Lifestyle Communities (ASX:LIC) EV-to-OCF: 16.72 (As of Aug. 11, 2026) — 47% Below Median

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ASX:LIC Lifestyle Communities Ltd ASX:LIC
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Price A$5.31
GF Value A$7.67
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What is Lifestyle Communities EV-to-OCF?

Lifestyle Communities ASX:LIC -2.03% 75 EV-to-OCF is 16.72 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 31.46. GuruFocus rates ASX:LIC with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of A$7.67 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,797 Real Estate companies, Lifestyle Communities ranks worse than 65.28% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Lifestyle Communities's Enterprise Value is A$982.3 Mil. Lifestyle Communities's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$58.7 Mil. Therefore, Lifestyle Communities's EV-to-OCF for today is 16.72.

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

ASX:LIC' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -83.59   Med: 31.46   Max: 304.48
Current: 16.68

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Lifestyle Communities was 304.48. The lowest was -83.59. And the median was 31.46.

ASX:LIC's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
65.28% of 1797 companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 7.08 vs ASX:LIC: 16.68

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 (2026-08-11), Lifestyle Communities's stock price is A$5.31. Lifestyle Communities's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-1.663. Therefore, Lifestyle Communities's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Lifestyle Communities  (ASX:LIC) 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.

Lifestyle Communities's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.31/-1.663
=At Loss

Lifestyle Communities's share price for today is A$5.31.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lifestyle Communities's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-1.663.

* 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.


Lifestyle Communities EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Lifestyle Communities EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lifestyle Communities'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.

Lifestyle Communities EV-to-OCF Chart

Lifestyle Communities Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
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Lifestyle Communities Semi-Annual Data
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Lifestyle Communities EV-to-OCF Competitor Comparison

For the Real Estate - Diversified subindustry, Lifestyle Communities'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.


Lifestyle Communities EV-to-OCF vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Lifestyle Communities's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Lifestyle Communities EV-to-OCF Calculation

Lifestyle Communities's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=982.292/58.738
=16.72

Lifestyle Communities's current Enterprise Value is A$982.3 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lifestyle Communities's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$58.7 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 16.72 mean?
Lifestyle Communities (ASX:LIC) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.72 as of Aug. 11, 2026. This is 47% below median its historical median of 31.46. According to the industry distribution chart, Lifestyle Communities ranks #1173 out of 1797 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 65.3%.
Is Lifestyle Communities' EV-to-OCF too high?
Lifestyle Communities' current EV-to-OCF of 16.72 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 31.46. The Real Estate industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.08. Lifestyle Communities' value of 16.72 is 136.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lifestyle Communities ranks #1173 out of 1797 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Lifestyle Communities has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lifestyle Communities' EV-to-OCF compare to competitors?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Lifestyle Communities ranks #1173 out of 1797 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Lifestyle Communities in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.08. Lifestyle Communities' value of 16.72 is 136.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 31.46 vs. the industry median of 7.08, Lifestyle Communities has consistently been above 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 Real Estate company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Real Estate companies is 7.08, based on 1,797 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. Lifestyle Communities's current EV-to-OCF of 16.72 is 136.2% above 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 Real Estate industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.08 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lifestyle Communities's current EV-to-OCF is 16.72, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 31.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lifestyle Communities stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lifestyle Communities (ASX:LIC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$7.67, compared to a current price of A$5.31 — trading 30.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.72, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 31.46 and 136.2% above the Real Estate industry median of 7.08. Lifestyle Communities' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 9 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 Lifestyle Communities (ASX:LIC), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.72 as of Aug. 11, 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 Lifestyle Communities (ASX:LIC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lifestyle Communities stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$5.31 is trading 30.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$7.67. GuruFocus considers Lifestyle Communities to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ASX:LIC:

  • EV-to-OCF: 16.72 (47% below median its 10-year median of 31.46)
  • GF Value™: A$7.67 vs. price of A$5.31 (30.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 136.2% above the Real Estate median (#1173 of 1797)

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


Lifestyle Communities Business Description

Address 101 Moray Street, Level 5, South Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, AUS, 3205
Lifestyle Communities is an Australian real estate company with a property portfolio in land lease housing for residents over 50 years old. Revenue is earned through developing and selling manufactured homes, and charging rent for the land they occupy. The firm's portfolio consists of about 3,000 settled homes, from which it collects rent, and a further 2,000 homes in development or planning. It has more than 30 communities in Australia's second-most populous state of Victoria, with a focus on coastal and outer metropolitan regions.
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