TSQ (Townsquare Media) EV-to-FCF: 41.69 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 87% Above Median

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TSQ Townsquare Media Inc TSQ
67 GF Score
Price $5.77
GF Value $7.53
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Townsquare Media EV-to-FCF?

Townsquare Media TSQ +1.05% 67 EV-to-FCF is 41.69 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 87% above its 10-year median of 22.35. GuruFocus rates TSQ with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.53 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 604 Media - Diversified companies, Townsquare Media ranks worse than 81.13% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Townsquare Media's Enterprise Value is $594.4 Mil. Townsquare Media's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $14.3 Mil. Therefore, Townsquare Media's EV-to-FCF for today is 41.69.

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

TSQ' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.5   Med: 22.35   Max: 44.52
Current: 41.69

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Townsquare Media was 44.52. The lowest was 12.50. And the median was 22.35.

TSQ's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
81.13% of 604 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.52 vs TSQ: 41.69

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 (2026-08-20), Townsquare Media's stock price is $5.77. Townsquare Media's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-2.880. Therefore, Townsquare Media's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Townsquare Media  (NYSE:TSQ) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.77/-2.880
=At Loss

Townsquare Media's share price for today is $5.77.
Townsquare Media's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-2.880.

* 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.


Townsquare Media EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Townsquare Media EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Townsquare Media'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.

Townsquare Media EV-to-FCF Chart

Townsquare Media Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Townsquare Media Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 19.87 19.54 36.83 28.38 43.30

TSQ vs FLNT, HFUS, MCHX: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Townsquare Media'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.


Townsquare Media EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Townsquare Media's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Townsquare Media EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=594.414/14.259
=41.69

Townsquare Media's current Enterprise Value is $594.4 Mil.
Townsquare Media's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $14.3 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 41.69 mean?
Townsquare Media (TSQ) has a EV-to-FCF of 41.69 as of Aug. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Townsquare Media and its competitors. This is 87% above median its historical median of 22.35. Over the past decade, Townsquare Media's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.50 to 44.52. According to the industry distribution chart, Townsquare Media ranks #490 out of 604 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 81.1%.
Is Townsquare Media's EV-to-FCF too high?
Townsquare Media's current EV-to-FCF of 41.69 is 87% above median its 10-year median of 22.35. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.50 to a high of 44.52. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.52. Townsquare Media's value of 41.69 is 261.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Townsquare Media ranks #490 out of 604 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Townsquare Media has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Townsquare Media's EV-to-FCF compare to FLNT and HFUS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Townsquare Media ranks #490 out of 604 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Townsquare Media in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.52. Townsquare Media's value of 41.69 is 261.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Townsquare Media's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.50 to 44.52 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.35 vs. the industry median of 11.52, Townsquare Media 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.52, based on 604 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. Townsquare Media's current EV-to-FCF of 41.69 is 261.9% 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 Townsquare Media and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Townsquare Media's current EV-to-FCF is 41.69, which is 87% above median its own 10-year median of 22.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Townsquare Media stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Townsquare Media (TSQ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.53, compared to a current price of $5.77 — trading 23.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 41.69, which is 87% above median its 10-year median of 22.35 and 261.9% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.52. Townsquare Media's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 6 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 Townsquare Media (TSQ), the current EV-to-FCF is 41.69 as of Aug. 20, 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 Townsquare Media (TSQ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Townsquare Media stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $5.77 is trading 23.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $7.53. GuruFocus considers Townsquare Media to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSQ:

  • EV-to-FCF: 41.69 (87% above median its 10-year median of 22.35)
  • GF Value™: $7.53 vs. price of $5.77 (23.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 261.9% above the Media - Diversified median (#490 of 604)

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


Townsquare Media Business Description

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Townsquare Media Inc is a radio, digital media, entertainment, and digital marketing solutions company principally focused on being the local advertising and marketing solutions platform in small and mid-sized markets across the United States. It has three segments which are Subscription Digital Marketing Solutions, Digital Advertising, and Broadcast Advertising. It earns the majority of the revenue from the Broadcasting Advertising segment, which includes its local, regional, and national advertising products and solutions delivered via terrestrial radio broadcast. Its portfolio includes local media brands such as WYRK.com, WJON.com, and NJ101.5.com, and national music brands such as XXLmag.com, TasteofCountry.com, UltimateClassicRock.com, and Loudwire.com.
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