Inspiration Healthcare Group (LSE:IHC) EV-to-FCF: 5.75 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 305% Above Median

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LSE:IHC Inspiration Healthcare Group PLC LSE:IHC
48 GF Score
Price £0.18
GF Value £0.22
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Inspiration Healthcare Group EV-to-FCF?

Inspiration Healthcare Group LSE:IHC 48 EV-to-FCF is 5.75 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 305% above its 10-year median of 1.42. GuruFocus rates LSE:IHC with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.22 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 414 Medical Devices & Instruments companies, Inspiration Healthcare Group ranks better than 90.58% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Inspiration Healthcare Group's Enterprise Value is £26.29 Mil. Inspiration Healthcare Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £4.57 Mil. Therefore, Inspiration Healthcare Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 5.75.

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

LSE:IHC' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -361.46   Med: 1.42   Max: 100.38
Current: 6.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Inspiration Healthcare Group was 100.38. The lowest was -361.46. And the median was 1.42.

LSE:IHC's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
90.58% of 414 companies
in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry
Industry Median: 23.695 vs LSE:IHC: 6.14

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 (2026-07-16), Inspiration Healthcare Group's stock price is £0.175. Inspiration Healthcare Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £-0.012. Therefore, Inspiration Healthcare Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Inspiration Healthcare Group  (LSE:IHC) 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.

Inspiration Healthcare Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.175/-0.012
=At Loss

Inspiration Healthcare Group's share price for today is £0.175.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Inspiration Healthcare Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £-0.012.

* 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.


Inspiration Healthcare Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Inspiration Healthcare Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Inspiration Healthcare Group'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.

Inspiration Healthcare Group EV-to-FCF Chart

Inspiration Healthcare Group Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
EV-to-FCF
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Inspiration Healthcare Group Semi-Annual Data
Jul16 Jan17 Jul17 Jan18 Jul18 Jan19 Jul19 Jan20 Jul20 Jan21 Jul21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
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LSE:IHC vs ABT, SYK, MDT: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Medical Devices subindustry, Inspiration Healthcare Group'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.


Inspiration Healthcare Group EV-to-FCF vs Medical Devices & Instruments Industry

For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry and Healthcare sector, Inspiration Healthcare Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Inspiration Healthcare Group EV-to-FCF Calculation

Inspiration Healthcare Group's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=26.285/4.57
=5.75

Inspiration Healthcare Group's current Enterprise Value is £26.29 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Inspiration Healthcare Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £4.57 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 5.75 mean?
Inspiration Healthcare Group (LSE:IHC) has a EV-to-FCF of 5.75 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Inspiration Healthcare Group and its competitors. This is 305% above median its historical median of 1.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Inspiration Healthcare Group ranks #39 out of 414 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, placing it in the top 9.4%.
Is Inspiration Healthcare Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Inspiration Healthcare Group's current EV-to-FCF of 5.75 is 305% above median its 10-year median of 1.42. The Medical Devices & Instruments industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.70. Inspiration Healthcare Group's value of 5.75 is 75.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Inspiration Healthcare Group ranks #39 out of 414 companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Inspiration Healthcare Group has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Inspiration Healthcare Group's EV-to-FCF compare to ABT and SYK?
According to the Medical Devices & Instruments industry distribution chart, Inspiration Healthcare Group ranks #39 out of 414 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Inspiration Healthcare Group in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.70. Inspiration Healthcare Group's value of 5.75 is 75.7% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.42 vs. the industry median of 23.70, Inspiration Healthcare Group 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Medical Devices & Instruments companies is 23.70, based on 414 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. Inspiration Healthcare Group's current EV-to-FCF of 5.75 is 75.7% 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 Inspiration Healthcare Group and its competitors. For the Medical Devices & Instruments industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 23.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Inspiration Healthcare Group's current EV-to-FCF is 5.75, which is 305% above median its own 10-year median of 1.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Inspiration Healthcare Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Inspiration Healthcare Group (LSE:IHC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.22, compared to a current price of £0.18 — trading 20.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 5.75, which is 305% above median its 10-year median of 1.42 and 75.7% below the Medical Devices & Instruments industry median of 23.70. Inspiration Healthcare Group's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 6 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 Inspiration Healthcare Group (LSE:IHC), the current EV-to-FCF is 5.75 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 Inspiration Healthcare Group (LSE:IHC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Inspiration Healthcare Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £0.18 is trading 20.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of £0.22. GuruFocus considers Inspiration Healthcare Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:IHC:

  • EV-to-FCF: 5.75 (305% above median its 10-year median of 1.42)
  • GF Value™: £0.22 vs. price of £0.18 (20.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 75.7% below the Medical Devices & Instruments median (#39 of 414)

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


Inspiration Healthcare Group Business Description

Address Unit 7/8 Commerce Park, Commerce Way, Croydon, GBR, CR0 4YL
Inspiration Healthcare Group PLC supplies outcome-improving medical devices in the areas of neonatal intensive care and patient warming. It operates in the Critical Care Medical Devices segment which includes Critical Care, Operating Theatre, and Home Healthcare. The company derives the maximum of its revenue from the United Kingdom through the Critical Care market division.
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