Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.
AustalASX:ASB -3.94%75 EV-to-OCF is 12.75 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 131% above its 10-year median of 5.51. GuruFocus rates ASX:ASB with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of A$3.08 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 358 Aerospace & Defense companies, Austal ranks worse than 50.28% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Austal's Enterprise Value is A$1,340 Mil.
Austal's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$105 Mil. Therefore, Austal's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.75.
The historical rank and industry rank for Austal's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:ASB'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -184.96 Med: 5.51 Max: 26.58
Current: 12.75
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Austal was 26.58. The lowest was -184.96. And the median was 5.51.
ASX:ASB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 50.28% of 358
companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 13.935
vs ASX:ASB: 12.75
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.
As of today (2026-07-18), Austal's stock price is A$3.41.
Austal's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.235. Therefore, Austal's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.51.
Austal (ASX:ASB) 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.
Austal's share price for today is A$3.41.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Austal's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.235.
* 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.
Austal EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Austal EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* Premium members only.
The historical data trend for Austal's EV-to-OCF 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.
For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Austal'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.
Austal EV-to-OCF vs Aerospace & Defense Industry
For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Austal's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Austal's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Austal's current Enterprise Value is A$1,340 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Austal's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$105 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.
Austal (ASX:ASB) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.75 as of Jul. 18, 2026. This is 131% above median its historical median of 5.51. According to the industry distribution chart, Austal ranks #180 out of 358 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 50.3%.
Is Austal's EV-to-OCF too high?
Austal's current EV-to-OCF of 12.75 is 131% above median its 10-year median of 5.51. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-OCF is 13.94. Austal's value of 12.75 is 8.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Austal ranks #180 out of 358 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Austal has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Austal's EV-to-OCF compare to SPCX and GE?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Austal ranks #180 out of 358 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Austal in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 13.94. Austal's value of 12.75 is 8.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.51 vs. the industry median of 13.94, Austal 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-OCF for an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Aerospace & Defense companies is 13.94, based on 358 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. Austal's current EV-to-OCF of 12.75 is 8.5% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 13.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Austal's current EV-to-OCF is 12.75, which is 131% above median its own 10-year median of 5.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Austal stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Austal (ASX:ASB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$3.08, compared to a current price of A$3.41 — trading 10.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.75, which is 131% above median its 10-year median of 5.51 and 8.5% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 13.94. Austal's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 4 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 Austal (ASX:ASB), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.75 as of Jul. 18, 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 Austal (ASX:ASB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Austal stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of A$3.41 is trading 10.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$3.08.
GuruFocus considers Austal to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ASX:ASB:
EV-to-OCF: 12.75 (131% above median its 10-year median of 5.51)
GF Value™: A$3.08 vs. price of A$3.41 (10.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 8.5% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#180 of 358)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:ASB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Austal Ltd is engaged in designing, constructing, and supporting revolutionary defense and commercial vessels. The company designs, constructs, and supports passenger ferries, vehicle passenger ferries, and offshore and windfarm vessels; naval vessels; naval surface warfare combatants; and patrol boats for government law enforcement and border protection agencies. Its reportable segments are USA Shipbuilding; USA Support; Australasia Shipbuilding and Australasia Support. Maximum revenue is generated from its USA Shipbuilding segment which manufactures high performance defence vessels for U.S. Navy and Coast Guard. Geographically, the company derives a majority of its revenue from the United States of America and the rest from Australia, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East.
75GF Score
Get the complete analysis for ASX:ASB
EV-to-OCF is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.
Quick Browse
Personalize
Premium Gurus 
Create New Portfolio
ASX:ASB has been successfully added to your 
