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Douglas DynamicsPLOW +0.39%77 EV-to-FCF is 25.54 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 17% above its 10-year median of 21.90. GuruFocus rates PLOW with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $34.12 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 844 Vehicles & Parts companies, Douglas Dynamics ranks worse than 62.8% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Douglas Dynamics's Enterprise Value is $1,249.0 Mil.
Douglas Dynamics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $48.9 Mil. Therefore, Douglas Dynamics's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.54.
The historical rank and industry rank for Douglas Dynamics's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
PLOW'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1240.43 Med: 21.9 Max: 458
Current: 25.54
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Douglas Dynamics was 458.00. The lowest was -1240.43. And the median was 21.90.
PLOW's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 62.8% of 844
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 17.31
vs PLOW: 25.54
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.
Douglas Dynamics (NYSE:PLOW) 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.
Douglas Dynamics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Douglas Dynamics's share price for today is $41.63.
Douglas Dynamics'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 $2.200.
* 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.
Douglas Dynamics EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Douglas Dynamics EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Douglas Dynamics'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 Auto Parts subindustry, Douglas Dynamics'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.
Douglas Dynamics EV-to-FCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Douglas Dynamics's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Douglas Dynamics's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Douglas Dynamics's current Enterprise Value is $1,249.0 Mil.
Douglas Dynamics'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 $48.9 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.
Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.54 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Douglas Dynamics and its competitors. This is 17% above median its historical median of 21.90. According to the industry distribution chart, Douglas Dynamics ranks #530 out of 844 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 62.8%.
Is Douglas Dynamics' EV-to-FCF too high?
Douglas Dynamics' current EV-to-FCF of 25.54 is 17% above median its 10-year median of 21.90. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.31. Douglas Dynamics' value of 25.54 is 47.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Douglas Dynamics ranks #530 out of 844 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Douglas Dynamics has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Douglas Dynamics' EV-to-FCF compare to XPEL and SMP?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Douglas Dynamics ranks #530 out of 844 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Douglas Dynamics in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.31. Douglas Dynamics' value of 25.54 is 47.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 21.90 vs. the industry median of 17.31, Douglas Dynamics 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 17.31, based on 844 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. Douglas Dynamics's current EV-to-FCF of 25.54 is 47.5% 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 Douglas Dynamics and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Douglas Dynamics's current EV-to-FCF is 25.54, which is 17% above median its own 10-year median of 21.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Douglas Dynamics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $34.12, compared to a current price of $41.63 — trading 22% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.54, which is 17% above median its 10-year median of 21.90 and 47.5% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 17.31. Douglas Dynamics' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Douglas Dynamics (PLOW), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.54 as of Aug. 20, 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 Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Douglas Dynamics stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $41.63 is trading 22% above its estimated GF Value™ of $34.12.
GuruFocus considers Douglas Dynamics to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for PLOW:
EV-to-FCF: 25.54 (17% above median its 10-year median of 21.90)
GF Value™: $34.12 vs. price of $41.63 (22% above fair value)
Industry Position: 47.5% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#530 of 844)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PLOW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Douglas Dynamics Inc is a manufacturer and upfitter of commercial vehicle attachments and equipment. The Company's portfolio includes snow and ice management attachments sold under the BLIZZARD, FISHER, HENDERSON, SNOWEX, and WESTERN brands, turf care equipment under the TURFEX brand, and industrial maintenance equipment under the SWEEPEX brand. The Company's portfolio also includes the upfit of attachments and storage solutions under the HENDERSON brand, and the DEJANA brand and its related sub-brands. The Company also leases fifteen manufacturing upfit and service facilities located in Iowa, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. The Company conducts business in two segments: Work Truck Attachments and Work Truck Solutions.
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