Octodec Investments (JSE:OCT) EV-to-EBIT: 9.40 (As of Aug. 29, 2026) — Near Median

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JSE:OCT Octodec Investments Ltd JSE:OCT
68 GF Score
Price R17.40
GF Value R11.18
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Octodec Investments EV-to-EBIT?

Octodec Investments JSE:OCT -1.58% 68 EV-to-EBIT is 9.40 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 8.84. GuruFocus rates JSE:OCT with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of R11.18 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 651 REITs companies, Octodec Investments ranks better than 80.8% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Octodec Investments's Enterprise Value is R8,745 Mil. Octodec Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R931 Mil. Therefore, Octodec Investments's EV-to-EBIT for today is 9.40.

The historical rank and industry rank for Octodec Investments's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

JSE:OCT' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -16.82   Med: 8.84   Max: 8639.42
Current: 9.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Octodec Investments was 8639.42. The lowest was -16.82. And the median was 8.84.

JSE:OCT's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
80.8% of 651 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 18.18 vs JSE:OCT: 9.39

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Octodec Investments's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was R8,103 Mil. Octodec Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R931 Mil. Octodec Investments's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 11.48%.


Octodec Investments  (JSE:OCT) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Octodec Investments's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Feb. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Feb. 2026 )
=930.583/8103.37902
=11.48 %

Octodec Investments's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was R8,103 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Octodec Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R931 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.


Octodec Investments EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Octodec Investments EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Octodec Investments's EV-to-EBIT 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.

Octodec Investments EV-to-EBIT Chart

Octodec Investments Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-EBIT
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Octodec Investments Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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JSE:OCT vs VICI, WPC: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the REIT - Diversified subindustry, Octodec Investments's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT 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.


Octodec Investments EV-to-EBIT vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Octodec Investments's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Octodec Investments's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


JSE:OCT
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Octodec Investments EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Octodec Investments's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=8744.908/930.583
=9.40

Octodec Investments's current Enterprise Value is R8,745 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Octodec Investments's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R931 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 9.40 mean?
Octodec Investments (JSE:OCT) has a EV-to-EBIT of 9.40 as of Aug. 29, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Octodec Investments and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 8.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Octodec Investments ranks #125 out of 651 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 19.2%.
Is Octodec Investments' EV-to-EBIT too high?
Octodec Investments' current EV-to-EBIT of 9.40 is near median its 10-year median of 8.84. The REITs industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.18. Octodec Investments' value of 9.40 is 48.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Octodec Investments ranks #125 out of 651 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Octodec Investments has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Octodec Investments' EV-to-EBIT compare to VICI and WPC?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Octodec Investments ranks #125 out of 651 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Octodec Investments in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.18. Octodec Investments' value of 9.40 is 48.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.84 vs. the industry median of 18.18, Octodec Investments has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a REITs company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among REITs companies is 18.18, based on 651 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Octodec Investments's current EV-to-EBIT of 9.40 is 48.3% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Octodec Investments and its competitors. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 18.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Octodec Investments's current EV-to-EBIT is 9.40, which is near median its own 10-year median of 8.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Octodec Investments stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Octodec Investments (JSE:OCT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R11.18, compared to a current price of R17.40 — trading 55.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 9.40, which is near median its 10-year median of 8.84 and 48.3% below the REITs industry median of 18.18. Octodec Investments' overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 11 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Octodec Investments (JSE:OCT), the current EV-to-EBIT is 9.40 as of Aug. 29, 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 Octodec Investments (JSE:OCT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Octodec Investments stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R17.40 is trading 55.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of R11.18. GuruFocus considers Octodec Investments to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:OCT:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 9.40 (near median its 10-year median of 8.84)
  • GF Value™: R11.18 vs. price of R17.40 (55.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 48.3% below the REITs median (#125 of 651)

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


Octodec Investments Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 101 Du Toit Street, CPA House, Tshwane, Pretoria, GT, ZAF, 0002
Octodec Investments Ltd is a real estate investment trust (REIT). The company generates rental income from Residential, Retail - street shops, Retail - shopping centres, offices, industrial, and parking, where the majority of its revenue is from the Residential segment. The diversified portfolio comprises residential, retail, office, and industrial properties.
68GF Score

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