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Spectra SystemsSCTQ -3.18%76 EV-to-FCF is 11.87 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 16% below its 10-year median of 14.21. GuruFocus rates SCTQ with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.23. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,593 Software companies, Spectra Systems ranks better than 57.56% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Spectra Systems's Enterprise Value is $114.11 Mil.
Spectra Systems's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $9.61 Mil. Therefore, Spectra Systems's EV-to-FCF for today is 11.87.
The historical rank and industry rank for Spectra Systems's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
SCTQ'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.27 Med: 14.21 Max: 23.64
Current: 12.01
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Spectra Systems was 23.64. The lowest was -7.27. And the median was 14.21.
SCTQ's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 57.56% of 1593
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.83
vs SCTQ: 12.01
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.
Spectra Systems (OTCPK:SCTQ) 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.
Spectra Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Spectra Systems's share price for today is $2.13.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spectra Systems's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.410.
* 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.
Spectra Systems EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Spectra Systems EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Spectra Systems'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 Software - Application subindustry, Spectra Systems'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.
Spectra Systems EV-to-FCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Spectra Systems's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Spectra Systems's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Spectra Systems's current Enterprise Value is $114.11 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spectra Systems's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $9.61 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.
Spectra Systems (SCTQ) has a EV-to-FCF of 11.87 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Spectra Systems and its competitors. This is 16% below median its historical median of 14.21. According to the industry distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #676 out of 1593 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 42.4%.
Is Spectra Systems' EV-to-FCF too high?
Spectra Systems' current EV-to-FCF of 11.87 is 16% below median its 10-year median of 14.21. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.83. Spectra Systems' value of 11.87 is 20% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #676 out of 1593 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Spectra Systems has a GF Score™ of 76/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Spectra Systems' EV-to-FCF compare to UBER and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #676 out of 1593 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Spectra Systems in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.83. Spectra Systems' value of 11.87 is 20% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.21 vs. the industry median of 14.83, Spectra Systems 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 14.83, based on 1,593 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. Spectra Systems's current EV-to-FCF of 11.87 is 20% 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 Spectra Systems and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Spectra Systems's current EV-to-FCF is 11.87, which is 16% below median its own 10-year median of 14.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Spectra Systems stock overvalued right now?
Spectra Systems (SCTQ) has a current EV-to-FCF of 11.87. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.23, compared to a current price of $2.13 — trading 49.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 11.87, which is 16% below median its 10-year median of 14.21 and 20% below the Software industry median of 14.83. Spectra Systems' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Spectra Systems (SCTQ), the current EV-to-FCF is 11.87 as of Jul. 14, 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 Spectra Systems (SCTQ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectra Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $2.13 is trading 49.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.23.
Key valuation signals for SCTQ:
EV-to-FCF: 11.87 (16% below median its 10-year median of 14.21)
GF Value™: $4.23 vs. price of $2.13 (49.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 20% below the Software median (#676 of 1593)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SCTQ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Spectra Systems Corp manufactures, and markets technology-based products used to authenticate and process banknotes and also offers secure software products for gaming. The company has divided its business into Authentication Systems, Security Printing, and Banknote Cleaning. The company derives maximum revenue from Authentication Systems that involve the hardware, software, and materials related to the authentication of banknotes, tax stamps, and other high-value goods.
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