Investec (NAM:IVD) EV-to-OCF: 3.17 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 60% Below Median

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NAM:IVD Investec Ltd NAM:IVD
83 GF Score
Price R144.13
GF Value R146.92
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Investec EV-to-OCF?

Investec NAM:IVD -0.47% 83 EV-to-OCF is 3.17 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 60% below its 10-year median of 8.02. GuruFocus rates NAM:IVD with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of R146.92 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,497 Banks companies, Investec ranks better than 53.71% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Investec's Enterprise Value is R26,740 Mil. Investec's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R8,436 Mil. Therefore, Investec's EV-to-OCF for today is 3.17.

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

NAM:IVD' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -41.23   Med: 8.02   Max: 38.12
Current: 3.19

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Investec was 38.12. The lowest was -41.23. And the median was 8.02.

NAM:IVD's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
53.71% of 1497 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 3.99 vs NAM:IVD: 3.19

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 (2026-08-12), Investec's stock price is R144.13. Investec's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R9.218. Therefore, Investec's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.64.


Investec  (NAM:IVD) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=144.13/9.218
=15.64

Investec's share price for today is R144.13.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Investec's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R9.218.

* 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.


Investec EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Investec EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Investec'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.

Investec EV-to-OCF Chart

Investec 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 10.97 0.96 34.29 10.39 11.81

Investec 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 34.29 0.00 10.39 0.00 11.81

NAM:IVD vs PNC, USB: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Investec'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.


Investec EV-to-OCF vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Investec's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


NAM:IVD
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Investec EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=26740.132/8436
=3.17

Investec's current Enterprise Value is R26,740 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Investec's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R8,436 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 3.17 mean?
Investec (NAM:IVD) has a EV-to-OCF of 3.17 as of Aug. 12, 2026. This is 60% below median its historical median of 8.02. According to the industry distribution chart, Investec ranks #693 out of 1497 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 46.3%.
Is Investec's EV-to-OCF too high?
Investec's current EV-to-OCF of 3.17 is 60% below median its 10-year median of 8.02. The Banks industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.99. Investec's value of 3.17 is 20.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Investec ranks #693 out of 1497 companies in the Banks industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Investec has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Investec's EV-to-OCF compare to PNC and USB?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Investec ranks #693 out of 1497 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Investec in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.99. Investec's value of 3.17 is 20.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 8.02 vs. the industry median of 3.99, Investec 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 Banks company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Banks companies is 3.99, based on 1,497 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. Investec's current EV-to-OCF of 3.17 is 20.6% 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 Banks industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 3.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Investec's current EV-to-OCF is 3.17, which is 60% below median its own 10-year median of 8.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Investec stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Investec (NAM:IVD) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R146.92, compared to a current price of R144.13 — trading 1.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 3.17, which is 60% below median its 10-year median of 8.02 and 20.6% below the Banks industry median of 3.99. Investec's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 8 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 Investec (NAM:IVD), the current EV-to-OCF is 3.17 as of Aug. 12, 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 Investec (NAM:IVD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Investec stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R144.13 is trading 1.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of R146.92. GuruFocus considers Investec to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for NAM:IVD:

  • EV-to-OCF: 3.17 (60% below median its 10-year median of 8.02)
  • GF Value™: R146.92 vs. price of R144.13 (1.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 20.6% below the Banks median (#693 of 1497)

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


Investec Business Description

Address 100 Grayston Drive, Sandown, Sandton, ZAF, 2196
Investec Ltd offers specialist banking and wealth & investment services. It provides Investment advisory services, financial planning, stockbroking, lending, treasury solutions, transactional banking, investment activities, and deposit-raising activities.
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