Pathos Communications (LSE:NEWS) EV-to-FCF: -84.73 (As of Sep. 17, 2026)

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What is Pathos Communications EV-to-FCF?

Pathos Communications LSE:NEWS 16 EV-to-FCF is -84.73 as of Sep. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates LSE:NEWS with a GF Score™ of 16/100. Among 608 Media - Diversified companies, Pathos Communications ranks worse than 164473.52% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Pathos Communications's Enterprise Value is £14.83 Mil. Pathos Communications's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £-0.18 Mil. Therefore, Pathos Communications's EV-to-FCF for today is -84.73.

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

LSE:NEWS' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -228.98   Med: 2.66   Max: 3.75
Current: -86.68

During the past 4 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Pathos Communications was 3.75. The lowest was -228.98. And the median was 2.66.

LSE:NEWS's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 608 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.29 vs LSE:NEWS: -86.68

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 (2026-09-17), Pathos Communications's stock price is £0.27. Pathos Communications's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £-0.006. Therefore, Pathos Communications's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Pathos Communications  (LSE:NEWS) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.27/-0.006
=At Loss

Pathos Communications's share price for today is £0.27.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Pathos Communications's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £-0.006.

* 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.


Pathos Communications EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Pathos Communications EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pathos Communications'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.

Pathos Communications EV-to-FCF Chart

Pathos Communications Annual Data
Trend Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
0.00 0.00 0.00 37.28

Pathos Communications Semi-Annual Data
Dec22 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 0.00 0.00 37.28 0.00

LSE:NEWS vs APP, OMC, TTD: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Pathos Communications'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.


Pathos Communications EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

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

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


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Pathos Communications EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=14.827/-0.175
=-84.73

Pathos Communications's current Enterprise Value is £14.83 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Pathos Communications's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £-0.18 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 -84.73 mean?
Pathos Communications (LSE:NEWS) has a EV-to-FCF of -84.73 as of Sep. 17, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Pathos Communications and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Pathos Communications ranks #999999 out of 608 companies in the Media - Diversified industry.
Is Pathos Communications' EV-to-FCF too high?
Pathos Communications' current EV-to-FCF is -84.73. Based on the distribution chart, Pathos Communications ranks #999999 out of 608 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Pathos Communications has a GF Score™ of 16/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pathos Communications' EV-to-FCF compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Pathos Communications ranks #999999 out of 608 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Pathos Communications in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.29. 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 11.29, based on 608 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. 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 Pathos Communications and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.29 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pathos Communications's current EV-to-FCF is -84.73. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pathos Communications stock overvalued right now?
Pathos Communications (LSE:NEWS) has a current EV-to-FCF of -84.73. The current EV-to-FCF is -84.73. Pathos Communications' overall GF Score™ is 16/100. 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 Pathos Communications (LSE:NEWS), the current EV-to-FCF is -84.73 as of Sep. 17, 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.

Pathos Communications Business Description

Address 101 New Cavendish Street, 1st Floor South, London, GBR, W1W 6XH
Pathos Communications PLC specializes in creative engagement, strategic communications, and brand reputation management while remaining rooted in a deep understanding of each client's goals, voice, and vision. It offers a comprehensive range of services designed to help clients minimize risk, boost audience interaction, and maximize their return on investment (ROI).
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