STLN (Starling Oncology) EV-to-FCF: -22.50 (As of Aug. 06, 2026)

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STLN Starling Oncology Inc STLN
61 GF Score
Price $5.05
GF Value $2.29
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Starling Oncology EV-to-FCF?

Starling Oncology STLN -2.71% 61 EV-to-FCF is -22.50 as of Aug. 06, 2026. GuruFocus rates STLN with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.29 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 405 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Starling Oncology ranks worse than 246913.33% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Starling Oncology's Enterprise Value is $579.0 Mil. Starling Oncology's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-25.7 Mil. Therefore, Starling Oncology's EV-to-FCF for today is -22.50.

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

STLN' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -67.59   Med: -4.75   Max: -1.05
Current: -22.5

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Starling Oncology was -1.05. The lowest was -67.59. And the median was -4.75.

STLN's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 405 companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 18.39 vs STLN: -22.50

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 (2026-08-06), Starling Oncology's stock price is $5.045. Starling Oncology's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-0.370. Therefore, Starling Oncology's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Starling Oncology  (NAS:STLN) 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.

Starling Oncology's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.045/-0.370
=At Loss

Starling Oncology's share price for today is $5.045.
Starling Oncology'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 $-0.370.

* 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.


Starling Oncology EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Starling Oncology EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Starling Oncology'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.

Starling Oncology EV-to-FCF Chart

Starling Oncology Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -16.80 -2.31 -4.60 -3.19 -15.19

Starling Oncology 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 -8.56 -20.20 -15.13 -15.19 -14.83

STLN vs SRTA, CCRN, CYH: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Starling Oncology'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.


Starling Oncology EV-to-FCF vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Starling Oncology's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Starling Oncology EV-to-FCF Calculation

Starling Oncology's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=578.992/-25.728
=-22.50

Starling Oncology's current Enterprise Value is $579.0 Mil.
Starling Oncology'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 $-25.7 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 -22.50 mean?
Starling Oncology (STLN) has a EV-to-FCF of -22.50 as of Aug. 06, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Starling Oncology and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Starling Oncology ranks #999999 out of 405 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry.
Is Starling Oncology's EV-to-FCF too high?
Starling Oncology's current EV-to-FCF is -22.50. Based on the distribution chart, Starling Oncology ranks #999999 out of 405 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Starling Oncology has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Starling Oncology's EV-to-FCF compare to SRTA and CCRN?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Starling Oncology ranks #999999 out of 405 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Starling Oncology in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.39. 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 18.39, based on 405 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 Starling Oncology and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Starling Oncology's current EV-to-FCF is -22.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Starling Oncology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starling Oncology (STLN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.29, compared to a current price of $5.05 — trading 120.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -22.50. Starling Oncology's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 Starling Oncology (STLN), the current EV-to-FCF is -22.50 as of Aug. 06, 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 Starling Oncology (STLN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starling Oncology stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $5.05 is trading 120.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $2.29. GuruFocus considers Starling Oncology to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STLN:

  • EV-to-FCF: -22.50
  • GF Value™: $2.29 vs. price of $5.05 (120.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Starling Oncology Business Description

Address 18000 Studebaker Road, Suite 800, Cerritos, CA, USA, 90703
The Oncology Institute Inc offers oncology care and treatment services to patients through several clinics located across the United States. It offers services such as infusion chemotherapy, oral drug chemotherapy, hospice and palliative care, autologous stem cell transplants, outpatient blood product transfusions, patient navigator programs, radiation oncology, and others on a fee or value-based model. Additionally, the company enrolls patients in clinical trials, where appropriate. The company has three operating segments: Specialty Pharmacy, Patient Services, and Clinical Trials and Other. Maximum revenue is generated from the Specialty Pharmacy segment, which operates specialty and retail pharmacies providing IV-infused, oral, injectable, and other medications for oncology treatment.
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