poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) EV-to-FCF: -22.55 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


OSTO:PLTO poLight ASA OSTO:PLTO
43 GF Score
Price kr5.98
GF Value kr2.51
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is poLight ASA EV-to-FCF?

poLight ASA OSTO:PLTO 43 EV-to-FCF is -22.55 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates OSTO:PLTO with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of kr2.51. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,331 Hardware companies, poLight ASA ranks worse than 75131.4% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, poLight ASA's Enterprise Value is kr1,902.08 Mil. poLight ASA's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr-84.35 Mil. Therefore, poLight ASA's EV-to-FCF for today is -22.55.

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

OSTO:PLTo' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -58.36   Med: -8.38   Max: 0.33
Current: -22.55

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of poLight ASA was 0.33. The lowest was -58.36. And the median was -8.38.

OSTO:PLTo's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1331 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 23.2 vs OSTO:PLTo: -22.55

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 (2026-06-29), poLight ASA's stock price is kr5.98132. poLight ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr-0.590. Therefore, poLight ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


poLight ASA  (OSTO:PLTo) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.98132/-0.590
=At Loss

poLight ASA's share price for today is kr5.98132.
poLight ASA'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 kr-0.590.

* 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.


poLight ASA EV-to-FCF Related Terms


poLight ASA EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for poLight 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.

poLight ASA EV-to-FCF Chart

poLight ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -34.52 -12.13 -13.78 -6.51 -12.22

poLight ASA 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 -5.57 -6.05 -8.60 -12.22 -10.40

OSTO:PLTO vs APH, GLW, TEL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, poLight 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.


poLight ASA EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

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

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


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poLight ASA EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1902.079/-84.35
=-22.55

poLight ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr1,902.08 Mil.
poLight ASA'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 kr-84.35 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 -22.55 mean?
poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) has a EV-to-FCF of -22.55 as of Jun. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on poLight ASA and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, poLight ASA ranks #999999 out of 1331 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is poLight ASA's EV-to-FCF too high?
poLight ASA's current EV-to-FCF is -22.55. Based on the distribution chart, poLight ASA ranks #999999 out of 1331 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, poLight ASA has a GF Score™ of 43/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does poLight ASA's EV-to-FCF compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, poLight ASA ranks #999999 out of 1331 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places poLight ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 23.20. 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 23.20, based on 1,331 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 poLight ASA and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 23.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. poLight ASA's current EV-to-FCF is -22.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is poLight ASA stock overvalued right now?
poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) has a current EV-to-FCF of -22.55. The stock's GF Value™ is kr2.51, compared to a current price of kr5.98 — trading 138.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -22.55. poLight ASA's overall GF Score™ is 43/100 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 poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO), the current EV-to-FCF is -22.55 as of Jun. 29, 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 poLight ASA (OSTO:PLTO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, poLight ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr5.98 is trading 138.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr2.51.

Key valuation signals for OSTO:PLTO:

  • EV-to-FCF: -22.55
  • GF Value™: kr2.51 vs. price of kr5.98 (138.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 43/100 with 4 warning signs

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


poLight ASA Business Description

Other Exchanges PLT:Norway3OL0:Germany
Address Kjelleveien 21A, Tonsberg, NOR, 3125
poLight ASA provides photographic lenses used in cameras for smartphones, wearables such as watches and glasses, and industrial applications including medical and retail. The company specializes in optics, polymers, micro-electromechanical systems technology, and image application and processing. Its products include Driver ASIC and TLens. The Group has only one operating segment the TLens technology platform. Its geographical segments are the United States, Asia, and Europe.
43GF Score

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