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Kelly ServicesKELYA +7.54%66 EV-to-FCF is 10.97 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 12% below its 10-year median of 12.47. GuruFocus rates KELYA with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.15 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 718 Business Services companies, Kelly Services ranks better than 57.1% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Kelly Services's Enterprise Value is $726 Mil.
Kelly Services's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $66 Mil. Therefore, Kelly Services's EV-to-FCF for today is 10.97.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kelly Services's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
KELYA'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -83.48 Med: 12.47 Max: 418.03
Current: 10.97
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Kelly Services was 418.03. The lowest was -83.48. And the median was 12.47.
KELYA's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 57.1% of 718
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.62
vs KELYA: 10.97
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.
Kelly Services's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Kelly Services's share price for today is $15.41.
Kelly Services's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-7.600.
* 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.
Kelly Services EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Kelly Services EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Kelly Services'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 Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Kelly Services'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.
Kelly Services EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Kelly Services's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kelly Services's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Kelly Services's current Enterprise Value is $726 Mil.
Kelly Services's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $66 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.
Kelly Services (KELYA) has a EV-to-FCF of 10.97 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Kelly Services and its competitors. This is 12% below median its historical median of 12.47. According to the industry distribution chart, Kelly Services ranks #308 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 42.9%.
Is Kelly Services' EV-to-FCF too high?
Kelly Services' current EV-to-FCF of 10.97 is 12% below median its 10-year median of 12.47. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.62. Kelly Services' value of 10.97 is 13.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kelly Services ranks #308 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kelly Services has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kelly Services' EV-to-FCF compare to TBI and HQI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Kelly Services ranks #308 out of 718 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Kelly Services in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.62. Kelly Services' value of 10.97 is 13.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.47 vs. the industry median of 12.62, Kelly Services 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 12.62, 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. Kelly Services's current EV-to-FCF of 10.97 is 13.1% 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 Kelly Services and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.62 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kelly Services's current EV-to-FCF is 10.97, which is 12% below median its own 10-year median of 12.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kelly Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelly Services (KELYA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.15, compared to a current price of $15.41 — trading 8.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 10.97, which is 12% below median its 10-year median of 12.47 and 13.1% below the Business Services industry median of 12.62. Kelly Services' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 11 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 Kelly Services (KELYA), the current EV-to-FCF is 10.97 as of Jul. 16, 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 Kelly Services (KELYA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelly Services stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $15.41 is trading 8.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.15.
GuruFocus considers Kelly Services to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for KELYA:
EV-to-FCF: 10.97 (12% below median its 10-year median of 12.47)
GF Value™: $14.15 vs. price of $15.41 (8.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 13.1% below the Business Services median (#308 of 718)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KELYA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kelly Services Inc is a specialty talent solutions company. The company operates through three reportable segments: i) Enterprise Talent Management, which provides temporary staffing, outsourcing, and permanent placement services across industrial, contact center, and clerical roles, ii) Science, Engineering & Technology, which supplies specialized talent across multiple industries, and iii) Education, which delivers staffing, placement, and executive search services to Pre-K-12 school districts and education organizations in the United States. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Enterprise Talent Management segment. Geographically, it generates the maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Europe and the Asia-Pacific Region.
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