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NetScout SystemsNTCT +0.52%56 EV-to-FCF is 8.25 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 27% below its 10-year median of 11.26. GuruFocus rates NTCT with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.61 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,599 Software companies, NetScout Systems ranks better than 72.92% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, NetScout Systems's Enterprise Value is $2,355.1 Mil.
NetScout Systems's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $285.4 Mil. Therefore, NetScout Systems's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.25.
The historical rank and industry rank for NetScout Systems's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
NTCT'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.07 Med: 11.26 Max: 31.27
Current: 8.25
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of NetScout Systems was 31.27. The lowest was 4.07. And the median was 11.26.
NTCT's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 72.92% of 1599
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.62
vs NTCT: 8.25
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.
NetScout Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
NetScout Systems's share price for today is $41.73.
NetScout Systems'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 $1.300.
* 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.
NetScout Systems EV-to-FCF Related Terms
NetScout Systems EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for NetScout Systems'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 Software - Infrastructure subindustry, NetScout Systems'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.
NetScout Systems EV-to-FCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, NetScout Systems's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where NetScout Systems's EV-to-FCF falls into.
NetScout Systems's current Enterprise Value is $2,355.1 Mil.
NetScout Systems'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 $285.4 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.
NetScout Systems (NTCT) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.25 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on NetScout Systems and its competitors. This is 27% below median its historical median of 11.26. Over the past decade, NetScout Systems' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.07 to 31.27. According to the industry distribution chart, NetScout Systems ranks #433 out of 1599 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 27.1%.
Is NetScout Systems' EV-to-FCF too high?
NetScout Systems' current EV-to-FCF of 8.25 is 27% below median its 10-year median of 11.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.07 to a high of 31.27. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.62. NetScout Systems' value of 8.25 is 43.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, NetScout Systems ranks #433 out of 1599 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, NetScout Systems has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NetScout Systems' EV-to-FCF compare to INFQ and PAY?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, NetScout Systems ranks #433 out of 1599 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts NetScout Systems in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.62. NetScout Systems' value of 8.25 is 43.6% below this benchmark. Historically, NetScout Systems' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.07 to 31.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.26 vs. the industry median of 14.62, NetScout Systems 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 14.62, based on 1,599 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. NetScout Systems's current EV-to-FCF of 8.25 is 43.6% 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 NetScout Systems and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.62 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. NetScout Systems's current EV-to-FCF is 8.25, which is 27% below median its own 10-year median of 11.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NetScout Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NetScout Systems (NTCT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.61, compared to a current price of $41.73 — trading 76.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.25, which is 27% below median its 10-year median of 11.26 and 43.6% below the Software industry median of 14.62. NetScout Systems' overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 7 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 NetScout Systems (NTCT), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.25 as of Jul. 21, 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 NetScout Systems (NTCT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NetScout Systems stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $41.73 is trading 76.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $23.61.
GuruFocus considers NetScout Systems to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NTCT:
EV-to-FCF: 8.25 (27% below median its 10-year median of 11.26)
GF Value™: $23.61 vs. price of $41.73 (76.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 43.6% below the Software median (#433 of 1599)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NTCT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
NetScout Systems Inc is engaged in providing enterprise network observability, carrier service assurance, cybersecurity, and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS), protection solutions. It bases its solutions on proprietary adaptive service intelligence technology, which helps customers monitor and identify performance issues and provides insight into network-based security threats. These solutions also deliver real-time and historical information, which provides insight to restore service and understand the quality of user experience. The company derives revenue from the sale of network management tools and security solutions. Its geographical regions include USA, which derives maximum revenue, Europe, Asia, and Rest of the World.
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