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G8 EducationASX:GEM -3.33%50 EV-to-OCF is 5.31 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 55% below its 10-year median of 11.77. GuruFocus rates ASX:GEM with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of A$1.15 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 263 Education companies, G8 Education ranks better than 54.37% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, G8 Education's Enterprise Value is A$892.9 Mil.
G8 Education's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$168.0 Mil. Therefore, G8 Education's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.31.
The historical rank and industry rank for G8 Education's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:GEM'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.22 Med: 11.77 Max: 20.79
Current: 5.31
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of G8 Education was 20.79. The lowest was 5.22. And the median was 11.77.
ASX:GEM's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 54.37% of 263
companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 6.38
vs ASX:GEM: 5.31
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.
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.
G8 Education's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
G8 Education's share price for today is A$0.145.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. G8 Education's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-0.392.
* 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.
G8 Education EV-to-OCF Related Terms
G8 Education EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for G8 Education'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 Education & Training Services subindustry, G8 Education'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.
G8 Education EV-to-OCF vs Education Industry
For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, G8 Education's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where G8 Education's EV-to-OCF falls into.
G8 Education's current Enterprise Value is A$892.9 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. G8 Education's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$168.0 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.
G8 Education (ASX:GEM) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.31 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is 55% below median its historical median of 11.77. Over the past decade, G8 Education's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.22 to 20.79. According to the industry distribution chart, G8 Education ranks #120 out of 263 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 45.6%.
Is G8 Education's EV-to-OCF too high?
G8 Education's current EV-to-OCF of 5.31 is 55% below median its 10-year median of 11.77. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.22 to a high of 20.79. The Education industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.38. G8 Education's value of 5.31 is 16.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, G8 Education ranks #120 out of 263 companies in the Education industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, G8 Education has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does G8 Education's EV-to-OCF compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, G8 Education ranks #120 out of 263 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts G8 Education in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.38. G8 Education's value of 5.31 is 16.8% below this benchmark. Historically, G8 Education's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.22 to 20.79 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.77 vs. the industry median of 6.38, G8 Education 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 Education company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Education companies is 6.38, based on 263 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. G8 Education's current EV-to-OCF of 5.31 is 16.8% 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 Education industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. G8 Education's current EV-to-OCF is 5.31, which is 55% below median its own 10-year median of 11.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is G8 Education stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, G8 Education (ASX:GEM) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$1.15, compared to a current price of A$0.15 — trading 87.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.31, which is 55% below median its 10-year median of 11.77 and 16.8% below the Education industry median of 6.38. G8 Education's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For G8 Education (ASX:GEM), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.31 as of Aug. 09, 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 G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, G8 Education stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$0.15 is trading 87.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$1.15.
GuruFocus considers G8 Education to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ASX:GEM:
EV-to-OCF: 5.31 (55% below median its 10-year median of 11.77)
GF Value™: A$1.15 vs. price of A$0.15 (87.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 16.8% below the Education median (#120 of 263)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:GEM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
G8 Education Ltd is a provider of quality early learning education and care, operating under a range of trusted brands. The company has one operating segment, being the operation of child care centers. G8 does not own the buildings from which its childcare centers operate.
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