Informa (LSE:INF) EV-to-FCF: 19.31 (As of Jul. 10, 2026) — 21% Below Median


LSE:INF Informa PLC LSE:INF
82 GF Score
Price £8.93
GF Value £11.26
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Informa EV-to-FCF?

Informa LSE:INF +1.06% 82 EV-to-FCF is 19.31 as of Jul. 10, 2026, which is 21% below its 10-year median of 24.39. GuruFocus rates LSE:INF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of £11.26 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 612 Media - Diversified companies, Informa ranks worse than 64.87% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Informa's Enterprise Value is £14,833 Mil. Informa's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £768 Mil. Therefore, Informa's EV-to-FCF for today is 19.31.

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

LSE:INF' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -54.88   Med: 24.39   Max: 31.69
Current: 19.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Informa was 31.69. The lowest was -54.88. And the median was 24.39.

LSE:INF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
64.87% of 612 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.635 vs LSE:INF: 19.31

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 (2026-07-10), Informa's stock price is £8.934. Informa's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £0.008. Therefore, Informa's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 1,116.75.


Informa  (LSE:INF) 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.

Informa's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.934/0.008
=1,116.75

Informa's share price for today is £8.934.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Informa's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £0.008.

* 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.


Informa EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Informa EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Informa'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.

Informa EV-to-FCF Chart

Informa Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Informa Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 24.80 0.00 20.65 0.00 19.62

LSE:INF vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, Informa'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.


Informa EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Informa's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Informa EV-to-FCF Calculation

Informa's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=14833.119/768
=19.31

Informa's current Enterprise Value is £14,833 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Informa's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £768 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 19.31 mean?
Informa (LSE:INF) has a EV-to-FCF of 19.31 as of Jul. 10, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Informa and its competitors. This is 21% below median its historical median of 24.39. According to the industry distribution chart, Informa ranks #397 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 64.9%.
Is Informa's EV-to-FCF too high?
Informa's current EV-to-FCF of 19.31 is 21% below median its 10-year median of 24.39. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.64. Informa's value of 19.31 is 66% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Informa ranks #397 out of 612 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Informa has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Informa's EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Informa ranks #397 out of 612 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Informa in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.64. Informa's value of 19.31 is 66% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 24.39 vs. the industry median of 11.64, Informa 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.64, based on 612 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. Informa's current EV-to-FCF of 19.31 is 66% 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 Informa and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Informa's current EV-to-FCF is 19.31, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 24.39. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Informa stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Informa (LSE:INF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £11.26, compared to a current price of £8.93 — trading 20.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 19.31, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 24.39 and 66% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.64. Informa's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Informa (LSE:INF), the current EV-to-FCF is 19.31 as of Jul. 10, 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 Informa (LSE:INF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Informa stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £8.93 is trading 20.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of £11.26. GuruFocus considers Informa to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:INF:

  • EV-to-FCF: 19.31 (21% below median its 10-year median of 24.39)
  • GF Value™: £11.26 vs. price of £8.93 (20.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 66% above the Media - Diversified median (#397 of 612)

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


Informa Business Description

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Informa PLC is an international events, digital services, and academic research group. The group's reportable segments are Live B2B Events, which comprises Informa Markets, Informa Connect, and Informa Festivals, Informa Tech, and Taylor & Francis. The Informa Markets segment generates the highest revenue, connecting buyers and sellers across various specialist markets, including boating, pharmaceuticals, food, fashion, and infrastructure. This is achieved by delivering transaction-focused live events, such as exhibitions, specialist digital content, and targeted digital services, including data-driven demand generation products. It generates half its revenue from North America, followed by Asia.
82GF Score

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