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African Rainbow MineralsAFBOF 82 EV-to-EBITDA is 8.40 as of Jul. 13, 2026, which is 36% above its 10-year median of 6.18. GuruFocus rates AFBOF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.63 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 687 Metals & Mining companies, African Rainbow Minerals ranks better than 57.64% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, African Rainbow Minerals's enterprise value is $1,800.7 Mil.
African Rainbow Minerals's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $214.3 Mil. Therefore, African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 8.40.
The historical rank and industry rank for African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
AFBOF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.64 Med: 6.18 Max: 19.53
Current: 8.25
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of African Rainbow Minerals was 19.53. The lowest was 1.64. And the median was 6.18.
AFBOF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 57.64% of 687
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 9.89
vs AFBOF: 8.25
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
African Rainbow Minerals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
African Rainbow Minerals's share price for today is $11.07.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. African Rainbow Minerals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.417.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
* 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.
For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
African Rainbow Minerals EV-to-EBITDA vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
African Rainbow Minerals's current Enterprise Value is $1,800.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. African Rainbow Minerals's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $214.3 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.
African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 8.40 as of Jul. 13, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on African Rainbow Minerals. This is 36% above median its historical median of 6.18. Over the past decade, African Rainbow Minerals' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.64 to 19.53. According to the industry distribution chart, African Rainbow Minerals ranks #291 out of 687 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 42.4%.
Is African Rainbow Minerals' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
African Rainbow Minerals' current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.40 is 36% above median its 10-year median of 6.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.64 to a high of 19.53. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.89. African Rainbow Minerals' value of 8.40 is 15.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, African Rainbow Minerals ranks #291 out of 687 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, African Rainbow Minerals has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does African Rainbow Minerals' EV-to-EBITDA compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, African Rainbow Minerals ranks #291 out of 687 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts African Rainbow Minerals in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.89. African Rainbow Minerals' value of 8.40 is 15.1% below this benchmark. Historically, African Rainbow Minerals' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 1.64 to 19.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.18 vs. the industry median of 9.89, African Rainbow Minerals 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-EBITDA for a Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Metals & Mining companies is 9.89, based on 687 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. African Rainbow Minerals's current EV-to-EBITDA of 8.40 is 15.1% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on African Rainbow Minerals. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. African Rainbow Minerals's current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.40, which is 36% above median its own 10-year median of 6.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is African Rainbow Minerals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.63, compared to a current price of $11.07 — trading 12.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.40, which is 36% above median its 10-year median of 6.18 and 15.1% below the Metals & Mining industry median of 9.89. African Rainbow Minerals' overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 8.40 as of Jul. 13, 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 African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, African Rainbow Minerals stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $11.07 is trading 12.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.63.
GuruFocus considers African Rainbow Minerals to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for AFBOF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 8.40 (36% above median its 10-year median of 6.18)
GF Value™: $12.63 vs. price of $11.07 (12.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 15.1% below the Metals & Mining median (#291 of 687)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AFBOF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
African Rainbow Minerals Ltd is a South African diversified mining and minerals company with operations in South Africa and Malaysia. The group operates through four main segments: ARM Platinum, which includes platinum group metals and nickel; ARM Ferrous, focused on iron ore, manganese ore, and chrome ore; ARM Coal, operating mainly in the Goedgevonden Mine; and ARM Corporate, which includes Machadodorp Works, gold investments, and other activities. The company produces manganese alloys and holds a strategic investment in gold. The company generates the majority of its revenue from South Africa and maintains a presence in Europe, the Americas, and the Far and Middle East.
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