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IDP EducationASX:IEL +2.33%63 EV-to-OCF is 5.09 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 87% below its 10-year median of 37.78. GuruFocus rates ASX:IEL with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of A$9.33 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 264 Education companies, IDP Education ranks better than 55.68% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, IDP Education's Enterprise Value is A$690.2 Mil.
IDP Education's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$135.5 Mil. Therefore, IDP Education's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.09.
The historical rank and industry rank for IDP Education's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:IEL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.09 Med: 37.78 Max: 91.41
Current: 5.09
During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of IDP Education was 91.41. The lowest was 5.09. And the median was 37.78.
ASX:IEL's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 55.68% of 264
companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 5.875
vs ASX:IEL: 5.09
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.
IDP Education's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
IDP Education's share price for today is A$1.76.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. IDP Education's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.043.
* 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.
IDP Education EV-to-OCF Related Terms
IDP Education EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for IDP 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, IDP 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.
IDP Education EV-to-OCF vs Education Industry
For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, IDP Education's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where IDP Education's EV-to-OCF falls into.
IDP Education's current Enterprise Value is A$690.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. IDP Education's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$135.5 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.
IDP Education (ASX:IEL) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.09 as of Aug. 23, 2026. This is 87% below median its historical median of 37.78. Over the past decade, IDP Education's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.09 to 91.41. According to the industry distribution chart, IDP Education ranks #117 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 44.3%.
Is IDP Education's EV-to-OCF too high?
IDP Education's current EV-to-OCF of 5.09 is 87% below median its 10-year median of 37.78. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.09 to a high of 91.41. The Education industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.88. IDP Education's value of 5.09 is 13.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, IDP Education ranks #117 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, IDP Education has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IDP Education's EV-to-OCF compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, IDP Education ranks #117 out of 264 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts IDP Education in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.88. IDP Education's value of 5.09 is 13.4% below this benchmark. Historically, IDP Education's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.09 to 91.41 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 37.78 vs. the industry median of 5.88, IDP 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 5.88, based on 264 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. IDP Education's current EV-to-OCF of 5.09 is 13.4% 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 5.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IDP Education's current EV-to-OCF is 5.09, which is 87% below median its own 10-year median of 37.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IDP Education stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDP Education (ASX:IEL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$9.33, compared to a current price of A$1.76 — trading 81.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.09, which is 87% below median its 10-year median of 37.78 and 13.4% below the Education industry median of 5.88. IDP Education's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 8 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 IDP Education (ASX:IEL), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.09 as of Aug. 23, 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 IDP Education (ASX:IEL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDP Education stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$1.76 is trading 81.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$9.33.
GuruFocus considers IDP Education to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ASX:IEL:
EV-to-OCF: 5.09 (87% below median its 10-year median of 37.78)
GF Value™: A$9.33 vs. price of A$1.76 (81.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 13.4% below the Education median (#117 of 264)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:IEL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
IDP Education performs English language testing and student placement services globally, constituting 31% and 57% of fiscal 2025 group gross profit, respectively. Additionally, IDP operates English language schools, organizes education events, and delivers consultancy services to education institutions, which constitutes the remainder of group gross profit. Originally established in Australia as an aid body for Southeast Asia, today IDP operates one of the world's most widely accepted English language tests and one of the world's largest student placement services businesses, predominantly connecting prospective migrants from India and China to Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
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