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The historical rank and industry rank for DATA Communications Management's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:DCM'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -350.27 Med: 10.13 Max: 81.63
Current: 9.78
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of DATA Communications Management was 81.63. The lowest was -350.27. And the median was 10.13.
TSX:DCM's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 60.58% of 718
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.605
vs TSX:DCM: 9.78
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.
DATA Communications Management (TSX:DCM) 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.
DATA Communications Management's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
DATA Communications Management's share price for today is C$2.61.
DATA Communications Management'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 C$0.150.
* 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.
DATA Communications Management EV-to-FCF Related Terms
DATA Communications Management EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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 Specialty Business Services subindustry, DATA Communications Management'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.
DATA Communications Management EV-to-FCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, DATA Communications Management's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where DATA Communications Management's EV-to-FCF falls into.
DATA Communications Management's current Enterprise Value is C$385.6 Mil.
DATA Communications Management'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 C$38.9 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.
DATA Communications Management (TSX:DCM) has a EV-to-FCF of 9.90 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on DATA Communications Management and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 10.13. According to the industry distribution chart, DATA Communications Management ranks #283 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 39.4%.
Is DATA Communications Management's EV-to-FCF too high?
DATA Communications Management's current EV-to-FCF of 9.90 is near median its 10-year median of 10.13. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.61. DATA Communications Management's value of 9.90 is 21.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DATA Communications Management ranks #283 out of 718 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, DATA Communications Management has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DATA Communications Management's EV-to-FCF compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, DATA Communications Management ranks #283 out of 718 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts DATA Communications Management in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.61. DATA Communications Management's value of 9.90 is 21.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.13 vs. the industry median of 12.61, DATA Communications Management has consistently been below 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 718 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. DATA Communications Management's current EV-to-FCF of 9.90 is 21.5% below 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 DATA Communications Management 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. DATA Communications Management's current EV-to-FCF is 9.90, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DATA Communications Management stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DATA Communications Management (TSX:DCM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$2.17, compared to a current price of C$2.61 — trading 20.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 9.90, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.13 and 21.5% below the Business Services industry median of 12.61. DATA Communications Management's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 11 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 DATA Communications Management (TSX:DCM), the current EV-to-FCF is 9.90 as of Jul. 21, 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 DATA Communications Management (TSX:DCM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DATA Communications Management stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$2.61 is trading 20.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$2.17.
GuruFocus considers DATA Communications Management to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:DCM:
EV-to-FCF: 9.90 (near median its 10-year median of 10.13)
GF Value™: C$2.17 vs. price of C$2.61 (20.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 21.5% below the Business Services median (#283 of 718)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:DCM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
DATA Communications Management Business Description
DATA Communications Management Corp is a Canadian provider of print and digital solutions, serving brands across industries such as financial services, retail, healthcare, energy, regulated sectors, and the public sector. The company manufactures customized products based on pre-approved customer specifications and also procures and resells products from third-party vendors, including technology-enabled hardware solutions, as requested by clients. It mainly operates in Canada, which generates the majority of its revenue, with additional operations in the United States.
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