Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) EV-to-OCF: 28.94 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 62% Above Median

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OSL:AFK Arendals Fossekompani ASA OSL:AFK
66 GF Score
Price kr184.00
GF Value kr122.48
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-OCF?

Arendals Fossekompani ASA OSL:AFK +1.10% 66 EV-to-OCF is 28.94 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 62% above its 10-year median of 17.84. GuruFocus rates OSL:AFK with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of kr122.48 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 568 Conglomerates companies, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks worse than 85.21% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's Enterprise Value is kr10,402 Mil. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr359 Mil. Therefore, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-OCF for today is 28.94.

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

OSL:AFK' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -46.14   Med: 17.84   Max: 463.4
Current: 28.94

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Arendals Fossekompani ASA was 463.40. The lowest was -46.14. And the median was 17.84.

OSL:AFK's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
85.21% of 568 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 8.47 vs OSL:AFK: 28.94

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 (2026-08-02), Arendals Fossekompani ASA's stock price is kr184.00. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was kr9.780. Therefore, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 18.81.


Arendals Fossekompani ASA  (OSL:AFK) 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.

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=184.00/9.780
=18.81

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's share price for today is kr184.00.
Arendals Fossekompani ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was kr9.780.

* 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.


Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Arendals Fossekompani ASA'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.

Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-OCF Chart

Arendals Fossekompani ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Arendals Fossekompani ASA Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 13.31 15.94 14.87 31.19 25.27

OSL:AFK vs MMM, HON: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Arendals Fossekompani ASA'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.


Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-OCF vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


OSL:AFK
66GF Score
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Arendals Fossekompani ASA EV-to-OCF Calculation

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=10401.773/359.394
=28.94

Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr10,402 Mil.
Arendals Fossekompani ASA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was kr359 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 28.94 mean?
Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) has a EV-to-OCF of 28.94 as of Aug. 02, 2026. This is 62% above median its historical median of 17.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks #484 out of 568 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 85.2%.
Is Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-OCF too high?
Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current EV-to-OCF of 28.94 is 62% above median its 10-year median of 17.84. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.47. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's value of 28.94 is 241.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks #484 out of 568 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Arendals Fossekompani ASA has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Arendals Fossekompani ASA's EV-to-OCF compare to MMM and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Arendals Fossekompani ASA ranks #484 out of 568 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Arendals Fossekompani ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.47. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's value of 28.94 is 241.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 17.84 vs. the industry median of 8.47, Arendals Fossekompani ASA 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Conglomerates companies is 8.47, based on 568 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. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current EV-to-OCF of 28.94 is 241.7% 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 Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.47 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's current EV-to-OCF is 28.94, which is 62% above median its own 10-year median of 17.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Arendals Fossekompani ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr122.48, compared to a current price of kr184.00 — trading 50.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 28.94, which is 62% above median its 10-year median of 17.84 and 241.7% above the Conglomerates industry median of 8.47. Arendals Fossekompani ASA's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK), the current EV-to-OCF is 28.94 as of Aug. 02, 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 Arendals Fossekompani ASA (OSL:AFK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arendals Fossekompani ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of kr184.00 is trading 50.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr122.48. GuruFocus considers Arendals Fossekompani ASA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for OSL:AFK:

  • EV-to-OCF: 28.94 (62% above median its 10-year median of 17.84)
  • GF Value™: kr122.48 vs. price of kr184.00 (50.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 241.7% above the Conglomerates median (#484 of 568)

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


Arendals Fossekompani ASA Business Description

Address Langbryggen 9, Arendal, NOR, 4841
Arendals Fossekompani ASA is an industrial investment company holding several core investments and a portfolio of financial investments. The company invests in and owns companies that make energy from renewable sources more usable and accessible, and that contribute to a more sustainable use of resources. It owns and operates two hydropower plants. In addition, the firm operates globally in many forward-looking industries, including 3D printing, algo trading, satellite services, battery and solar technology, software and digitalization, as well as various green energy technologies. The company has seven operating segments: Group Management, AFK Vannkraft, NSSLGIobaI, ENRX, Tekna, AFK Eiendom, and Others.
66GF Score

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