Woolworths Holdings (FRA:WN3) EV-to-OCF: 12.69 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 40% Below Median

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FRA:WN3 Woolworths Holdings Ltd FRA:WN3
72 GF Score
Price €2.38
GF Value €3.67
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What is Woolworths Holdings EV-to-OCF?

Woolworths Holdings FRA:WN3 +0.85% 72 EV-to-OCF is 12.69 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 21.03. GuruFocus rates FRA:WN3 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.67. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,134 Retail - Cyclical companies, Woolworths Holdings ranks worse than 64.64% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Woolworths Holdings's Enterprise Value is €3,040 Mil. Woolworths Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €240 Mil. Therefore, Woolworths Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.69.

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

FRA:WN3' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.54   Med: 21.03   Max: 40.37
Current: 11.53

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Woolworths Holdings was 40.37. The lowest was 9.54. And the median was 21.03.

FRA:WN3's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
64.64% of 1134 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.175 vs FRA:WN3: 11.53

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 (2026-07-31), Woolworths Holdings's stock price is €2.38. Woolworths Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.097. Therefore, Woolworths Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 24.54.


Woolworths Holdings  (FRA:WN3) 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.

Woolworths Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.38/0.097
=24.54

Woolworths Holdings's share price for today is €2.38.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Woolworths Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.097.

* 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.


Woolworths Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Woolworths Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Woolworths Holdings'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.

Woolworths Holdings EV-to-OCF Chart

Woolworths Holdings Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
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Woolworths Holdings Semi-Annual Data
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FRA:WN3 vs DDS, M: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Department Stores subindustry, Woolworths Holdings'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.


Woolworths Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Woolworths Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Woolworths Holdings EV-to-OCF Calculation

Woolworths Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3039.581/239.523
=12.69

Woolworths Holdings's current Enterprise Value is €3,040 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Woolworths Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €240 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 12.69 mean?
Woolworths Holdings (FRA:WN3) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.69 as of Jul. 31, 2026. This is 40% below median its historical median of 21.03. Over the past decade, Woolworths Holdings' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.54 to 40.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Woolworths Holdings ranks #733 out of 1134 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 64.6%.
Is Woolworths Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
Woolworths Holdings' current EV-to-OCF of 12.69 is 40% below median its 10-year median of 21.03. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.54 to a high of 40.37. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.18. Woolworths Holdings' value of 12.69 is 76.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Woolworths Holdings ranks #733 out of 1134 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Woolworths Holdings has a GF Score™ of 72/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Woolworths Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to DDS and M?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Woolworths Holdings ranks #733 out of 1134 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Woolworths Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.18. Woolworths Holdings' value of 12.69 is 76.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Woolworths Holdings' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.54 to 40.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.03 vs. the industry median of 7.18, Woolworths Holdings 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.18, based on 1,134 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. Woolworths Holdings's current EV-to-OCF of 12.69 is 76.9% 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 Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Woolworths Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is 12.69, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 21.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Woolworths Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Woolworths Holdings (FRA:WN3) has a current EV-to-OCF of 12.69. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.67, compared to a current price of €2.38 — trading 35.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.69, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 21.03 and 76.9% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.18. Woolworths Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 3 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 Woolworths Holdings (FRA:WN3), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.69 as of Jul. 31, 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 Woolworths Holdings (FRA:WN3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Woolworths Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €2.38 is trading 35.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €3.67.

Key valuation signals for FRA:WN3:

  • EV-to-OCF: 12.69 (40% below median its 10-year median of 21.03)
  • GF Value™: €3.67 vs. price of €2.38 (35.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 76.9% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#733 of 1134)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:WN3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Woolworths Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges WHL:South AfricaWLWHY:USA
Address 93 Longmarket Street, Woolworths House, Cape Town, WC, ZAF, 8001
Woolworths Holdings Ltd is a southern hemisphere retail Group. Its current operations are conducted through its two operating subsidiaries. The segments involve: Fashion, Beauty and Home; Food; Logistics; Woolworths Financial Services; Country Road Group; and Treasury. It derives maximum revenue from Food Segment. Geographically, It operates iun South Africa, Australia and New Zealand and Rest of Africa.
72GF Score

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