Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) EV-to-OCF: 18.14 (As of Aug. 16, 2026) — 13% Below Median

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ASX:CQR Charter Hall Retail REIT ASX:CQR
78 GF Score
Price A$4.16
GF Value A$3.32
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is Charter Hall Retail REIT EV-to-OCF?

Charter Hall Retail REIT ASX:CQR 78 EV-to-OCF is 18.14 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 20.84. GuruFocus rates ASX:CQR with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of A$3.32 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 928 REITs companies, Charter Hall Retail REIT ranks better than 50.22% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Charter Hall Retail REIT's Enterprise Value is A$3,963.5 Mil. Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$218.5 Mil. Therefore, Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF for today is 18.14.

The historical rank and industry rank for Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

ASX:CQR' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.61   Med: 20.84   Max: 27.58
Current: 18.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Charter Hall Retail REIT was 27.58. The lowest was 16.61. And the median was 20.84.

ASX:CQR's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
50.22% of 928 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 18.15 vs ASX:CQR: 18.14

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 (2026-08-16), Charter Hall Retail REIT's stock price is A$4.16. Charter Hall Retail REIT's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.670. Therefore, Charter Hall Retail REIT's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.21.


Charter Hall Retail REIT  (ASX:CQR) 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.

Charter Hall Retail REIT's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.16/0.670
=6.21

Charter Hall Retail REIT's share price for today is A$4.16.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Charter Hall Retail REIT's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.670.

* 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.


Charter Hall Retail REIT EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Charter Hall Retail REIT EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Charter Hall Retail REIT'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.

Charter Hall Retail REIT EV-to-OCF Chart

Charter Hall Retail REIT Annual Data
Trend Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-OCF
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Charter Hall Retail REIT Semi-Annual Data
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ASX:CQR vs SPG, O, KIM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the REIT - Retail subindustry, Charter Hall Retail REIT'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.


Charter Hall Retail REIT EV-to-OCF vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Charter Hall Retail REIT EV-to-OCF Calculation

Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3963.515/218.5
=18.14

Charter Hall Retail REIT's current Enterprise Value is A$3,963.5 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Charter Hall Retail REIT's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$218.5 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 18.14 mean?
Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) has a EV-to-OCF of 18.14 as of Aug. 16, 2026. This is 13% below median its historical median of 20.84. Over the past decade, Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 16.61 to 27.58. According to the industry distribution chart, Charter Hall Retail REIT ranks #462 out of 928 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 49.8%.
Is Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF too high?
Charter Hall Retail REIT's current EV-to-OCF of 18.14 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 20.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.61 to a high of 27.58. The REITs industry median EV-to-OCF is 18.15. Charter Hall Retail REIT's value of 18.14 is 0.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Charter Hall Retail REIT ranks #462 out of 928 companies in the REITs industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Charter Hall Retail REIT has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Charter Hall Retail REIT's EV-to-OCF compare to SPG and O?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Charter Hall Retail REIT ranks #462 out of 928 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Charter Hall Retail REIT in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 18.15. Charter Hall Retail REIT's value of 18.14 is 0.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Charter Hall Retail REIT's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 16.61 to 27.58 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.84 vs. the industry median of 18.15, Charter Hall Retail REIT 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 a REITs company?
The median EV-to-OCF among REITs companies is 18.15, based on 928 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. Charter Hall Retail REIT's current EV-to-OCF of 18.14 is 0.1% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 18.15 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Charter Hall Retail REIT's current EV-to-OCF is 18.14, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 20.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Charter Hall Retail REIT stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$3.32, compared to a current price of A$4.16 — trading 25.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 18.14, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 20.84 and 0.1% below the REITs industry median of 18.15. Charter Hall Retail REIT's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR), the current EV-to-OCF is 18.14 as of Aug. 16, 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 Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Hall Retail REIT stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$4.16 is trading 25.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$3.32. GuruFocus considers Charter Hall Retail REIT to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:CQR:

  • EV-to-OCF: 18.14 (13% below median its 10-year median of 20.84)
  • GF Value™: A$3.32 vs. price of A$4.16 (25.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0.1% below the REITs median (#462 of 928)

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


Charter Hall Retail REIT Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges MQV:Germany
Address No. 1 Martin Place, Level 20, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
Charter Hall Retail REIT specializes in leasing out convenience-focused assets that offer everyday goods and services. Half of the property book consist of neighborhood and small regional shopping centers, which are predominantly anchored by supermarkets. Anchor tenants typically pay a base rent plus a percentage of their sale turnover. The rest of the portfolio is net lease retail, including service stations, pubs, and liquor shops. Net leases rent growth is typically linked to inflation and tenants pay most outgoings. Charter Hall Retail REIT is a listed investment vehicle managed by Charter Hall Group. The group receives fees from Charter Hall Retail, in exchange for property, leasing, investment, and development management services, and retains a minority interest in the REIT.
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