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Epigenomics AGFRA:ECX +1.08%18 Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is 0.00% as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates FRA:ECX with a GF Score™ of 18/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.09 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 92 Medical Diagnostics & Research companies, Epigenomics AG ranks worse than 1086955.43% on this metric.
Yacktman defines forward rate of return as the normalized free cash flow yield plus real growth plus inflation. Epigenomics AG's forward rate of return for was 0.00%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % or its related term are showing as below:
During the past 13 years, Epigenomics AG's highest Forward Rate of Return was 20.00. The lowest was 2.18. And the median was 13.24.
FRA:ECX's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is not ranked *
in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry.
Industry Median: 5.315 * Ranked among companies with meaningful Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % only.
Unlike the Earnings Yield %, the Forward Rate of Return uses the normalized Free Cash Flow of the past five years, and considers growth. The forward rate of return can be thought of as the return that investors buying the stock today can expect from it in the future.
Epigenomics AG (FRA:ECX) Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % Explanation
Unlike the Earnings Yield, the Forward Rate of Return uses the normalized Free Cash Flow of the past five years, and considers growth. The forward rate of return can be thought of as the return that investors buying the stock today can expect from it in the future.
For the growth part of the Forward Rate of Return calculation, GuruFocus uses the 5-year average growth rate of EBITDA per share as the growth rate, and the growth rate is always capped at 20%. For the Free Cash Flow we use per share data averaged over five years. The reason we use five years is to make it comparable to the growth rate.
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In the Forward Rate of Return calculation, the growth rate is added directly to today's free cash flow yield. Therefore the calculation is reliable only if the company can grow at the same rate in the future as it did in the past. Investors should pay close attention to this when researching growth stocks. A more accurate measurement for return is Return on Capital.
Epigenomics AG Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % Related Terms
Epigenomics AG Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % 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.
Epigenomics AG Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % Chart
FRA:ECX vs TMO, DHR, NTRA: Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % Comparison
For the Diagnostics & Research subindustry, Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) %, along with its competitors' market caps and Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % 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.
Epigenomics AG Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % vs Medical Diagnostics & Research Industry
For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry and Healthcare sector, Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % falls into.
Epigenomics AG Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % Calculation
Forward Rate of Return is a concept that Don Yacktman uses in his investment approach. Yacktman explained the forward rate of return concept in detail in his interview with GuruFocus. Yacktman defines forward rate of return as the normalized free cash flow yield plus real growth plus inflation. He said in the interview (March 2012, when the S&P 500 was at about 1400):
If the business is stable, this calculation is fairly straightforward. For instance, on the S&P 500 we would normalize earnings. We would then calculate what percentage of those earnings are not reinvested in the underlying businesses and are therefore free. Historically, for the S&P 500, this has been just under 50% of earnings. Currently, we expect the S&P to earn about 70 on a normalized basis, a number which is far below reported earnings due to our adjusting for record high profit margins. $70 X ½ / 1400 gives you a normalized free cash flow yield of approximately 2.5%.
The historical real growth rate of the S&P 500 (companies) is about 1.5%. Assuming an inflation rate of 2.5%, the forward rate of return on an investment in the S&P 500 is about 6.5% today (2.5% free cash flow yield plus 1.5% real growth plus 2.5% inflation).
* 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.
What does a Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % of 0.00% mean?
Epigenomics AG (FRA:ECX) has a Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % of 0.00% as of Dec. 2025. Yacktman's forward rate of return equals the sum of normalized free-cash-flow yield plus earnings growth. View historical data on Epigenomics AG and its competitors. Over the past decade, Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % has ranged from 2.18 to 20.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Epigenomics AG ranks #999999 out of 92 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry.
Is Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % too high?
Epigenomics AG's current Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is 0.00%. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.18 to a high of 20.00. Based on the distribution chart, Epigenomics AG ranks #999999 out of 92 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Epigenomics AG has a GF Score™ of 18/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Epigenomics AG's Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % compare to TMO and DHR?
According to the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry distribution chart, Epigenomics AG ranks #999999 out of 92 companies for Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) %. This places Epigenomics AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is 5.32. Historically, Epigenomics AG's own Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % has ranged from 2.18 to 20.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % for a Medical Diagnostics & Research company?
The median Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % among Medical Diagnostics & Research companies is 5.32, based on 92 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % mean?
A high Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Yacktman's forward rate of return equals the sum of normalized free-cash-flow yield plus earnings growth. View historical data on Epigenomics AG and its competitors. For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, the median Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is 5.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Epigenomics AG's current Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is 0.00%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Epigenomics AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Epigenomics AG (FRA:ECX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.09, compared to a current price of €0.94 — trading 938.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is 0.00%. Epigenomics AG's overall GF Score™ is 18/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % calculated?
Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Epigenomics AG (FRA:ECX), the current Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % is 0.00% as of Dec. 2025. 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 Epigenomics AG (FRA:ECX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Epigenomics AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €0.94 is trading 938.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €0.09.
GuruFocus considers Epigenomics AG to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:ECX:
Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) %: 0.00%
GF Value™: €0.09 vs. price of €0.94 (938.9% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:ECX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Epigenomics AG is a molecular diagnostics company, that focuses on developing and commercializing in vitro diagnostic liquid biopsy tests for the screening, early detection, and diagnosis of cancer. The company develops and markets procedures and devices for the production in quantity of particular epigenetic parameters such as DNA methylation patterns as well as the information technology bases necessary for their procurement and evaluation. It is engaged in the development of novel molecular diagnostic products for cancer. The company products include Epi proColon, Epi BiSKit, HCCBloodTest, and Epi proLung. The company operates in Europe, Asia, and North America, majority of its revenue derives from Asia.
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