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SoftcatFRA:SF5 -0.87%81 EV-to-FCF is 20.45 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 30% below its 10-year median of 29.19. GuruFocus rates FRA:SF5 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €30.07. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,290 Hardware companies, Softcat ranks better than 54.03% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Softcat's Enterprise Value is €4,353 Mil.
Softcat's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €213 Mil. Therefore, Softcat's EV-to-FCF for today is 20.45.
The historical rank and industry rank for Softcat's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:SF5'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.96 Med: 29.19 Max: 68.88
Current: 20.29
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Softcat was 68.88. The lowest was 16.96. And the median was 29.19.
FRA:SF5's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 54.03% of 1290
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.78
vs FRA:SF5: 20.29
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.
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.
Softcat's share price for today is €22.80.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Softcat's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €0.809.
* 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.
Softcat EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Softcat EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Softcat'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 Electronics & Computer Distribution subindustry, Softcat'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.
Softcat EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Softcat's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Softcat's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Softcat's current Enterprise Value is €4,353 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Softcat's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €213 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.
Softcat (FRA:SF5) has a EV-to-FCF of 20.45 as of Aug. 12, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Softcat and its competitors. This is 30% below median its historical median of 29.19. Over the past decade, Softcat's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 16.96 to 68.88. According to the industry distribution chart, Softcat ranks #593 out of 1290 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 46%.
Is Softcat's EV-to-FCF too high?
Softcat's current EV-to-FCF of 20.45 is 30% below median its 10-year median of 29.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.96 to a high of 68.88. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.78. Softcat's value of 20.45 is 10.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Softcat ranks #593 out of 1290 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Softcat has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Softcat's EV-to-FCF compare to SNX and ARW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Softcat ranks #593 out of 1290 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Softcat in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.78. Softcat's value of 20.45 is 10.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Softcat's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 16.96 to 68.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 29.19 vs. the industry median of 22.78, Softcat 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 22.78, based on 1,290 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. Softcat's current EV-to-FCF of 20.45 is 10.2% 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 Softcat and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Softcat's current EV-to-FCF is 20.45, which is 30% below median its own 10-year median of 29.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Softcat stock overvalued right now?
Softcat (FRA:SF5) has a current EV-to-FCF of 20.45. The stock's GF Value™ is €30.07, compared to a current price of €22.80 — trading 24.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 20.45, which is 30% below median its 10-year median of 29.19 and 10.2% below the Hardware industry median of 22.78. Softcat'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 Softcat (FRA:SF5), the current EV-to-FCF is 20.45 as of Aug. 12, 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 Softcat (FRA:SF5) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Softcat stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €22.80 is trading 24.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €30.07.
Key valuation signals for FRA:SF5:
EV-to-FCF: 20.45 (30% below median its 10-year median of 29.19)
GF Value™: €30.07 vs. price of €22.80 (24.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 10.2% below the Hardware median (#593 of 1290)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:SF5 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Softcat PLC is an information technology infrastructure and service provider offering software licensing, workplace technology, networking and security, and cloud and data center solutions to corporates, public sector organizations, and small to medium-sized businesses, with the latter being the main business provider. It earns revenue from software, hardware, and services, including its own services, with the majority derived from software products. Its solutions include Workspace, Cyber Security, Networking and Connectivity, Data, Automation and AI, and Hybrid Cloud Solutions. The company serves Small to Medium Businesses, Enterprise, Multinational Services, and the Public Sector including healthcare, education, government, defence, police, and emergency services.
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