Aberdeen Asia Focus (LSE:AAS) EV-to-OCF: 97.06 (As of Aug. 13, 2026) — 53% Above Median

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What is Aberdeen Asia Focus EV-to-OCF?

Aberdeen Asia Focus LSE:AAS +1.35% 40 EV-to-OCF is 97.06 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 53% above its 10-year median of 63.29. GuruFocus rates LSE:AAS with a GF Score™ of 40/100. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,500 Asset Management companies, Aberdeen Asia Focus ranks worse than 94.07% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Aberdeen Asia Focus's Enterprise Value is £668.2 Mil. Aberdeen Asia Focus's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £6.9 Mil. Therefore, Aberdeen Asia Focus's EV-to-OCF for today is 97.06.

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

LSE:AAS' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 37.88   Med: 63.29   Max: 206.61
Current: 97.06

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Aberdeen Asia Focus was 206.61. The lowest was 37.88. And the median was 63.29.

LSE:AAS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
94.07% of 1500 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.9 vs LSE:AAS: 97.06

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 (2026-08-13), Aberdeen Asia Focus's stock price is £4.52. Aberdeen Asia Focus's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £0.775. Therefore, Aberdeen Asia Focus's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.83.


Aberdeen Asia Focus  (LSE:AAS) 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.

Aberdeen Asia Focus's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.52/0.775
=5.83

Aberdeen Asia Focus's share price for today is £4.52.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Aberdeen Asia Focus's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £0.775.

* 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.


Aberdeen Asia Focus EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Aberdeen Asia Focus EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Aberdeen Asia Focus'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.

Aberdeen Asia Focus EV-to-OCF Chart

Aberdeen Asia Focus Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
EV-to-OCF
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Aberdeen Asia Focus Semi-Annual Data
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LSE:AAS vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Aberdeen Asia Focus'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.


Aberdeen Asia Focus EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Aberdeen Asia Focus's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Aberdeen Asia Focus's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Aberdeen Asia Focus EV-to-OCF Calculation

Aberdeen Asia Focus's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=668.163/6.884
=97.06

Aberdeen Asia Focus's current Enterprise Value is £668.2 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Aberdeen Asia Focus's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £6.9 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 97.06 mean?
Aberdeen Asia Focus (LSE:AAS) has a EV-to-OCF of 97.06 as of Aug. 13, 2026. This is 53% above median its historical median of 63.29. Over the past decade, Aberdeen Asia Focus' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 37.88 to 206.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Aberdeen Asia Focus ranks #1411 out of 1500 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 94.1%.
Is Aberdeen Asia Focus' EV-to-OCF too high?
Aberdeen Asia Focus' current EV-to-OCF of 97.06 is 53% above median its 10-year median of 63.29. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 37.88 to a high of 206.61. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.90. Aberdeen Asia Focus' value of 97.06 is 1545.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Aberdeen Asia Focus ranks #1411 out of 1500 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Aberdeen Asia Focus has a GF Score™ of 40/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Aberdeen Asia Focus' EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Aberdeen Asia Focus ranks #1411 out of 1500 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Aberdeen Asia Focus in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.90. Aberdeen Asia Focus' value of 97.06 is 1545.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Aberdeen Asia Focus' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 37.88 to 206.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 63.29 vs. the industry median of 5.90, Aberdeen Asia Focus 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 5.90, based on 1,500 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. Aberdeen Asia Focus's current EV-to-OCF of 97.06 is 1545.1% 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Aberdeen Asia Focus's current EV-to-OCF is 97.06, which is 53% above median its own 10-year median of 63.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Aberdeen Asia Focus stock overvalued right now?
Aberdeen Asia Focus (LSE:AAS) has a current EV-to-OCF of 97.06. The current EV-to-OCF is 97.06, which is 53% above median its 10-year median of 63.29 and 1545.1% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.90. Aberdeen Asia Focus' overall GF Score™ is 40/100 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 Aberdeen Asia Focus (LSE:AAS), the current EV-to-OCF is 97.06 as of Aug. 13, 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.

Aberdeen Asia Focus Business Description

Address 280 Bishopsgate, London, GBR, EC2M 4AG
abrdn Asia Focus PLC is a closed-end investment company listed on the London Stock Exchange. The company focuses on identifying and investing in well-managed smaller companies across Asia (excluding Japan) that demonstrate strong growth potential. The company aims to maximise total return to shareholders over the long term from a portfolio made up predominantly of quoted smaller companies. Its investments span multiple industries and economies, generating returns through capital appreciation. The company is engaged in a single segment of business activity, being investment business.
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