Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) Cash Flow from Operations: R34 Mil (TTM As of Feb. 2026)

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What is Adcorp Holdings Cash Flow from Operations?

Adcorp Holdings JSE:ADR -0.78% 65 Cash Flow from Operations is R34 Mil as of Feb. 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:ADR with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of R4.61 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 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 Feb. 2026, Adcorp Holdings's Net Income From Continuing Operations was R91 Mil. Its Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization was R34 Mil. Its Change In Working Capital was R70 Mil. Its cash flow from deferred tax was R0 Mil. Its Cash from Discontinued Operating Activities was R0 Mil. Its Asset Impairment Charge was R0 Mil. Its Stock Based Compensation was R5 Mil. And its Cash Flow from Others was R-1 Mil. In all, Adcorp Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R199 Mil.


Adcorp Holdings  (JSE:ADR) Cash Flow from Operations Explanation

For companies reported in indirect method, cash flow from operations contains six items:

1. Net Income From Continuing Operations:
Net Income From Continuing Operations indicates the net income that a firm brings in from ongoing business activities. These activities are expected to continue into the next reporting period. It excludes extraordinary items, income from the cumulative effects of accounting changes, non-recurring items, income from tax loss carry forward, and preferred dividends.

Adcorp Holdings's net income from continuing operations for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R91 Mil.

2. Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization:
Depreciation is a present expense that accounts for the past cost of an asset that is now providing benefits.
Depletion and amortization are synonyms for depreciation.
Generally:
The term depreciation is used when discussing man made tangible assets
The term depletion is used when discussing natural tangible assets
The term amortization is used when discussing intangible assets

Adcorp Holdings's depreciation, depletion and amortization for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R34 Mil.

3. Change In Working Capital:
Working Capital is a measure of a company's short term liquidity or its ability to cover short term liabilities. It is defined as the difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities. Changes in Working Capital is reported in the cash flow statement since it is one of the major ways in which net income can differ from operating cash flow.

Adcorp Holdings's change in working capital for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R70 Mil. It means Adcorp Holdings's working capital increased by R70 Mil from Aug. 2025 to Feb. 2026 .

4. Deferred Tax:
It is the cash flow generated from deferred tax.

Adcorp Holdings's cash flow from deferred tax for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R0 Mil.

5. Cash from Discontinued Operating Activities:
Net cash from all of the entity's discontinued operating activities.

Adcorp Holdings's cash from discontinued operating Activities for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R0 Mil.

6. Asset Impairment Charge:
It is the charge against earnings resulting from the aggregate write down of all assets from their carrying value to their fair value.

Adcorp Holdings's asset impairment charge for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R0 Mil.

7. Stock Based Compensation:
It is a way corporations use stock options to reward employees. It provides executives and employees the opportunity to share in the growth of the company and, if structured properly, can align their interests with the interests of the company's shareholders and investors, without burning the company's cash on hand.

Adcorp Holdings's stock based compensation for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R5 Mil.

8. Cash Flow from Others:
These are cash differences caused by the change of inventory, accounts payable, accounts receivable etc. 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 account receivables will rise, and its cash position will grow more slowly (or even shrink).

Adcorp Holdings's cash flow from others for the six months ended in Feb. 2026 was R-1 Mil.


Adcorp Holdings Cash Flow from Operations Related Terms


Adcorp Holdings Cash Flow from Operations Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Adcorp Holdings'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.

Adcorp Holdings Cash Flow from Operations Chart

Adcorp Holdings Annual Data
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Adcorp Holdings Semi-Annual Data
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Adcorp Holdings 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.

Adcorp Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the fiscal year that ended in Feb. 2026 is calculated as:

Adcorp Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 is:


Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R34 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 R34 Mil mean?
Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) has a Cash Flow from Operations of R34 Mil as of Feb. 2026. Cash Flow from Operations is the amount of cash earned or paid from standard business operations. View historical data for Adcorp Holdings and its competitors.
Is Adcorp Holdings' Cash Flow from Operations too high?
Adcorp Holdings' current Cash Flow from Operations is R34 Mil. Overall, Adcorp Holdings has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Adcorp Holdings' Cash Flow from Operations compare to RHI and KFY?
Adcorp Holdings' Cash Flow from Operations of R34 Mil can be compared against companies in the Business Services 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 Business Services company?
A good Cash Flow from Operations depends on the Business Services 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 Adcorp Holdings and its competitors. Adcorp Holdings's current Cash Flow from Operations is R34 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Adcorp Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R4.61, compared to a current price of R6.35 — trading 37.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Flow from Operations is R34 Mil. Adcorp Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 3 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 Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR), the current Cash Flow from Operations is R34 Mil as of Feb. 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 Adcorp Holdings (JSE:ADR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adcorp Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R6.35 is trading 37.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of R4.61. GuruFocus considers Adcorp Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:ADR:

  • Cash Flow from Operations: R34 Mil
  • GF Value™: R4.61 vs. price of R6.35 (37.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Adcorp Holdings Business Description

Address 102 Western Service Road, Adcorp Place, Gallo Manor Ext 6, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2191
Adcorp Holdings Ltd is engaged in providing workplace solutions. The company renders services in the fields of permanent recruitment and flexible staffing sectors, professional IT services, as well as the provision of business process outsourcing, training, and financial services. Its operating segments are Contingent staffing, Professional Services, Business support. and Contingent staffing Australia. The geographical segments are South Africa and International.
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