WAM Capital (ASX:WAM) EV-to-OCF: 9.17 (As of Aug. 25, 2026) — 40% Above Median

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What is WAM Capital EV-to-OCF?

WAM Capital ASX:WAM -1.32% 25 EV-to-OCF is 9.17 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 40% above its 10-year median of 6.57. GuruFocus rates ASX:WAM with a GF Score™ of 25/100. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,503 Asset Management companies, WAM Capital ranks worse than 57.82% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, WAM Capital's Enterprise Value is A$1,524.7 Mil. WAM Capital's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$166.2 Mil. Therefore, WAM Capital's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.17.

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

ASX:WAM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -188.34   Med: 6.57   Max: 44.07
Current: 9.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of WAM Capital was 44.07. The lowest was -188.34. And the median was 6.57.

ASX:WAM's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
57.82% of 1503 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.9 vs ASX:WAM: 9.31

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.

As of today (2026-08-25), WAM Capital's stock price is A$1.50. WAM Capital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.083. Therefore, WAM Capital's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 18.07.


WAM Capital  (ASX:WAM) 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.

WAM Capital's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.50/0.083
=18.07

WAM Capital's share price for today is A$1.50.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. WAM Capital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.083.

* 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.


WAM Capital EV-to-OCF Related Terms


WAM Capital EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for WAM Capital'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.

WAM Capital EV-to-OCF Chart

WAM Capital Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
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WAM Capital Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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ASX:WAM vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, WAM Capital'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.


WAM Capital EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

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

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


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WAM Capital EV-to-OCF Calculation

WAM Capital's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1524.682/166.204
=9.17

WAM Capital's current Enterprise Value is A$1,524.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. WAM Capital's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$166.2 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 9.17 mean?
WAM Capital (ASX:WAM) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.17 as of Aug. 25, 2026. This is 40% above median its historical median of 6.57. According to the industry distribution chart, WAM Capital ranks #869 out of 1503 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 57.8%.
Is WAM Capital's EV-to-OCF too high?
WAM Capital's current EV-to-OCF of 9.17 is 40% above median its 10-year median of 6.57. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.90. WAM Capital's value of 9.17 is 55.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, WAM Capital ranks #869 out of 1503 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, WAM Capital has a GF Score™ of 25/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does WAM Capital's EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, WAM Capital ranks #869 out of 1503 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places WAM Capital in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.90. WAM Capital's value of 9.17 is 55.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.57 vs. the industry median of 5.90, WAM Capital 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 5.90, based on 1,503 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. WAM Capital's current EV-to-OCF of 9.17 is 55.4% 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. WAM Capital's current EV-to-OCF is 9.17, which is 40% above median its own 10-year median of 6.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is WAM Capital stock overvalued right now?
WAM Capital (ASX:WAM) has a current EV-to-OCF of 9.17. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.17, which is 40% above median its 10-year median of 6.57 and 55.4% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.90. WAM Capital's overall GF Score™ is 25/100 with 2 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 WAM Capital (ASX:WAM), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.17 as of Aug. 25, 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.

WAM Capital Business Description

Address 1 Farrer Place, Level 26, Governor Phillip Tower, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
WAM Capital Ltd is a closed-end investment fund, which engages in investing activities, including cash, term deposits, and equity investments. It provides exposure to relative value arbitrage and market mispricing opportunities and manages a diversified portfolio of undervalued growth companies. Its investment objective is to deliver a stream of fully franked dividends, provide capital growth and preserve capital.
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