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First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc (FCRX) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc stock (FCRX) is currently trading at $25.06. First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc PE ratio is 175.85. WallStSmart rates FCRX as Sell.

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FCRX

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc

NYSE
$25.06
$0.09 (0.36%)
52W$23.26
$25.10

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FCRX Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc (FCRX)

Margin of Safety
-2487.6%
Significantly Overvalued
FCRX Fair Value
$0.97
Graham Formula
Current Price
$25.06
$24.09 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $0.97
Overvalued
Price $25.06
Graham IV $0.97

FCRX trades 2488% above its Graham fair value of $0.97, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc (FCRX) · 7 metrics scored

Smart Score

25
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in operating margin, profit margin. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc (FCRX) Key Strengths (2)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
Operating MarginProfitability
75.40%10/10

Keeps $75 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Profit MarginProfitability
20.60%10/10

Keeps $21 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc (FCRX) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 1.2/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-12.10%0/10

Revenue declining -12.10%, a shrinking business

EPS GrowthGrowth
-14.90%0/10

Earnings declining -14.90%, profits shrinking

Return on EquityProfitability
4.77%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Institutional Own.Quality
0.00%2/10

Very low institutional interest at 0.00%

Market CapQuality
$133M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
175.85
Overvalued
Trailing P/E
175.85
Overvalued

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc (FCRX) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 25/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 7 metrics analyzed, 2 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 1.2/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 75.40%, Profit Margin at 20.60%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -12.10%, EPS Growth at -14.90%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 4.77%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 4.77% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -12.10% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Revenue Growth and EPS Growth are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

FCRX Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc (FCRX) ·

The Big Picture

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 167M with 12% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 20.6%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 20.6% and operating margin of 75.4% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 15M in free cash flow and 15M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 12% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

Low Return on Equity

ROE of 4.8% suggests the company isn't efficiently converting equity into profits.

What to Watch Next

Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 175.8x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 6.7%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc.

Bottom Line

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc(FCRX)

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USA

First Eagle Alternative Capital BDC Inc. (FCRX) is a publicly traded business development company that focuses on providing strategic debt and equity capital to middle-market enterprises throughout the United States. With an emphasis on generating superior risk-adjusted returns, FCRX capitalizes on its extensive industry knowledge and market insights to build a diversified investment portfolio across multiple sectors. The firm is dedicated to fostering robust partnerships with its portfolio companies, ensuring enhanced value creation and consistent performance amid economic fluctuations. FCRX's disciplined investment approach and commitment to maintaining high credit quality make it an attractive opportunity for institutional investors seeking reliable income and growth prospects.