PLDT (FRA:PLO) EV-to-FCF: 13.08 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 54% Below Median

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FRA:PLO PLDT Inc FRA:PLO
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Price €15.90
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What is PLDT EV-to-FCF?

PLDT FRA:PLO -0.62% 81 EV-to-FCF is 13.08 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 54% below its 10-year median of 28.51. GuruFocus rates FRA:PLO with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €17.71. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 254 Telecommunication Services companies, PLDT ranks better than 57.48% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, PLDT's Enterprise Value is €8,343 Mil. PLDT's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €638 Mil. Therefore, PLDT's EV-to-FCF for today is 13.08.

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

FRA:PLO' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4442.12   Med: 28.51   Max: 259.86
Current: 13.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of PLDT was 259.86. The lowest was -4442.12. And the median was 28.51.

FRA:PLO's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
57.48% of 254 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 15.125 vs FRA:PLO: 13.48

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 (2026-08-19), PLDT's stock price is €15.90. PLDT's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1.765. Therefore, PLDT's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.01.


PLDT  (FRA:PLO) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=15.90/1.765
=9.01

PLDT's share price for today is €15.90.
PLDT'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 €1.765.

* 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.


PLDT EV-to-FCF Related Terms


PLDT EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PLDT'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.

PLDT EV-to-FCF Chart

PLDT Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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PLDT 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 48.04 33.22 17.41 16.58 13.19

FRA:PLO vs VZ, TMUS, T: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, PLDT'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.


PLDT EV-to-FCF vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, PLDT's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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PLDT EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=8342.974/637.679
=13.08

PLDT's current Enterprise Value is €8,343 Mil.
PLDT'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 €638 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 13.08 mean?
PLDT (FRA:PLO) has a EV-to-FCF of 13.08 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on PLDT and its competitors. This is 54% below median its historical median of 28.51. According to the industry distribution chart, PLDT ranks #108 out of 254 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 42.5%.
Is PLDT's EV-to-FCF too high?
PLDT's current EV-to-FCF of 13.08 is 54% below median its 10-year median of 28.51. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.13. PLDT's value of 13.08 is 13.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PLDT ranks #108 out of 254 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, PLDT has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PLDT's EV-to-FCF compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, PLDT ranks #108 out of 254 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts PLDT in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.13. PLDT's value of 13.08 is 13.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 28.51 vs. the industry median of 15.13, PLDT 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Telecommunication Services companies is 15.13, based on 254 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. PLDT's current EV-to-FCF of 13.08 is 13.5% 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 PLDT and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PLDT's current EV-to-FCF is 13.08, which is 54% below median its own 10-year median of 28.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PLDT stock overvalued right now?
PLDT (FRA:PLO) has a current EV-to-FCF of 13.08. The stock's GF Value™ is €17.71, compared to a current price of €15.90 — trading 10.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 13.08, which is 54% below median its 10-year median of 28.51 and 13.5% below the Telecommunication Services industry median of 15.13. PLDT's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 PLDT (FRA:PLO), the current EV-to-FCF is 13.08 as of Aug. 19, 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 PLDT (FRA:PLO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PLDT stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €15.90 is trading 10.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €17.71.

Key valuation signals for FRA:PLO:

  • EV-to-FCF: 13.08 (54% below median its 10-year median of 28.51)
  • GF Value™: €17.71 vs. price of €15.90 (10.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 13.5% below the Telecommunication Services median (#108 of 254)

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


PLDT Business Description

Address Makati Avenue, Corner Ayala Avenue, Ramon Cojuangco Building, Legaspi Village, Metro Manila, Makati City, PHL, 1200
PLDT Inc is a telecommunications and digital services provider. The group has three reportable operating segments: Wireless, Fixed Line, and Others. Maximum revenue is generated from its Fixed Line segment, which offers fixed line telecommunications services, servicing retail, corporate, and small and medium-sized enterprises clients. The Fixed Line business segment offers data, voice, and miscellaneous services. It also offers secure data centers, multi-cloud, cybersecurity, data, and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions through different subsidiaries. The Wireless segment generates revenue by offering access to mobile internet via smartphones, mobile broadband using pocket WiFi, or home WiFi using fixed wireless broadband devices. Geographically, the group operates in the Philippines.
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