GlobalDataGLDAF -1.44%86 EV-to-FCF is 17.19 as of Jun. 24, 2026, which is 58% below its 10-year median of 40.71. GuruFocus rates GLDAF with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.52 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 718 Business Services companies, GlobalData ranks worse than 66.02% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, GlobalData's Enterprise Value is $934.8 Mil.
GlobalData's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $54.4 Mil. Therefore, GlobalData's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.19.
The historical rank and industry rank for GlobalData's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
GLDAF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.95 Med: 40.71 Max: 88.7
Current: 18.82
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of GlobalData was 88.70. The lowest was 15.95. And the median was 40.71.
GLDAF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 66.02% of 718
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.425
vs GLDAF: 18.82
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.
GlobalData's share price for today is $1.37.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. GlobalData's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.059.
* 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.
GlobalData EV-to-FCF Related Terms
GlobalData EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for GlobalData'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 Consulting Services subindustry, GlobalData'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.
GlobalData EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, GlobalData's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where GlobalData's EV-to-FCF falls into.
GlobalData's current Enterprise Value is $934.8 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. GlobalData's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $54.4 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.
GlobalData (GLDAF) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.19 as of Jun. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on GlobalData and its competitors. This is 58% below median its historical median of 40.71. Over the past decade, GlobalData's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 15.95 to 88.70. According to the industry distribution chart, GlobalData ranks #474 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 66%.
Is GlobalData's EV-to-FCF too high?
GlobalData's current EV-to-FCF of 17.19 is 58% below median its 10-year median of 40.71. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.95 to a high of 88.70. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.43. GlobalData's value of 17.19 is 38.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, GlobalData ranks #474 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, GlobalData has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GlobalData's EV-to-FCF compare to VRSK and EFX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, GlobalData ranks #474 out of 718 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places GlobalData in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.43. GlobalData's value of 17.19 is 38.4% above this benchmark. Historically, GlobalData's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 15.95 to 88.70 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 40.71 vs. the industry median of 12.43, GlobalData has consistently been above 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 12.43, based on 718 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. GlobalData's current EV-to-FCF of 17.19 is 38.4% above 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 GlobalData and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. GlobalData's current EV-to-FCF is 17.19, which is 58% below median its own 10-year median of 40.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is GlobalData stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GlobalData (GLDAF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.52, compared to a current price of $1.37 — trading 45.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.19, which is 58% below median its 10-year median of 40.71 and 38.4% above the Business Services industry median of 12.43. GlobalData's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 1 warning sign 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 GlobalData (GLDAF), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.19 as of Jun. 24, 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 GlobalData (GLDAF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GlobalData stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $1.37 is trading 45.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $2.52.
GuruFocus considers GlobalData to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for GLDAF:
EV-to-FCF: 17.19 (58% below median its 10-year median of 40.71)
GF Value™: $2.52 vs. price of $1.37 (45.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 38.4% above the Business Services median (#474 of 718)
No single metric tells the full story. See the GLDAF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
GlobalData PLC is engaged in providing a data, analytics, and insights platform that supports decision-making for businesses through proprietary data, research, and AI-driven intelligence solutions. The company provides subscription-based access to its analytics platforms along with ancillary services such as consulting, single-copy reports, custom research, and industry events. The company operates through two reportable segments: Data, Analytics and Insights: Healthcare, which provides intelligence and analytics services related to the healthcare industry, and Data, Analytics and Insights: Non-Healthcare, which provides data, research, and analytics across various non-healthcare industries.
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