Gowing Bros (ASX:GOW) EV-to-OCF: -117.85 (As of Aug. 15, 2026)

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ASX:GOW Gowing Bros Ltd ASX:GOW
46 GF Score
Price A$2.15
GF Value A$2.13
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Gowing Bros EV-to-OCF?

Gowing Bros ASX:GOW -0.46% 46 EV-to-OCF is -117.85 as of Aug. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:GOW with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of A$2.13 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,502 Asset Management companies, Gowing Bros ranks better than 94.41% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Gowing Bros's Enterprise Value is A$204.11 Mil. Gowing Bros's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$-1.73 Mil. Therefore, Gowing Bros's EV-to-OCF for today is -117.85.

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

ASX:GOW' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -566.04   Med: 39.21   Max: 468.29
Current: -117.85

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Gowing Bros was 468.29. The lowest was -566.04. And the median was 39.21.

ASX:GOW's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
94.41% of 1502 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.86 vs ASX:GOW: -117.85

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 (2026-08-15), Gowing Bros's stock price is A$2.15. Gowing Bros's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$-0.037. Therefore, Gowing Bros's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Gowing Bros  (ASX:GOW) 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.

Gowing Bros's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.15/-0.037
=At Loss

Gowing Bros's share price for today is A$2.15.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gowing Bros's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$-0.037.

* 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.


Gowing Bros EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Gowing Bros EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gowing Bros'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.

Gowing Bros EV-to-OCF Chart

Gowing Bros Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
EV-to-OCF
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Gowing Bros Semi-Annual Data
Jul16 Jan17 Jul17 Jan18 Jul18 Jan19 Jul19 Jan20 Jul20 Jan21 Jul21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 444.51 0.00 -127.11 0.00

ASX:GOW vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Gowing Bros'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.


Gowing Bros EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Gowing Bros's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Gowing Bros's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Gowing Bros EV-to-OCF Calculation

Gowing Bros's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=204.109/-1.732
=-117.85

Gowing Bros's current Enterprise Value is A$204.11 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gowing Bros's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$-1.73 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 -117.85 mean?
Gowing Bros (ASX:GOW) has a EV-to-OCF of -117.85 as of Aug. 15, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Gowing Bros ranks #84 out of 1502 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 5.6%.
Is Gowing Bros' EV-to-OCF too high?
Gowing Bros' current EV-to-OCF is -117.85. Based on the distribution chart, Gowing Bros ranks #84 out of 1502 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Gowing Bros has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gowing Bros' EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Gowing Bros ranks #84 out of 1502 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Gowing Bros in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.86. 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 5.86, based on 1,502 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. 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 5.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gowing Bros's current EV-to-OCF is -117.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gowing Bros stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gowing Bros (ASX:GOW) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$2.13, compared to a current price of A$2.15 — trading 0.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -117.85. Gowing Bros' overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 3 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 Gowing Bros (ASX:GOW), the current EV-to-OCF is -117.85 as of Aug. 15, 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 Gowing Bros (ASX:GOW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gowing Bros stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$2.15 is trading 0.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$2.13. GuruFocus considers Gowing Bros to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:GOW:

  • EV-to-OCF: -117.85
  • GF Value™: A$2.13 vs. price of A$2.15 (0.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Gowing Bros Business Description

Address 35-61 Harbour Drive, Suite 303, Coffs Harbour, NSW, AUS, 2450
Gowing Bros Ltd operates as an investment and wealth management company in Australia. Its operating segments include Cash & fixed interest, Equities, Private equities, Investment properties, Development properties, Surf Hardware International business, and others. The company generates majority of its revenue from sale of goods (Surf Hardware International). Its geographical segments include Australia, the United States, Japan, and Europe.
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