African Rainbow MineralsAFBOF 82 EV-to-FCF is 10.28 as of Jun. 24, 2026, which is 23% below its 10-year median of 13.28. GuruFocus rates AFBOF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.88 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 445 Metals & Mining companies, African Rainbow Minerals ranks better than 71.91% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, African Rainbow Minerals's Enterprise Value is $1,859.0 Mil.
African Rainbow Minerals's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $180.9 Mil. Therefore, African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-FCF for today is 10.28.
The historical rank and industry rank for African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
AFBOF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -223.79 Med: 13.28 Max: 28.6
Current: 9.9
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of African Rainbow Minerals was 28.60. The lowest was -223.79. And the median was 13.28.
AFBOF's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 71.91% of 445
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 19.18
vs AFBOF: 9.90
EV-to-FCF 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-FCF 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.
African Rainbow Minerals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
African Rainbow Minerals's share price for today is $11.07.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. African Rainbow Minerals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.417.
* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
African Rainbow Minerals EV-to-FCF Related Terms
African Rainbow Minerals EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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 Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.
African Rainbow Minerals EV-to-FCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where African Rainbow Minerals's EV-to-FCF falls into.
African Rainbow Minerals's current Enterprise Value is $1,859.0 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. African Rainbow Minerals's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $180.9 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.
African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF) has a EV-to-FCF of 10.28 as of Jun. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on African Rainbow Minerals and its competitors. This is 23% below median its historical median of 13.28. According to the industry distribution chart, African Rainbow Minerals ranks #125 out of 445 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 28.1%.
Is African Rainbow Minerals' EV-to-FCF too high?
African Rainbow Minerals' current EV-to-FCF of 10.28 is 23% below median its 10-year median of 13.28. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.18. African Rainbow Minerals' value of 10.28 is 46.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, African Rainbow Minerals ranks #125 out of 445 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, African Rainbow Minerals has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does African Rainbow Minerals' EV-to-FCF compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, African Rainbow Minerals ranks #125 out of 445 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts African Rainbow Minerals in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.18. African Rainbow Minerals' value of 10.28 is 46.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.28 vs. the industry median of 19.18, African Rainbow Minerals 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-FCF for a Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Metals & Mining companies is 19.18, based on 445 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. African Rainbow Minerals's current EV-to-FCF of 10.28 is 46.4% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on African Rainbow Minerals and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 19.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. African Rainbow Minerals's current EV-to-FCF is 10.28, which is 23% below median its own 10-year median of 13.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is African Rainbow Minerals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.88, compared to a current price of $11.07 — trading 14.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 10.28, which is 23% below median its 10-year median of 13.28 and 46.4% below the Metals & Mining industry median of 19.18. African Rainbow Minerals' overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF), the current EV-to-FCF is 10.28 as of Jun. 24, 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 African Rainbow Minerals (AFBOF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, African Rainbow Minerals stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $11.07 is trading 14.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.88.
GuruFocus considers African Rainbow Minerals to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for AFBOF:
EV-to-FCF: 10.28 (23% below median its 10-year median of 13.28)
GF Value™: $12.88 vs. price of $11.07 (14.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 46.4% below the Metals & Mining median (#125 of 445)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AFBOF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
African Rainbow Minerals Ltd is a South African diversified mining and minerals company with operations in South Africa and Malaysia. The group operates through four main segments: ARM Platinum, which includes platinum group metals and nickel; ARM Ferrous, focused on iron ore, manganese ore, and chrome ore; ARM Coal, operating mainly in the Goedgevonden Mine; and ARM Corporate, which includes Machadodorp Works, gold investments, and other activities. The company produces manganese alloys and holds a strategic investment in gold. The company generates the majority of its revenue from South Africa and maintains a presence in Europe, the Americas, and the Far and Middle East.
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