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EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Detection Technology's Enterprise Value is €96.78 Mil.
Detection Technology's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-6.03 Mil. Therefore, Detection Technology's EV-to-FCF for today is -16.05.
The historical rank and industry rank for Detection Technology's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
OHEL:DETEC'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -307.52 Med: -31.44 Max: 1008.27
Current: -16.05
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Detection Technology was 1008.27. The lowest was -307.52. And the median was -31.44.
OHEL:DETEC's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 100% of 1242
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.375
vs OHEL:DETEC: -16.05
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.
Detection Technology's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Detection Technology's share price for today is €7.98.
Detection Technology's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.460.
* 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.
Detection Technology EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Detection Technology EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Detection Technology'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.
OHEL:DETEC vs COHR, KEYS, GRMN: EV-to-FCF Comparison
For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Detection Technology'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.
Detection Technology EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Detection Technology's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Detection Technology's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Detection Technology's current Enterprise Value is €96.78 Mil.
Detection Technology's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-6.03 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.
Detection Technology (OHEL:DETEC) has a EV-to-FCF of -16.05 as of Aug. 23, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Detection Technology and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Detection Technology ranks #999999 out of 1242 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Detection Technology's EV-to-FCF too high?
Detection Technology's current EV-to-FCF is -16.05. Based on the distribution chart, Detection Technology ranks #999999 out of 1242 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Detection Technology has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Detection Technology's EV-to-FCF compare to COHR and KEYS?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Detection Technology ranks #999999 out of 1242 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Detection Technology in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.38. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.38, based on 1,242 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 Detection Technology and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Detection Technology's current EV-to-FCF is -16.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Detection Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Detection Technology (OHEL:DETEC) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €14.79, compared to a current price of €7.98 — trading 46% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -16.05. Detection Technology's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Detection Technology (OHEL:DETEC), the current EV-to-FCF is -16.05 as of Aug. 23, 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 Detection Technology (OHEL:DETEC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Detection Technology stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €7.98 is trading 46% below its estimated GF Value™ of €14.79.
GuruFocus considers Detection Technology to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for OHEL:DETEC:
EV-to-FCF: -16.05
GF Value™: €14.79 vs. price of €7.98 (46% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the OHEL:DETEC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Detection Technology PLC is a company engaged in providing X-ray imaging subsystems, components and services for medical, security and industrial applications. The business units of the company are the Medical business unit and Security and Industrial business unit, of which prime revenue is derived from the Security Business Unit. Its security imaging offering includes X-ray imaging subsystems for security applications from baggage, parcel and cargo scanning to personnel screening and computed tomography. The company operates in Finland, APAC, EMEA and Americas.
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