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Australian Ethical InvestmentASX:AEF +2.90%97 EV-to-OCF is 16.41 as of Jul. 28, 2026, which is 45% below its 10-year median of 29.66. GuruFocus rates ASX:AEF with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of A$6.41 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,508 Asset Management companies, Australian Ethical Investment ranks worse than 71.15% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Australian Ethical Investment's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:AEF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.15 Med: 29.66 Max: 117.05
Current: 15.94
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Australian Ethical Investment was 117.05. The lowest was 15.15. And the median was 29.66.
ASX:AEF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 71.15% of 1508
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 6.19
vs ASX:AEF: 15.94
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
Australian Ethical Investment (ASX:AEF) EV-to-OCF Explanation
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
Australian Ethical Investment's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Australian Ethical Investment's share price for today is A$4.62.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Australian Ethical Investment's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.210.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Australian Ethical Investment EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Australian Ethical Investment EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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 Asset Management subindustry, Australian Ethical Investment's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.
Australian Ethical Investment EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Australian Ethical Investment's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Australian Ethical Investment's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Australian Ethical Investment's current Enterprise Value is A$473.0 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Australian Ethical Investment's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$28.8 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.
Australian Ethical Investment (ASX:AEF) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.41 as of Jul. 28, 2026. This is 45% below median its historical median of 29.66. Over the past decade, Australian Ethical Investment's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.15 to 117.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Australian Ethical Investment ranks #1073 out of 1508 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 71.2%.
Is Australian Ethical Investment's EV-to-OCF too high?
Australian Ethical Investment's current EV-to-OCF of 16.41 is 45% below median its 10-year median of 29.66. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.15 to a high of 117.05. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.19. Australian Ethical Investment's value of 16.41 is 165.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Australian Ethical Investment ranks #1073 out of 1508 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Australian Ethical Investment has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Australian Ethical Investment's EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Australian Ethical Investment ranks #1073 out of 1508 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Australian Ethical Investment in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.19. Australian Ethical Investment's value of 16.41 is 165.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Australian Ethical Investment's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.15 to 117.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 29.66 vs. the industry median of 6.19, Australian Ethical Investment has consistently been above 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-OCF for an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 6.19, based on 1,508 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Australian Ethical Investment's current EV-to-OCF of 16.41 is 165.1% above 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.19 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Australian Ethical Investment's current EV-to-OCF is 16.41, which is 45% below median its own 10-year median of 29.66. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Australian Ethical Investment stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Australian Ethical Investment (ASX:AEF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$6.41, compared to a current price of A$4.62 — trading 27.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.41, which is 45% below median its 10-year median of 29.66 and 165.1% above the Asset Management industry median of 6.19. Australian Ethical Investment's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Australian Ethical Investment (ASX:AEF), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.41 as of Jul. 28, 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 Australian Ethical Investment (ASX:AEF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Australian Ethical Investment stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$4.62 is trading 27.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$6.41.
GuruFocus considers Australian Ethical Investment to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for ASX:AEF:
EV-to-OCF: 16.41 (45% below median its 10-year median of 29.66)
GF Value™: A$6.41 vs. price of A$4.62 (27.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 165.1% above the Asset Management median (#1073 of 1508)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:AEF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Australian Ethical Investment Business Description
Australian Ethical Investment Ltd is an Australian-based company engaged in the operating segment of Funds Management. The company is involved in acting as the responsible entity for a range of public offer ethically managed investment schemes and acting as the Trustee of the Australian Ethical Retail Superannuation Fund (Super Fund). The various products offered by the company are Super, Managed funds, ETFs, Insurance, and Pension.
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