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The historical rank and industry rank for Western Asset Global Defined Opp's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
GDO'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.87 Med: 17.5 Max: 48.39
Current: 5.79
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Western Asset Global Defined Opp was 48.39. The lowest was 0.87. And the median was 17.50.
GDO's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 79.1% of 938
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 14.495
vs GDO: 5.79
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.
Western Asset Global Defined Opp (NYSE:GDO) 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.
Western Asset Global Defined Opp's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Western Asset Global Defined Opp's share price for today is $10.24.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Western Asset Global Defined Opp's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $1.210.
* 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.
Western Asset Global Defined Opp EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Western Asset Global Defined Opp EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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 Asset Management subindustry, Western Asset Global Defined Opp'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.
Western Asset Global Defined Opp EV-to-FCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Western Asset Global Defined Opp's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Western Asset Global Defined Opp's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Western Asset Global Defined Opp's current Enterprise Value is $114.28 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Western Asset Global Defined Opp's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $19.73 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.
Western Asset Global Defined Opp (GDO) has a EV-to-FCF of 5.79 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Western Asset Global Defined Opp and its competitors. This is 67% below median its historical median of 17.50. Over the past decade, Western Asset Global Defined Opp's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 0.87 to 48.39. According to the industry distribution chart, Western Asset Global Defined Opp ranks #196 out of 938 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 20.9%.
Is Western Asset Global Defined Opp's EV-to-FCF too high?
Western Asset Global Defined Opp's current EV-to-FCF of 5.79 is 67% below median its 10-year median of 17.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.87 to a high of 48.39. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.50. Western Asset Global Defined Opp's value of 5.79 is 60.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Western Asset Global Defined Opp ranks #196 out of 938 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Western Asset Global Defined Opp has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Western Asset Global Defined Opp's EV-to-FCF compare to GLV and DTF?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Western Asset Global Defined Opp ranks #196 out of 938 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Western Asset Global Defined Opp in the top 21% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.50. Western Asset Global Defined Opp's value of 5.79 is 60.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Western Asset Global Defined Opp's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 0.87 to 48.39 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.50 vs. the industry median of 14.50, Western Asset Global Defined Opp 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Asset Management companies is 14.50, based on 938 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. Western Asset Global Defined Opp's current EV-to-FCF of 5.79 is 60.1% 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 Western Asset Global Defined Opp and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.50 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Western Asset Global Defined Opp's current EV-to-FCF is 5.79, which is 67% below median its own 10-year median of 17.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Western Asset Global Defined Opp stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Global Defined Opp (GDO) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.90, compared to a current price of $10.24 — trading 6.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 5.79, which is 67% below median its 10-year median of 17.50 and 60.1% below the Asset Management industry median of 14.50. Western Asset Global Defined Opp's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 3 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 Western Asset Global Defined Opp (GDO), the current EV-to-FCF is 5.79 as of Jul. 26, 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 Western Asset Global Defined Opp (GDO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Global Defined Opp stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $10.24 is trading 6.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $10.90.
GuruFocus considers Western Asset Global Defined Opp to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for GDO:
EV-to-FCF: 5.79 (67% below median its 10-year median of 17.50)
GF Value™: $10.90 vs. price of $10.24 (6.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 60.1% below the Asset Management median (#196 of 938)
No single metric tells the full story. See the GDO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Western Asset Global Defined Opp Business Description
Western Asset Global Corp Defined Opp is a closed-end management investment company with a primary investment objective to provide current income. Its secondary objective is to seek capital appreciation. The Fund invests in the United States and foreign corporate fixed-income securities of varying maturities.
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