Zenova Group (LSE:ZED) EV-to-OCF: -5.88 (As of Sep. 22, 2026)

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What is Zenova Group EV-to-OCF?

Zenova Group LSE:ZED EV-to-OCF is -5.88 as of Sep. 22, 2026.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Zenova Group's Enterprise Value is £0.68 Mil. Zenova Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2025 was £-0.12 Mil. Therefore, Zenova Group's EV-to-OCF for today is -5.88.

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

LSE:ZED' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.4   Med: -0.61   Max: -0.31
Current: -3.26

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Zenova Group was -0.31. The lowest was -3.40. And the median was -0.61.

LSE:ZED's EV-to-OCF is not ranked
in the Chemicals industry.
Industry Median: 11.61 vs LSE:ZED: -3.26

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 (2026-09-22), Zenova Group's stock price is £0.00205. Zenova Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2025 was £-0.007. Therefore, Zenova Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Zenova Group  (LSE:ZED) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.00205/-0.007
=At Loss

Zenova Group's share price for today is £0.00205.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Zenova Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2025 was £-0.007.

* 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.


Zenova Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Zenova Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zenova 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.

Zenova Group EV-to-OCF Chart

Zenova Group Annual Data
Trend Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24
EV-to-OCF
-1.00 -11.39 -5.29 -3.26 -1.22

Zenova Group Semi-Annual Data
May22 Nov22 May23 Nov23 May24 Nov24 May25
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial -2.59 -3.43 -1.40 -1.33 -3.06

LSE:ZED vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Zenova 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.


Zenova Group EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Zenova Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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



Zenova Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=0.682/-0.116
=-5.88

Zenova Group's current Enterprise Value is £0.68 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Zenova Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2025 was £-0.12 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 -5.88 mean?
Zenova Group (LSE:ZED) has a EV-to-OCF of -5.88 as of Sep. 22, 2026.
Is Zenova Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Zenova Group's current EV-to-OCF is -5.88.
How does Zenova Group's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
Zenova Group's EV-to-OCF of -5.88 can be compared against companies in the Chemicals industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.61. 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 11.61, based on 1,619 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. 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 Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zenova Group's current EV-to-OCF is -5.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zenova Group stock overvalued right now?
Zenova Group (LSE:ZED) has a current EV-to-OCF of -5.88. The current EV-to-OCF is -5.88. 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 Zenova Group (LSE:ZED), the current EV-to-OCF is -5.88 as of Sep. 22, 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.

Zenova Group Business Description

Address 172 Arlington Road, London, GBR, NW1 7HL
Zenova Group PLC is engaged in the development, manufacture, and sale of fire-retardant systems. It is the holder of intellectual property to underpin a suite of fire safety and temperature management products and technology applicable to industrial, commercial and residential markets. The company's product range includes fire protection paint, insulating paint and render and extinguishing fluid, and it has further products in varying stages of development and testing.