RTC Group (LSE:RTC) EV-to-FCF: 1.91 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — 57% Below Median

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LSE:RTC RTC Group PLC LSE:RTC
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What is RTC Group EV-to-FCF?

RTC Group LSE:RTC -7.69% 60 EV-to-FCF is 1.91 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 57% below its 10-year median of 4.47. GuruFocus rates LSE:RTC with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.84 (Fairly Valued). Among 718 Business Services companies, RTC Group ranks better than 92.2% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, RTC Group's Enterprise Value is £9.57 Mil. RTC Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £5.01 Mil. Therefore, RTC Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 1.91.

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

LSE:RTC' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -749.39   Med: 4.47   Max: 139.81
Current: 2.1

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of RTC Group was 139.81. The lowest was -749.39. And the median was 4.47.

LSE:RTC's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
92.2% of 718 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.625 vs LSE:RTC: 2.10

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 (2026-07-15), RTC Group's stock price is £0.90. RTC Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £0.140. Therefore, RTC Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.43.


RTC Group  (LSE:RTC) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.90/0.140
=6.43

RTC Group's share price for today is £0.90.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. RTC Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £0.140.

* 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.


RTC Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms


RTC Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for RTC 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.

RTC Group EV-to-FCF Chart

RTC Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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RTC Group Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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LSE:RTC vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, RTC 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.


RTC Group EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, RTC Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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RTC Group EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=9.572/5.009
=1.91

RTC Group's current Enterprise Value is £9.57 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. RTC Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £5.01 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 1.91 mean?
RTC Group (LSE:RTC) has a EV-to-FCF of 1.91 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on RTC Group and its competitors. This is 57% below median its historical median of 4.47. According to the industry distribution chart, RTC Group ranks #56 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 7.8%.
Is RTC Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
RTC Group's current EV-to-FCF of 1.91 is 57% below median its 10-year median of 4.47. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.63. RTC Group's value of 1.91 is 84.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, RTC Group ranks #56 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, RTC Group has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RTC Group's EV-to-FCF compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, RTC Group ranks #56 out of 718 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places RTC Group in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.63. RTC Group's value of 1.91 is 84.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.47 vs. the industry median of 12.63, RTC 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.63, 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. RTC Group's current EV-to-FCF of 1.91 is 84.9% 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 RTC Group and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RTC Group's current EV-to-FCF is 1.91, which is 57% below median its own 10-year median of 4.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is RTC Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RTC Group (LSE:RTC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.84, compared to a current price of £0.90 — trading 7.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 1.91, which is 57% below median its 10-year median of 4.47 and 84.9% below the Business Services industry median of 12.63. RTC Group's overall GF Score™ is 60/100. 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 RTC Group (LSE:RTC), the current EV-to-FCF is 1.91 as of Jul. 15, 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 RTC Group (LSE:RTC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RTC Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £0.90 is trading 7.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of £0.84. GuruFocus considers RTC Group to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:RTC:

  • EV-to-FCF: 1.91 (57% below median its 10-year median of 4.47)
  • GF Value™: £0.84 vs. price of £0.90 (7.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100
  • Industry Position: 84.9% below the Business Services median (#56 of 718)

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


RTC Group Business Description

Address London Road, The Derby Conference Centre, Derby, GBR, DE24 8UX
RTC Group PLC is a holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, it is engaged in the provision of engineering and technical recruitment services that provide temporary and permanent labor to a broad range of industries and customers in both domestic and international markets. It focuses on white and blue-collar recruitment, providing temporary, permanent, and contingent staff to a range of industries and clients in both domestic and international markets. The Group's operating segments include UK Recruitment, UK Central Services, and International Recruitment. The majority of its revenues are generated from the UK Recruitment segment. Geographically, the group derives maximum revenue from the United Kingdom, and the rest from the United States and the Middle East.
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