Symal Group (ASX:SYL) EV-to-OCF: 9.63 (As of Sep. 18, 2026) — 60% Above Median

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What is Symal Group EV-to-OCF?

Symal Group ASX:SYL +1.49% 14 EV-to-OCF is 9.63 as of Sep. 18, 2026, which is 60% above its 10-year median of 6.02. GuruFocus rates ASX:SYL with a GF Score™ of 14/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,795 Construction companies, Symal Group ranks worse than 59.28% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Symal Group's Enterprise Value is A$770 Mil. Symal Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$80 Mil. Therefore, Symal Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.63.

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

ASX:SYL' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.87   Med: 6.02   Max: 10.82
Current: 9.52

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Symal Group was 10.82. The lowest was 2.87. And the median was 6.02.

ASX:SYL's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
59.28% of 1795 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 6.79 vs ASX:SYL: 9.52

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 (2026-09-18), Symal Group's stock price is A$2.73. Symal Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.172. Therefore, Symal Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.87.


Symal Group  (ASX:SYL) 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.

Symal Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.73/0.172
=15.87

Symal Group's share price for today is A$2.73.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Symal Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$0.172.

* 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.


Symal Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Symal Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Symal Group'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.

Symal Group EV-to-OCF Chart

Symal Group Annual Data
Trend Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25 Jun26
EV-to-OCF
0.00 0.00 0.00 3.27 10.69

Symal Group Semi-Annual Data
Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
EV-to-OCF 0.00 4.35 11.77 10.78

ASX:SYL vs PWR, FIX, EME: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Symal Group'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.


Symal Group EV-to-OCF vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Symal Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Symal Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

Symal Group's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=770.223/79.941
=9.63

Symal Group's current Enterprise Value is A$770 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Symal Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was A$80 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 9.63 mean?
Symal Group (ASX:SYL) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.63 as of Sep. 18, 2026. This is 60% above median its historical median of 6.02. Over the past decade, Symal Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.87 to 10.82. According to the industry distribution chart, Symal Group ranks #1064 out of 1795 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 59.3%.
Is Symal Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Symal Group's current EV-to-OCF of 9.63 is 60% above median its 10-year median of 6.02. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.87 to a high of 10.82. The Construction industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.79. Symal Group's value of 9.63 is 41.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Symal Group ranks #1064 out of 1795 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Symal Group has a GF Score™ of 14/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Symal Group's EV-to-OCF compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Symal Group ranks #1064 out of 1795 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Symal Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.79. Symal Group's value of 9.63 is 41.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Symal Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.87 to 10.82 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.02 vs. the industry median of 6.79, Symal Group 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Construction companies is 6.79, based on 1,795 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. Symal Group's current EV-to-OCF of 9.63 is 41.8% 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 Construction industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Symal Group's current EV-to-OCF is 9.63, which is 60% above median its own 10-year median of 6.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Symal Group stock overvalued right now?
Symal Group (ASX:SYL) has a current EV-to-OCF of 9.63. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.63, which is 60% above median its 10-year median of 6.02 and 41.8% above the Construction industry median of 6.79. Symal Group's overall GF Score™ is 14/100 with 4 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 Symal Group (ASX:SYL), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.63 as of Sep. 18, 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.

Symal Group Business Description

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Address 208-210 Hall Street, Spotswood, Melbourne, VIC, AUS, 3015
Symal Group Ltd is a diversified services provider, uniting contracting, plant and equipment, materials supply, and recycling and resource recovery. Its businesses deliver end-to-end services across resilient end markets, including infrastructure, power and renewables, data centres, utilities, defence, and building and facilities. The firm segment comprises Contracting Services, Plant and Equipment, and Other. The majority of revenue comes from the Plant and Equipment segment, which includes activities of the group that consist of internal and external provision of construction crews, including supervision and project management support, as well as wet or dry plant hire, in a variety of sectors, including energy, subdivisions, council contracts, and utility services.
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