Alexander Forbes Group Holdings (JSE:AFH) EV-to-OCF: -1.03 (As of Aug. 26, 2026)

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JSE:AFH Alexander Forbes Group Holdings Ltd JSE:AFH
63 GF Score
Price R7.13
GF Value R8.77
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Alexander Forbes Group Holdings EV-to-OCF?

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings JSE:AFH +2.15% 63 EV-to-OCF is -1.03 as of Aug. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:AFH with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of R8.77 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 531 Diversified Financial Services companies, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings ranks worse than 75.52% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's Enterprise Value is R-6,254 Mil. Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R6,056 Mil. Therefore, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is -1.03.

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

JSE:AFH' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.53   Med: -0.84   Max: 4.36
Current: -1.06

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Alexander Forbes Group Holdings was 4.36. The lowest was -8.53. And the median was -0.84.

JSE:AFH's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
75.52% of 531 companies
in the Diversified Financial Services industry
Industry Median: -39.36 vs JSE:AFH: -1.06

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 (2026-08-26), Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's stock price is R7.13. Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R0.637. Therefore, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.19.


Alexander Forbes Group Holdings  (JSE:AFH) 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.

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=7.13/0.637
=11.19

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's share price for today is R7.13.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R0.637.

* 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.


Alexander Forbes Group Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Alexander Forbes Group Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Alexander Forbes Group 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.

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings EV-to-OCF Chart

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.06 -6.04 -1.62 -1.33 -1.15

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.62 0.00 -1.33 0.00 -1.15

JSE:AFH vs FRHC, VOYA: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Financial Conglomerates subindustry, Alexander Forbes Group 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.


Alexander Forbes Group Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Diversified Financial Services Industry

For the Diversified Financial Services industry and Financial Services sector, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


JSE:AFH
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Alexander Forbes Group Holdings EV-to-OCF Calculation

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=-6253.755/6056
=-1.03

Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's current Enterprise Value is R-6,254 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R6,056 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 -1.03 mean?
Alexander Forbes Group Holdings (JSE:AFH) has a EV-to-OCF of -1.03 as of Aug. 26, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings ranks #401 out of 531 companies in the Diversified Financial Services industry, placing it in the top 75.5%.
Is Alexander Forbes Group Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
Alexander Forbes Group Holdings' current EV-to-OCF is -1.03. Based on the distribution chart, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings ranks #401 out of 531 companies in the Diversified Financial Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Alexander Forbes Group Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to FRHC and VOYA?
According to the Diversified Financial Services industry distribution chart, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings ranks #401 out of 531 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Alexander Forbes Group Holdings in the lower half of its industry. 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 Diversified Financial Services company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Diversified Financial Services industry context. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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. Alexander Forbes Group Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is -1.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alexander Forbes Group Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings (JSE:AFH) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R8.77, compared to a current price of R7.13 — trading 18.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -1.03. Alexander Forbes Group Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Alexander Forbes Group Holdings (JSE:AFH), the current EV-to-OCF is -1.03 as of Aug. 26, 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 Alexander Forbes Group Holdings (JSE:AFH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alexander Forbes Group Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R7.13 is trading 18.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of R8.77. GuruFocus considers Alexander Forbes Group Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:AFH:

  • EV-to-OCF: -1.03
  • GF Value™: R8.77 vs. price of R7.13 (18.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Alexander Forbes Group Holdings Business Description

Address 115 West Street, Sandown, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2196
Alexander Forbes Group Holdings Ltd is a South Africa-based diversified financial services company. The company operates through seven segments: Retirement consulting, Healthcare consulting, Investments, Individual consulting, Multinational consulting, Solutions & Enablement, and Client Services & Business Optimization. Its services include Retirement consulting, Investments, Healthcare, Preservation funds, and Others. The company also offers online services.
63GF Score

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