IHS (IHS Holding) EV-to-OCF: 5.73 (As of Aug. 10, 2026) — 13% Below Median

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IHS IHS Holding Ltd IHS
54 GF Score
Price $8.30
GF Value $3.77
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is IHS Holding EV-to-OCF?

IHS Holding IHS -0.60% 54 EV-to-OCF is 5.73 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 6.60. GuruFocus rates IHS with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.77 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,797 Real Estate companies, IHS Holding ranks better than 53.26% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, IHS Holding's Enterprise Value is $5,526 Mil. IHS Holding's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $965 Mil. Therefore, IHS Holding's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.73.

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

IHS' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.29   Med: 6.6   Max: 10.92
Current: 5.73

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of IHS Holding was 10.92. The lowest was 5.29. And the median was 6.60.

IHS's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
53.26% of 1797 companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 7.14 vs IHS: 5.73

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 (2026-08-10), IHS Holding's stock price is $8.30. IHS Holding's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.530. Therefore, IHS Holding's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.66.


IHS Holding  (NYSE:IHS) 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.

IHS Holding's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.30/0.530
=15.66

IHS Holding's share price for today is $8.30.
IHS Holding's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.530.

* 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.


IHS Holding EV-to-OCF Related Terms


IHS Holding EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IHS Holding'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.

IHS Holding EV-to-OCF Chart

IHS Holding Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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IHS Holding Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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IHS vs NMRK, CWK, OPEN: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Real Estate Services subindustry, IHS Holding'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.


IHS Holding EV-to-OCF vs Real Estate Industry

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

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


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IHS Holding EV-to-OCF Calculation

IHS Holding's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=5525.571/964.5
=5.73

IHS Holding's current Enterprise Value is $5,526 Mil.
IHS Holding's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $965 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 5.73 mean?
IHS Holding (IHS) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.73 as of Aug. 10, 2026. This is 13% below median its historical median of 6.60. Over the past decade, IHS Holding's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.29 to 10.92. According to the industry distribution chart, IHS Holding ranks #840 out of 1797 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 46.7%.
Is IHS Holding's EV-to-OCF too high?
IHS Holding's current EV-to-OCF of 5.73 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 6.60. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.29 to a high of 10.92. The Real Estate industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.14. IHS Holding's value of 5.73 is 19.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, IHS Holding ranks #840 out of 1797 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, IHS Holding has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IHS Holding's EV-to-OCF compare to NMRK and CWK?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, IHS Holding ranks #840 out of 1797 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts IHS Holding in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.14. IHS Holding's value of 5.73 is 19.7% below this benchmark. Historically, IHS Holding's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.29 to 10.92 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.60 vs. the industry median of 7.14, IHS Holding has consistently been below 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 7.14, 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. IHS Holding's current EV-to-OCF of 5.73 is 19.7% below 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 7.14 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IHS Holding's current EV-to-OCF is 5.73, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 6.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IHS Holding stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IHS Holding (IHS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.77, compared to a current price of $8.30 — trading 120.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.73, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 6.60 and 19.7% below the Real Estate industry median of 7.14. IHS Holding's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 7 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 IHS Holding (IHS), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.73 as of Aug. 10, 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 IHS Holding (IHS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IHS Holding stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $8.30 is trading 120.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $3.77. GuruFocus considers IHS Holding to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for IHS:

  • EV-to-OCF: 5.73 (13% below median its 10-year median of 6.60)
  • GF Value™: $3.77 vs. price of $8.30 (120.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 19.7% below the Real Estate median (#840 of 1797)

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


IHS Holding Business Description

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Address 123 Victoria Street, 1 Cathedral Piazza, London, GBR, SW1E 5BP
IHS Holding Ltd is an independent owner, operator, and developer of shared telecommunications infrastructure. The company provides telecommunications infrastructure to its customers, who are MNOs, who in turn provide wireless voice and data services to their end-users. Its geographical segments are Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa. The majority of its revenue is derived from Nigeria.
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