Planet Fitness (STU:3PL) EV-to-FCF: 25.43 (As of Jul. 25, 2026) — 47% Below Median

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STU:3PL Planet Fitness Inc STU:3PL
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Price €46.86
GF Value €91.99
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What is Planet Fitness EV-to-FCF?

Planet Fitness STU:3PL -1.64% 80 EV-to-FCF is 25.43 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 47.95. GuruFocus rates STU:3PL with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €91.99. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 569 Travel & Leisure companies, Planet Fitness ranks worse than 66.78% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Planet Fitness's Enterprise Value is €5,840 Mil. Planet Fitness's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €230 Mil. Therefore, Planet Fitness's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.43.

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

STU:3PL' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -399.14   Med: 47.95   Max: 622.98
Current: 24.85

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Planet Fitness was 622.98. The lowest was -399.14. And the median was 47.95.

STU:3PL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
66.78% of 569 companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 15.33 vs STU:3PL: 24.85

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 (2026-07-25), Planet Fitness's stock price is €46.86. Planet Fitness's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €2.379. Therefore, Planet Fitness's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.70.


Planet Fitness  (STU:3PL) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=46.86/2.379
=19.70

Planet Fitness's share price for today is €46.86.
Planet Fitness'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 €2.379.

* 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.


Planet Fitness EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Planet Fitness EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Planet Fitness'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.

Planet Fitness EV-to-FCF Chart

Planet Fitness Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Planet Fitness 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 43.64 55.32 52.98 43.86 31.03

STU:3PL vs MAT, YETI, CALY: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Leisure subindustry, Planet Fitness'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.


Planet Fitness EV-to-FCF vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Planet Fitness's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Planet Fitness EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=5839.672/229.657
=25.43

Planet Fitness's current Enterprise Value is €5,840 Mil.
Planet Fitness'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 €230 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 25.43 mean?
Planet Fitness (STU:3PL) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.43 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Planet Fitness and its competitors. This is 47% below median its historical median of 47.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Planet Fitness ranks #380 out of 569 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 66.8%.
Is Planet Fitness' EV-to-FCF too high?
Planet Fitness' current EV-to-FCF of 25.43 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 47.95. The Travel & Leisure industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.33. Planet Fitness' value of 25.43 is 65.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Planet Fitness ranks #380 out of 569 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Planet Fitness has a GF Score™ of 80/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Planet Fitness' EV-to-FCF compare to MAT and YETI?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Planet Fitness ranks #380 out of 569 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Planet Fitness in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.33. Planet Fitness' value of 25.43 is 65.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 47.95 vs. the industry median of 15.33, Planet Fitness 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Travel & Leisure companies is 15.33, based on 569 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. Planet Fitness's current EV-to-FCF of 25.43 is 65.9% 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 Planet Fitness and its competitors. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Planet Fitness's current EV-to-FCF is 25.43, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 47.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Planet Fitness stock overvalued right now?
Planet Fitness (STU:3PL) has a current EV-to-FCF of 25.43. The stock's GF Value™ is €91.99, compared to a current price of €46.86 — trading 49.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.43, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 47.95 and 65.9% above the Travel & Leisure industry median of 15.33. Planet Fitness' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Planet Fitness (STU:3PL), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.43 as of Jul. 25, 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 Planet Fitness (STU:3PL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Planet Fitness stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €46.86 is trading 49.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €91.99.

Key valuation signals for STU:3PL:

  • EV-to-FCF: 25.43 (47% below median its 10-year median of 47.95)
  • GF Value™: €91.99 vs. price of €46.86 (49.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 65.9% above the Travel & Leisure median (#380 of 569)

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


Planet Fitness Business Description

Address 4 Liberty Lane West, Hampton, NH, USA, 03842
Planet Fitness Inc is a franchisor and operator of fitness centers in the United States. The company's reportable segments are Franchise, Corporate-owned stores, and Equipment. Franchise segment includes operations related to its franchising business in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia, Corporate-owned stores segment includes operations with respect to all corporate-owned stores throughout the United States and Canada, and The Equipment segment includes the sale of equipment to franchisee-owned stores in the U.S. The firm generates a majority of its revenue from the Corporate-owned stores segment.
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