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DaktronicsSTU:DA3 70 EV-to-FCF is 26.80 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 163% above its 10-year median of 10.18. GuruFocus rates STU:DA3 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of €12.39 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,290 Hardware companies, Daktronics ranks worse than 54.03% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Daktronics's Enterprise Value is €787.8 Mil.
Daktronics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €29.4 Mil. Therefore, Daktronics's EV-to-FCF for today is 26.80.
The historical rank and industry rank for Daktronics's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:DA3'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -30.82 Med: 10.18 Max: 100.12
Current: 26.54
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Daktronics was 100.12. The lowest was -30.82. And the median was 10.18.
STU:DA3's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 54.03% of 1290
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.52
vs STU:DA3: 26.54
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.
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.
Daktronics's share price for today is €18.50.
Daktronics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.780.
* 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.
Daktronics EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Daktronics EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Daktronics'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 Electronic Components subindustry, Daktronics'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.
Daktronics EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Daktronics's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Daktronics's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Daktronics's current Enterprise Value is €787.8 Mil.
Daktronics's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €29.4 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.
Daktronics (STU:DA3) has a EV-to-FCF of 26.80 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Daktronics and its competitors. This is 163% above median its historical median of 10.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Daktronics ranks #697 out of 1290 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 54%.
Is Daktronics' EV-to-FCF too high?
Daktronics' current EV-to-FCF of 26.80 is 163% above median its 10-year median of 10.18. The Hardware industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.52. Daktronics' value of 26.80 is 19% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Daktronics ranks #697 out of 1290 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Daktronics has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Daktronics' EV-to-FCF compare to LYTS and LPTH?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Daktronics ranks #697 out of 1290 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Daktronics in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.52. Daktronics' value of 26.80 is 19% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.18 vs. the industry median of 22.52, Daktronics 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.52, based on 1,290 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. Daktronics's current EV-to-FCF of 26.80 is 19% 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 Daktronics and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Daktronics's current EV-to-FCF is 26.80, which is 163% above median its own 10-year median of 10.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Daktronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Daktronics (STU:DA3) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €12.39, compared to a current price of €18.50 — trading 49.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 26.80, which is 163% above median its 10-year median of 10.18 and 19% above the Hardware industry median of 22.52. Daktronics' overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Daktronics (STU:DA3), the current EV-to-FCF is 26.80 as of Aug. 11, 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 Daktronics (STU:DA3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Daktronics stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €18.50 is trading 49.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €12.39.
GuruFocus considers Daktronics to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:DA3:
EV-to-FCF: 26.80 (163% above median its 10-year median of 10.18)
GF Value™: €12.39 vs. price of €18.50 (49.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 19% above the Hardware median (#697 of 1290)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:DA3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Daktronics Inc designs and manufactures electronic scoreboards, programmable display systems, and large-screen video displays for sporting, commercial, and transportation applications. It is engaged in a full range of activities: marketing and sales, engineering and product design and development, manufacturing, technical contracting, professional services, and customer service and support. The company offers a complete line of products, from small scoreboards and electronic displays to large multimillion-dollar video display systems as well as related control, timing, and sound systems. The company has five reportable segments: Commercial, Live Events, High School Park and Recreation, Transportation, and International. The company makes the majority of its revenue from Live events.
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