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Kumba Iron OreSTU:KUI +4.44%73 EV-to-OCF is 9.02 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 77% above its 10-year median of 5.11. GuruFocus rates STU:KUI with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of €16.71 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 635 Steel companies, Kumba Iron Ore ranks worse than 57.8% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Kumba Iron Ore's Enterprise Value is €4,720 Mil.
Kumba Iron Ore's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €523 Mil. Therefore, Kumba Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.02.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kumba Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:KUI'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.29 Med: 5.11 Max: 10.5
Current: 9.13
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Kumba Iron Ore was 10.50. The lowest was 2.29. And the median was 5.11.
STU:KUI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 57.8% of 635
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 7.57
vs STU:KUI: 9.13
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.
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.
Kumba Iron Ore's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Kumba Iron Ore's share price for today is €14.10.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kumba Iron Ore's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1.867.
* 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.
Kumba Iron Ore EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Kumba Iron Ore EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Kumba Iron Ore'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.
For the Steel subindustry, Kumba Iron Ore'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.
Kumba Iron Ore EV-to-OCF vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Kumba Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kumba Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Kumba Iron Ore's current Enterprise Value is €4,720 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Kumba Iron Ore's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €523 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.
Kumba Iron Ore (STU:KUI) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.02 as of Aug. 08, 2026. This is 77% above median its historical median of 5.11. Over the past decade, Kumba Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.29 to 10.50. According to the industry distribution chart, Kumba Iron Ore ranks #367 out of 635 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 57.8%.
Is Kumba Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF too high?
Kumba Iron Ore's current EV-to-OCF of 9.02 is 77% above median its 10-year median of 5.11. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.29 to a high of 10.50. The Steel industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.57. Kumba Iron Ore's value of 9.02 is 19.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kumba Iron Ore ranks #367 out of 635 companies in the Steel industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kumba Iron Ore has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kumba Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Kumba Iron Ore ranks #367 out of 635 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Kumba Iron Ore in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.57. Kumba Iron Ore's value of 9.02 is 19.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Kumba Iron Ore's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.29 to 10.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.11 vs. the industry median of 7.57, Kumba Iron Ore 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Steel companies is 7.57, based on 635 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. Kumba Iron Ore's current EV-to-OCF of 9.02 is 19.2% 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 Steel industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.57 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kumba Iron Ore's current EV-to-OCF is 9.02, which is 77% above median its own 10-year median of 5.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kumba Iron Ore stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kumba Iron Ore (STU:KUI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €16.71, compared to a current price of €14.10 — trading 15.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.02, which is 77% above median its 10-year median of 5.11 and 19.2% above the Steel industry median of 7.57. Kumba Iron Ore's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 4 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 Kumba Iron Ore (STU:KUI), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.02 as of Aug. 08, 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 Kumba Iron Ore (STU:KUI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kumba Iron Ore stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €14.10 is trading 15.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of €16.71.
GuruFocus considers Kumba Iron Ore to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:KUI:
EV-to-OCF: 9.02 (77% above median its 10-year median of 5.11)
GF Value™: €16.71 vs. price of €14.10 (15.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 19.2% above the Steel median (#367 of 635)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:KUI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kumba Iron Ore Ltd is engaged in the exploration, mining, processing, blending, and sale of iron ore to the steel industry. The company operates in South Africa, with mining operations in the Northern Cape and Limpopo provinces, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape. The company's flagship asset is the Sishen mine, which it holds a majority stake in, located near the town of Kathu in the Northern Cape Province. The Sishen mine is opencast and produces the bulk of the group's iron ore, which is exported. It also holds an interest in the Kolomela mine. The company also generates revenue from Shipping operations. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from its products.
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