Gyldendal ASA (OSL:GYL) EV-to-FCF: 5.47 (As of Sep. 04, 2026) — Near Median

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OSL:GYL Gyldendal ASA OSL:GYL
59 GF Score
Price kr440.00
GF Value kr454.40
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Gyldendal ASA EV-to-FCF?

Gyldendal ASA OSL:GYL 59 EV-to-FCF is 5.47 as of Sep. 04, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 5.91. GuruFocus rates OSL:GYL with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of kr454.40 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 601 Media - Diversified companies, Gyldendal ASA ranks better than 73.04% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Gyldendal ASA's Enterprise Value is kr1,551 Mil. Gyldendal ASA's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr283 Mil. Therefore, Gyldendal ASA's EV-to-FCF for today is 5.47.

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

OSL:GYL' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -47.63   Med: 5.91   Max: 13.97
Current: 5.47

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Gyldendal ASA was 13.97. The lowest was -47.63. And the median was 5.91.

OSL:GYL's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
73.04% of 601 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.54 vs OSL:GYL: 5.47

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 (2026-09-04), Gyldendal ASA's stock price is kr440.00. Gyldendal ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr35.073. Therefore, Gyldendal ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.55.


Gyldendal ASA  (OSL:GYL) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=440.00/35.073
=12.55

Gyldendal ASA's share price for today is kr440.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gyldendal ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr35.073.

* 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.


Gyldendal ASA EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Gyldendal ASA EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gyldendal ASA'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.

Gyldendal ASA EV-to-FCF Chart

Gyldendal ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Gyldendal ASA Semi-Annual Data
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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 0.00 4.39 0.00 3.93 0.00

OSL:GYL vs NYT, WLY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, Gyldendal ASA'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.


Gyldendal ASA EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

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

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


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Gyldendal ASA EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1551.492/283.465
=5.47

Gyldendal ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr1,551 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gyldendal ASA's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr283 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 5.47 mean?
Gyldendal ASA (OSL:GYL) has a EV-to-FCF of 5.47 as of Sep. 04, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Gyldendal ASA and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 5.91. According to the industry distribution chart, Gyldendal ASA ranks #162 out of 601 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 27%.
Is Gyldendal ASA's EV-to-FCF too high?
Gyldendal ASA's current EV-to-FCF of 5.47 is near median its 10-year median of 5.91. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.54. Gyldendal ASA's value of 5.47 is 52.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gyldendal ASA ranks #162 out of 601 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Gyldendal ASA has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gyldendal ASA's EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Gyldendal ASA ranks #162 out of 601 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Gyldendal ASA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.54. Gyldendal ASA's value of 5.47 is 52.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.91 vs. the industry median of 11.54, Gyldendal ASA 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.54, based on 601 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. Gyldendal ASA's current EV-to-FCF of 5.47 is 52.6% 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 Gyldendal ASA and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gyldendal ASA's current EV-to-FCF is 5.47, which is near median its own 10-year median of 5.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gyldendal ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gyldendal ASA (OSL:GYL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr454.40, compared to a current price of kr440.00 — trading 3.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 5.47, which is near median its 10-year median of 5.91 and 52.6% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.54. Gyldendal ASA's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 4 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 Gyldendal ASA (OSL:GYL), the current EV-to-FCF is 5.47 as of Sep. 04, 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 Gyldendal ASA (OSL:GYL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gyldendal ASA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr440.00 is trading 3.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr454.40. GuruFocus considers Gyldendal ASA to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for OSL:GYL:

  • EV-to-FCF: 5.47 (near median its 10-year median of 5.91)
  • GF Value™: kr454.40 vs. price of kr440.00 (3.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 52.6% below the Media - Diversified median (#162 of 601)

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


Gyldendal ASA Business Description

Address Sehestedsgate 4, Oslo, NOR, 6860
Gyldendal ASA operates a publishing house in Norway. It offers a range of fiction, general literature, subject books and teaching materials in paper as well as electronic form. Gyldendal operates its bookstore chain through ARK Bokhandel AS.
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