Premier Group (JSE:PMR) EV-to-OCF: 15.21 (As of Sep. 11, 2026) — 34% Above Median

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JSE:PMR Premier Group Ltd JSE:PMR
62 GF Score
Price R169.71
GF Value R159.35
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Premier Group EV-to-OCF?

Premier Group JSE:PMR -0.35% 62 EV-to-OCF is 15.21 as of Sep. 11, 2026, which is 34% above its 10-year median of 11.31. GuruFocus rates JSE:PMR with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of R159.35 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,000 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Premier Group ranks worse than 72.65% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Premier Group's Enterprise Value is R30,777 Mil. Premier Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R2,023 Mil. Therefore, Premier Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 15.21.

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

JSE:PMR' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.95   Med: 11.31   Max: 20.06
Current: 15.52

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Premier Group was 20.06. The lowest was 5.95. And the median was 11.31.

JSE:PMR's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
72.65% of 2000 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 7.965 vs JSE:PMR: 15.52

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 (2026-09-11), Premier Group's stock price is R169.71. Premier Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R11.242. Therefore, Premier Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.10.


Premier Group  (JSE:PMR) 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.

Premier Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=169.71/11.242
=15.10

Premier Group's share price for today is R169.71.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Premier Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R11.242.

* 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.


Premier Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Premier Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Premier Group'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.

Premier Group EV-to-OCF Chart

Premier Group Annual Data
Trend Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
0.00 10.97 6.02 13.91 15.74

Premier Group Semi-Annual Data
Mar22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial 6.02 0.00 13.91 0.00 15.74

JSE:PMR vs KR, SFM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Premier Group'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.


Premier Group EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Premier Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


JSE:PMR
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Premier Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

Premier Group's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=30777.169/2022.925
=15.21

Premier Group's current Enterprise Value is R30,777 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Premier Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R2,023 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 15.21 mean?
Premier Group (JSE:PMR) has a EV-to-OCF of 15.21 as of Sep. 11, 2026. This is 34% above median its historical median of 11.31. Over the past decade, Premier Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.95 to 20.06. According to the industry distribution chart, Premier Group ranks #1453 out of 2000 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 72.6%.
Is Premier Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Premier Group's current EV-to-OCF of 15.21 is 34% above median its 10-year median of 11.31. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.95 to a high of 20.06. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.97. Premier Group's value of 15.21 is 91% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Premier Group ranks #1453 out of 2000 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Premier Group has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Premier Group's EV-to-OCF compare to KR and SFM?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Premier Group ranks #1453 out of 2000 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Premier Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.97. Premier Group's value of 15.21 is 91% above this benchmark. Historically, Premier Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.95 to 20.06 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.31 vs. the industry median of 7.97, Premier Group 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 7.97, based on 2,000 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. Premier Group's current EV-to-OCF of 15.21 is 91% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Premier Group's current EV-to-OCF is 15.21, which is 34% above median its own 10-year median of 11.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Premier Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Premier Group (JSE:PMR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R159.35, compared to a current price of R169.71 — trading 6.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 15.21, which is 34% above median its 10-year median of 11.31 and 91% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 7.97. Premier Group's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 Premier Group (JSE:PMR), the current EV-to-OCF is 15.21 as of Sep. 11, 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 Premier Group (JSE:PMR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Premier Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R169.71 is trading 6.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of R159.35. GuruFocus considers Premier Group to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:PMR:

  • EV-to-OCF: 15.21 (34% above median its 10-year median of 11.31)
  • GF Value™: R159.35 vs. price of R169.71 (6.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 91% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1453 of 2000)

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


Premier Group Business Description

Address Maxwell Office Park, Building 5, Magwa Crescent West, Isando, ZAF, 1600
Premier Group Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of staple milling and baking products, confectionery and home and personal care (HPC) products. The company is organized into two segments Millbake and Groceries and International. It derives maximum revenue from Millbake segment.
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