisticated design, coordination, and installation of landscapes at recognizable corporate, athletic, and university complexes. The company generates a majority of its revenue from Maintenance Services.
74GF Score

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