HMS Networks AB (OSTO:HMS) EV-to-FCF: 35.52 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — Near Median

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OSTO:HMS HMS Networks AB OSTO:HMS
97 GF Score
Price kr483.80
GF Value kr511.42
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is HMS Networks AB EV-to-FCF?

HMS Networks AB OSTO:HMS -1.27% 97 EV-to-FCF is 35.52 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 6% below its 10-year median of 37.66. GuruFocus rates OSTO:HMS with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of kr511.42 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,334 Hardware companies, HMS Networks AB ranks worse than 62.74% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, HMS Networks AB's Enterprise Value is kr26,428 Mil. HMS Networks AB's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr744 Mil. Therefore, HMS Networks AB's EV-to-FCF for today is 35.52.

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

OSTO:HMS' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 21.02   Med: 37.66   Max: 65.47
Current: 35.63

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of HMS Networks AB was 65.47. The lowest was 21.02. And the median was 37.66.

OSTO:HMS's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
62.74% of 1334 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.855 vs OSTO:HMS: 35.63

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), HMS Networks AB's stock price is kr483.80. HMS Networks AB's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr9.590. Therefore, HMS Networks AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 50.45.


HMS Networks AB  (OSTO:HMS) 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.

HMS Networks AB's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=483.80/9.590
=50.45

HMS Networks AB's share price for today is kr483.80.
HMS Networks AB'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 kr9.590.

* 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.


HMS Networks AB EV-to-FCF Related Terms


HMS Networks AB EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HMS Networks AB'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.

HMS Networks AB EV-to-FCF Chart

HMS Networks AB Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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HMS Networks AB Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 41.05 36.04 32.88 31.17 31.13

OSTO:HMS vs CSCO, CIEN, MSI: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, HMS Networks AB'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.


HMS Networks AB EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, HMS Networks AB's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where HMS Networks AB's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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HMS Networks AB EV-to-FCF Calculation

HMS Networks AB's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=26427.865/744
=35.52

HMS Networks AB's current Enterprise Value is kr26,428 Mil.
HMS Networks AB'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 kr744 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 35.52 mean?
HMS Networks AB (OSTO:HMS) has a EV-to-FCF of 35.52 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on HMS Networks AB and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 37.66. Over the past decade, HMS Networks AB's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 21.02 to 65.47. According to the industry distribution chart, HMS Networks AB ranks #837 out of 1334 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 62.7%.
Is HMS Networks AB's EV-to-FCF too high?
HMS Networks AB's current EV-to-FCF of 35.52 is near median its 10-year median of 37.66. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 21.02 to a high of 65.47. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.86. HMS Networks AB's value of 35.52 is 55.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HMS Networks AB ranks #837 out of 1334 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, HMS Networks AB has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HMS Networks AB's EV-to-FCF compare to CSCO and CIEN?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, HMS Networks AB ranks #837 out of 1334 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places HMS Networks AB in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.86. HMS Networks AB's value of 35.52 is 55.4% above this benchmark. Historically, HMS Networks AB's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 21.02 to 65.47 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 37.66 vs. the industry median of 22.86, HMS Networks AB has consistently been above 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.86, based on 1,334 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. HMS Networks AB's current EV-to-FCF of 35.52 is 55.4% above 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 HMS Networks AB and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HMS Networks AB's current EV-to-FCF is 35.52, which is near median its own 10-year median of 37.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HMS Networks AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HMS Networks AB (OSTO:HMS) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr511.42, compared to a current price of kr483.80 — trading 5.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 35.52, which is near median its 10-year median of 37.66 and 55.4% above the Hardware industry median of 22.86. HMS Networks AB's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 with 2 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 HMS Networks AB (OSTO:HMS), the current EV-to-FCF is 35.52 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 HMS Networks AB (OSTO:HMS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HMS Networks AB stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr483.80 is trading 5.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr511.42. GuruFocus considers HMS Networks AB to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for OSTO:HMS:

  • EV-to-FCF: 35.52 (near median its 10-year median of 37.66)
  • GF Value™: kr511.42 vs. price of kr483.80 (5.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 97/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 55.4% above the Hardware median (#837 of 1334)

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


HMS Networks AB Business Description

Address Stationsgatan 37, Box 4126, Halmstad, SWE, SE-300 04
HMS Networks AB supplies proprietary, patented technology for intelligent industrial communication. It develops and manufactures solutions for connecting industrial products to networks and gateways, thus enabling interconnection between various networks. The group sells products in various countries, including Germany. Its operating segments include Industrial Data Solutions, Industrial Network Technology, and New Industries. The brands of the company are Anybus, Red Lion, N-Tron, Ewon, Intesis, Ixxat, Owasys, and PEAK-System.
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