Australian Strategic Materials (ASX:ASM) EV-to-OCF: -14.43 (As of Jul. 18, 2026)

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ASX:ASM Australian Strategic Materials Ltd ASX:ASM
54 GF Score
Price A$1.03
GF Value A$1.56
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What is Australian Strategic Materials EV-to-OCF?

Australian Strategic Materials ASX:ASM -3.30% 54 EV-to-OCF is -14.43 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:ASM with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of A$1.56 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,673 Metals & Mining companies, Australian Strategic Materials ranks better than 65.02% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Australian Strategic Materials's Enterprise Value is A$212.49 Mil. Australian Strategic Materials's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-14.73 Mil. Therefore, Australian Strategic Materials's EV-to-OCF for today is -14.43.

The historical rank and industry rank for Australian Strategic Materials's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

ASX:ASM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -269   Med: -8.15   Max: -1.88
Current: -16.46

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Australian Strategic Materials was -1.88. The lowest was -269.00. And the median was -8.15.

ASX:ASM's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
65.02% of 2673 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -8.9 vs ASX:ASM: -16.46

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), Australian Strategic Materials's stock price is A$1.025. Australian Strategic Materials's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-0.110. Therefore, Australian Strategic Materials's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Australian Strategic Materials  (ASX:ASM) 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 Strategic Materials's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.025/-0.110
=At Loss

Australian Strategic Materials's share price for today is A$1.025.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Australian Strategic Materials's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-0.110.

* 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 Strategic Materials EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Australian Strategic Materials EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Australian Strategic Materials'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.

Australian Strategic Materials EV-to-OCF Chart

Australian Strategic Materials Annual Data
Trend Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
-190.77 -11.89 -4.21 -7.08 -5.36

Australian Strategic Materials Semi-Annual Data
Dec19 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 -7.08 0.00 -5.36 0.00

Australian Strategic Materials EV-to-OCF Competitor Comparison

For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Australian Strategic Materials'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 Strategic Materials EV-to-OCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Australian Strategic Materials's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Australian Strategic Materials's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Australian Strategic Materials EV-to-OCF Calculation

Australian Strategic Materials's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=212.489/-14.725
=-14.43

Australian Strategic Materials's current Enterprise Value is A$212.49 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Australian Strategic Materials's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-14.73 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-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of -14.43 mean?
Australian Strategic Materials (ASX:ASM) has a EV-to-OCF of -14.43 as of Jul. 18, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Australian Strategic Materials ranks #935 out of 2673 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 35%.
Is Australian Strategic Materials' EV-to-OCF too high?
Australian Strategic Materials' current EV-to-OCF is -14.43. Based on the distribution chart, Australian Strategic Materials ranks #935 out of 2673 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Australian Strategic Materials has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Australian Strategic Materials' EV-to-OCF compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Australian Strategic Materials ranks #935 out of 2673 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Australian Strategic Materials in the upper half of its industry. 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 a Metals & Mining company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, EV-to-OCF 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 EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Australian Strategic Materials's current EV-to-OCF is -14.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Australian Strategic Materials stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Australian Strategic Materials (ASX:ASM) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$1.56, compared to a current price of A$1.03 — trading 34.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -14.43. Australian Strategic Materials' overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Strategic Materials (ASX:ASM), the current EV-to-OCF is -14.43 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 Australian Strategic Materials (ASX:ASM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Australian Strategic Materials stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$1.03 is trading 34.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$1.56. GuruFocus considers Australian Strategic Materials to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ASX:ASM:

  • EV-to-OCF: -14.43
  • GF Value™: A$1.56 vs. price of A$1.03 (34.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 1 warning sign

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


Australian Strategic Materials Business Description

Other Exchanges ASMMF:USA80P:Germany
Address 66 Kings Park Road, Level 4, West Perth, Perth, WA, AUS, 6005
Australian Strategic Materials Ltd is engaged in the business of producing and mining specialty metal and oxides. The product portfolio includes neodymium, praseodymium, zirconium, hafnium, dysprosium, terbium and niobium oxides. Its Dubbo Project includes Central Western New South Wales, Australia. The company's segment includes Corporate, Dubbo, and Korea. The company generates majority of its revenue from Korea, which includes the Korean Metals Plant.
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