Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) Cash Flow from Operations: A$218.5 Mil (TTM As of Jun. 2026)

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ASX:CQR Charter Hall Retail REIT ASX:CQR
78 GF Score
Price A$4.11
GF Value A$3.33
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Charter Hall Retail REIT Cash Flow from Operations?

Charter Hall Retail REIT ASX:CQR -1.20% 78 Cash Flow from Operations is A$218.5 Mil as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:CQR with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of A$3.33 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review.

Cash flow from operations refers to the cash brought in through a company's normal business operations. It is the cash flow before any investment or financing activities. It is the cash version of net income.

For the six months ended in Jun. 2026, Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Receipts from Operating Activities was A$46.9 Mil. Its Cash Payments was A$-33.5 Mil. Its Dividends Paid was A$0.0 Mil. Its Dividends Received was A$0.0 Mil. Its Interest Paid was A$0.0 Mil. Its Interest Received was A$1.3 Mil. Its Taxes Refund Paid was A$-5.6 Mil. And its Cash Flow from Others was A$108.0 Mil. In all, Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$117.1 Mil.


Charter Hall Retail REIT  (ASX:CQR) Cash Flow from Operations Explanation

For non-financial companies reported in direct method, cash flow from operations contains eight items:

1. Cash Receipts from Operating Activities:
Cash Receipts from Operating Activities represents cash received from operating activitiies in direct method.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash receipts from operating activities for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$46.9 Mil.

2. Cash Payments:
It represents cash flow paid from operating activities in the direct cash flow method.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash payments for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$-33.5 Mil.

3. Dividends Paid:
It represents dividend paid to the investors in the direct cash flow method.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash payments for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.0 Mil.

4. Dividends Received:
It represents dividend received on the investment in the direct cash flow method.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash payments for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.0 Mil.

5. Interest Paid:
It represents interest paid on loans, debt or borrowings, in the direct cash flow method.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash payments for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.0 Mil.

6. Interest Received:
It represents interest received by the company in the direct cash flow method.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash payments for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$1.3 Mil.

7. Taxes Refund Paid:
It represents tax paid or refund related to operating activities in the direct cash flow method.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash payments for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$-5.6 Mil.

8. Cash Flow from Others:
These are cash differences caused by the change of cash receipts and cash payments. For instance, if a company pays its suppliers slower, its cash position will build up faster. If a company receives payments from its customers slower, its cash position will grow more slowly (or even shrink).

Charter Hall Retail REIT's cash flow from others for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was A$108.0 Mil.


Charter Hall Retail REIT Cash Flow from Operations Related Terms


Charter Hall Retail REIT Cash Flow from Operations Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations 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.

Charter Hall Retail REIT Cash Flow from Operations Chart

Charter Hall Retail REIT Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
Cash Flow from Operations
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Charter Hall Retail REIT Semi-Annual Data
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Charter Hall Retail REIT Cash Flow from Operations Calculation

Cash flow from operations refers to the cash brought in through a company's normal business operations. It is the cash flow before any investment or financing activities. It is the cash version of net income.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is:


Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was A$218.5 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.

What does a Cash Flow from Operations of A$218.5 Mil mean?
Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) has a Cash Flow from Operations of A$218.5 Mil as of Jun. 2026. Cash Flow from Operations is the amount of cash earned or paid from standard business operations. View historical data for Charter Hall Retail REIT and its competitors.
Is Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations too high?
Charter Hall Retail REIT's current Cash Flow from Operations is A$218.5 Mil. Overall, Charter Hall Retail REIT has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations compare to SPG and O?
Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations of A$218.5 Mil can be compared against companies in the REITs industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash Flow from Operations for a REITs company?
A good Cash Flow from Operations depends on the REITs industry context. However, Cash Flow from Operations 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 Cash Flow from Operations mean?
A high Cash Flow from Operations can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cash Flow from Operations is the amount of cash earned or paid from standard business operations. View historical data for Charter Hall Retail REIT and its competitors. Charter Hall Retail REIT's current Cash Flow from Operations is A$218.5 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Charter Hall Retail REIT stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$3.33, compared to a current price of A$4.11 — trading 23.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Flow from Operations is A$218.5 Mil. Charter Hall Retail REIT's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 11 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash Flow from Operations calculated?
Cash Flow from Operations is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR), the current Cash Flow from Operations is A$218.5 Mil as of Jun. 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 Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Hall Retail REIT stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$4.11 is trading 23.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$3.33. GuruFocus considers Charter Hall Retail REIT to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:CQR:

  • Cash Flow from Operations: A$218.5 Mil
  • GF Value™: A$3.33 vs. price of A$4.11 (23.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 11 warning signs

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


Charter Hall Retail REIT Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges MQV:Germany
Address No. 1 Martin Place, Level 20, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
Charter Hall Retail REIT specializes in leasing out convenience-focused assets that offer everyday goods and services. Half of the property book consist of neighborhood and small regional shopping centers, which are predominantly anchored by supermarkets. Anchor tenants typically pay a base rent plus a percentage of their sale turnover. The rest of the portfolio is net lease retail, including service stations, pubs, and liquor shops. Net leases rent growth is typically linked to inflation and tenants pay most outgoings. Charter Hall Retail REIT is a listed investment vehicle managed by Charter Hall Group. The group receives fees from Charter Hall Retail, in exchange for property, leasing, investment, and development management services, and retains a minority interest in the REIT.
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