Korn Ferry (FRA:KFY) EV-to-FCF: 10.48 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 14% Below Median

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FRA:KFY Korn Ferry FRA:KFY
92 GF Score
Price €61.00
GF Value €58.97
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Korn Ferry EV-to-FCF?

Korn Ferry FRA:KFY +0.83% 92 EV-to-FCF is 10.48 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 12.19. GuruFocus rates FRA:KFY with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of €58.97 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 717 Business Services companies, Korn Ferry ranks better than 58.44% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Korn Ferry's Enterprise Value is €2,896 Mil. Korn Ferry's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €276 Mil. Therefore, Korn Ferry's EV-to-FCF for today is 10.48.

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

FRA:KFY' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -115.57   Med: 12.19   Max: 294.66
Current: 10.17

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Korn Ferry was 294.66. The lowest was -115.57. And the median was 12.19.

FRA:KFY's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
58.44% of 717 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.64 vs FRA:KFY: 10.17

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 (2026-07-14), Korn Ferry's stock price is €61.00. Korn Ferry's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €4.483. Therefore, Korn Ferry's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.61.


Korn Ferry  (FRA:KFY) 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.

Korn Ferry's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=61.00/4.483
=13.61

Korn Ferry's share price for today is €61.00.
Korn Ferry's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €4.483.

* 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.


Korn Ferry EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Korn Ferry EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Korn Ferry'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.

Korn Ferry EV-to-FCF Chart

Korn Ferry Annual Data
Trend Apr17 Apr18 Apr19 Apr20 Apr21 Apr22 Apr23 Apr24 Apr25 Apr26
EV-to-FCF
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Korn Ferry Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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 8.96 12.62 11.42 11.04 8.64

FRA:KFY vs RHI, TNET, MAN: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Korn Ferry'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.


Korn Ferry EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

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

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


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Korn Ferry EV-to-FCF Calculation

Korn Ferry's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=2895.679/276.305
=10.48

Korn Ferry's current Enterprise Value is €2,896 Mil.
Korn Ferry's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €276 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 10.48 mean?
Korn Ferry (FRA:KFY) has a EV-to-FCF of 10.48 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Korn Ferry and its competitors. This is 14% below median its historical median of 12.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Korn Ferry ranks #298 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 41.6%.
Is Korn Ferry's EV-to-FCF too high?
Korn Ferry's current EV-to-FCF of 10.48 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 12.19. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.64. Korn Ferry's value of 10.48 is 17.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Korn Ferry ranks #298 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Korn Ferry has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Korn Ferry's EV-to-FCF compare to RHI and TNET?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Korn Ferry ranks #298 out of 717 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Korn Ferry in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.64. Korn Ferry's value of 10.48 is 17.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.19 vs. the industry median of 12.64, Korn Ferry 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.64, based on 717 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. Korn Ferry's current EV-to-FCF of 10.48 is 17.1% 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 Korn Ferry and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Korn Ferry's current EV-to-FCF is 10.48, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 12.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Korn Ferry stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Korn Ferry (FRA:KFY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €58.97, compared to a current price of €61.00 — trading 3.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 10.48, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 12.19 and 17.1% below the Business Services industry median of 12.64. Korn Ferry's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 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 Korn Ferry (FRA:KFY), the current EV-to-FCF is 10.48 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 Korn Ferry (FRA:KFY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Korn Ferry stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €61.00 is trading 3.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €58.97. GuruFocus considers Korn Ferry to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:KFY:

  • EV-to-FCF: 10.48 (14% below median its 10-year median of 12.19)
  • GF Value™: €58.97 vs. price of €61.00 (3.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 17.1% below the Business Services median (#298 of 717)

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


Korn Ferry Business Description

Other Exchanges KFY:USA
Address 1900 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1225, Los Angeles, CA, USA, 90067
Korn Ferry is a consulting firm that powers performance. The Company helps unlock the potential in people and unleash transformation across organizations synchronizing, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. The company's segment includes Consulting, Digital, Executive Search North America, Executive Search EMEA, Executive Search APAC, Executive Search Latin America, Professional Search & Interim and RPO. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Executive Search segment and Consulting segment. The Executive search segment helps organizations recruit board-level, chief executive, and other C-suite/senior executive and general management talent to deliver lasting impact.
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