PageGroup (STU:3MI) EV-to-FCF: 16.05 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 25% Above Median

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STU:3MI PageGroup PLC STU:3MI
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Price €1.72
GF Value €3.50
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is PageGroup EV-to-FCF?

PageGroup STU:3MI +16.22% 47 EV-to-FCF is 16.05 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 25% above its 10-year median of 12.81. GuruFocus rates STU:3MI with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.50 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 717 Business Services companies, PageGroup ranks worse than 53.7% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, PageGroup's Enterprise Value is €672 Mil. PageGroup's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €42 Mil. Therefore, PageGroup's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.05.

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

STU:3MI' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.82   Med: 12.81   Max: 28.29
Current: 13.49

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of PageGroup was 28.29. The lowest was 6.82. And the median was 12.81.

STU:3MI's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
53.7% of 717 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.61 vs STU:3MI: 13.49

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 (2026-07-14), PageGroup's stock price is €1.72. PageGroup's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.033. Therefore, PageGroup's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 52.12.


PageGroup  (STU:3MI) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.72/0.033
=52.12

PageGroup's share price for today is €1.72.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. PageGroup's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.033.

* 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.


PageGroup EV-to-FCF Related Terms


PageGroup EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PageGroup'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.

PageGroup EV-to-FCF Chart

PageGroup Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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PageGroup Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 12.80 0.00 10.32 0.00 22.45

STU:3MI vs KFY, RHI, TNET: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, PageGroup'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.


PageGroup EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, PageGroup's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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PageGroup EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=672.054/41.876
=16.05

PageGroup's current Enterprise Value is €672 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. PageGroup's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €42 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 16.05 mean?
PageGroup (STU:3MI) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.05 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on PageGroup and its competitors. This is 25% above median its historical median of 12.81. Over the past decade, PageGroup's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.82 to 28.29. According to the industry distribution chart, PageGroup ranks #385 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 53.7%.
Is PageGroup's EV-to-FCF too high?
PageGroup's current EV-to-FCF of 16.05 is 25% above median its 10-year median of 12.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.82 to a high of 28.29. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.61. PageGroup's value of 16.05 is 27.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PageGroup ranks #385 out of 717 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, PageGroup has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PageGroup's EV-to-FCF compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, PageGroup ranks #385 out of 717 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places PageGroup in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.61. PageGroup's value of 16.05 is 27.3% above this benchmark. Historically, PageGroup's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 6.82 to 28.29 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.81 vs. the industry median of 12.61, PageGroup 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.61, based on 717 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. PageGroup's current EV-to-FCF of 16.05 is 27.3% 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 PageGroup and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PageGroup's current EV-to-FCF is 16.05, which is 25% above median its own 10-year median of 12.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PageGroup stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PageGroup (STU:3MI) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.50, compared to a current price of €1.72 — trading 50.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.05, which is 25% above median its 10-year median of 12.81 and 27.3% above the Business Services industry median of 12.61. PageGroup's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 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 PageGroup (STU:3MI), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.05 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 PageGroup (STU:3MI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PageGroup stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.72 is trading 50.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €3.50. GuruFocus considers PageGroup to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:3MI:

  • EV-to-FCF: 16.05 (25% above median its 10-year median of 12.81)
  • GF Value™: €3.50 vs. price of €1.72 (50.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 47/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 27.3% above the Business Services median (#385 of 717)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:3MI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


PageGroup Business Description

Address 200 Dashwood Lang Road, Bourne Business Park, Addlestone, Surrey, GBR, KT15 2NX
PageGroup PLC is engaged in providing recruitment consulting. The company is divided into three key brands: Page Executive, which provides management solutions for organizations regarding leadership talent; Michael Page, which provides recruits on a permanent, temporary, contract, and interim basis; and Page Personnel, which provides recruiting services at technical, administrative, clerical, and junior management levels. It derives the majority of its revenue from the EMEA region, followed by the United Kingdom. It also has its presence in the Asia Pacific and the Americas.
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