Stock Analysis on Net

IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE:IQV)

$22.49

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Price to FCFE (P/FCFE)

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Free Cash Flow to Equity (FCFE)

IQVIA Holdings Inc., FCFE calculation

US$ in millions

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12 months ended: Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019 Dec 31, 2018
Net income attributable to IQVIA Holdings Inc.
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
Net noncash charges
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
Net cash provided by operating activities
Acquisition of property, equipment and software
Proceeds from issuance of debt
Payment of debt issuance costs
Repayment of debt and principal payments on finance leases
Proceeds from revolving credit facility
Repayment of revolving credit facility
Free cash flow to equity (FCFE)

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31).


Net cash provided by operating activities
The net cash provided by operating activities demonstrates a generally upward trend from 2018 to 2021, increasing from 1,254 million to a peak of 2,942 million. This growth indicates improving operational cash generation capabilities. However, in 2022, there is a noticeable decline to 2,260 million, reflecting a reduction of approximately 23% from the previous year. Despite the decrease, the 2022 figure remains significantly higher than the values recorded in 2018 and 2019.
Free cash flow to equity (FCFE)
The free cash flow to equity shows a less consistent trajectory compared to operating cash flow. It starts at 1,788 million in 2018, declines to 1,535 million in 2019, then gradually rises through 2020 and 2021, reaching 2,332 million. In 2022, FCFE further increases to 2,522 million, representing the highest value in the observed period. This upward movement in FCFE during the latter years suggests improved cash available to shareholders, potentially driven by factors such as capital expenditure management or financing activities.
Comparative assessment
While both cash flow metrics generally reflect positive cash generation, the divergence in trends during 2022 is notable; net operating cash flow decreased, whereas FCFE increased. This divergence may suggest changes in the company's investing and financing activities, affecting the free cash flow available to equity holders. Overall, the data points to a company with strengthening cash flow performance over the medium term, despite the recent operational cash flow contraction.

Price to FCFE Ratio, Current

IQVIA Holdings Inc., current P/FCFE calculation, comparison to benchmarks

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No. shares of common stock outstanding
Selected Financial Data (US$)
Free cash flow to equity (FCFE) (in millions)
FCFE per share
Current share price (P)
Valuation Ratio
P/FCFE
Benchmarks
P/FCFE, Competitors1
AbbVie Inc.
Amgen Inc.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
Danaher Corp.
Eli Lilly & Co.
Gilead Sciences Inc.
Johnson & Johnson
Merck & Co. Inc.
Pfizer Inc.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
P/FCFE, Sector
Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences
P/FCFE, Industry
Health Care

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31).

1 Click competitor name to see calculations.

If the company P/FCFE is lower then the P/FCFE of benchmark then company is relatively undervalued.
Otherwise, if the company P/FCFE is higher then the P/FCFE of benchmark then company is relatively overvalued.


Price to FCFE Ratio, Historical

IQVIA Holdings Inc., historical P/FCFE calculation, comparison to benchmarks

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Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019 Dec 31, 2018
No. shares of common stock outstanding1
Selected Financial Data (US$)
Free cash flow to equity (FCFE) (in millions)2
FCFE per share3
Share price1, 4
Valuation Ratio
P/FCFE5
Benchmarks
P/FCFE, Competitors6
AbbVie Inc.
Amgen Inc.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
Danaher Corp.
Eli Lilly & Co.
Gilead Sciences Inc.
Johnson & Johnson
Merck & Co. Inc.
Pfizer Inc.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
P/FCFE, Sector
Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences
P/FCFE, Industry
Health Care

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31).

1 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

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3 2022 Calculation
FCFE per share = FCFE ÷ No. shares of common stock outstanding
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4 Closing price as at the filing date of IQVIA Holdings Inc. Annual Report.

5 2022 Calculation
P/FCFE = Share price ÷ FCFE per share
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6 Click competitor name to see calculations.


Share Price
The share price demonstrated a consistent upward trend from 2018 through 2021, increasing from $141.49 to $232.18. However, in 2022, there was a slight decline to $227.03, indicating a minor correction after several years of growth.
Free Cash Flow to Equity (FCFE) per Share
FCFE per share showed fluctuation over the period. It decreased from $9.05 in 2018 to $7.98 in 2019, suggesting a contraction in free cash flow available to equity holders. Subsequently, it recovered and grew steadily from 2020 to 2022, reaching $13.58, which marks a significant increase from the initial value in 2018.
Price to FCFE (P/FCFE) Ratio
The P/FCFE ratio initially rose from 15.64 in 2018 to a peak of 22.31 in 2020. This suggests that the market was valuing the company at an increasing premium relative to its free cash flow per share during that time. From 2020 onward, the ratio decreased steadily to 16.72 in 2022, indicating a reduction in valuation multiples possibly due to the rise in FCFE per share outpacing the share price growth during this period.