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Robert WaltersCHIX:RWAL 51 EV-to-OCF is 14.83 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 94% above its 10-year median of 7.64. GuruFocus rates CHIX:RWAL with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of £2.47 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,089 Business Services companies, Robert Walters ranks worse than 74.38% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Robert Walters's Enterprise Value is £126.1 Mil.
Robert Walters's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £8.5 Mil. Therefore, Robert Walters's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.83.
The historical rank and industry rank for Robert Walters's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:RWAl'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.59 Med: 7.64 Max: 18.43
Current: 14.83
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Robert Walters was 18.43. The lowest was 2.59. And the median was 7.64.
CHIX:RWAl's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 74.38% of 1089
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.24
vs CHIX:RWAl: 14.83
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.
Robert Walters's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Robert Walters's share price for today is £1.225.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Robert Walters's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £-0.375.
* 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.
Robert Walters EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Robert Walters EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Robert Walters'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 Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Robert Walters'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.
Robert Walters EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Robert Walters's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Robert Walters's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Robert Walters's current Enterprise Value is £126.1 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Robert Walters's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £8.5 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.
Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.83 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is 94% above median its historical median of 7.64. Over the past decade, Robert Walters' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.59 to 18.43. According to the industry distribution chart, Robert Walters ranks #810 out of 1089 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 74.4%.
Is Robert Walters' EV-to-OCF too high?
Robert Walters' current EV-to-OCF of 14.83 is 94% above median its 10-year median of 7.64. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.59 to a high of 18.43. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.24. Robert Walters' value of 14.83 is 104.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Robert Walters ranks #810 out of 1089 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Robert Walters has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Robert Walters' EV-to-OCF compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Robert Walters ranks #810 out of 1089 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Robert Walters in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.24. Robert Walters' value of 14.83 is 104.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Robert Walters' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.59 to 18.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.64 vs. the industry median of 7.24, Robert Walters 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Business Services companies is 7.24, based on 1,089 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. Robert Walters's current EV-to-OCF of 14.83 is 104.8% 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 Business Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Robert Walters's current EV-to-OCF is 14.83, which is 94% above median its own 10-year median of 7.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Robert Walters stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is £2.47, compared to a current price of £1.23 — trading 50.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.83, which is 94% above median its 10-year median of 7.64 and 104.8% above the Business Services industry median of 7.24. Robert Walters' overall GF Score™ is 51/100 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 Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.83 as of Aug. 09, 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 Robert Walters (CHIX:RWAL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Robert Walters stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of £1.23 is trading 50.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of £2.47.
GuruFocus considers Robert Walters to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:RWAL:
EV-to-OCF: 14.83 (94% above median its 10-year median of 7.64)
GF Value™: £2.47 vs. price of £1.23 (50.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 104.8% above the Business Services median (#810 of 1089)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:RWAL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Robert Walters PLC is a specialist professional recruitment group. The company specialises in the placement of professionals across the disciplines of accountancy and finance, banking, engineering, HR, healthcare, IT, legal, sales, marketing, secretarial and support and supply chain, logistics, and procurement. The company's client base ranges from blue-chip corporates and financial services organizations to SMEs and start-ups. The company provides three core services: Specialist professional recruitment, Recruitment outsourcing, and Talent advisory. Its geographical area of operation includes Asia Pacific, the UK, Europe, and the Rest of World. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Asia Pacific region.
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