Chorus (ASX:CNU) EV-to-FCF: 41.67 (As of Jul. 22, 2026)

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ASX:CNU Chorus Ltd ASX:CNU
68 GF Score
Price A$8.01
GF Value A$7.90
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 12 Warning Signs
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What is Chorus EV-to-FCF?

Chorus ASX:CNU -0.74% 68 EV-to-FCF is 41.67 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:CNU with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of A$7.90 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 12 warning signs investors should review. Among 250 Telecommunication Services companies, Chorus ranks worse than 87.6% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Chorus's Enterprise Value is A$6,143.7 Mil. Chorus's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$147.5 Mil. Therefore, Chorus's EV-to-FCF for today is 41.67.

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

ASX:CNU' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -64.76   Med: -17.75   Max: 255.16
Current: 46.05

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Chorus was 255.16. The lowest was -64.76. And the median was -17.75.

ASX:CNU's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
87.6% of 250 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 15.215 vs ASX:CNU: 46.05

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.

As of today (2026-07-22), Chorus's stock price is A$8.01. Chorus's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.049. Therefore, Chorus's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 163.47.


Chorus  (ASX:CNU) EV-to-FCF Explanation

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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.01/0.049
=163.47

Chorus's share price for today is A$8.01.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chorus's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.049.

* 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.


Chorus EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Chorus EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Chorus's EV-to-FCF 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.

Chorus EV-to-FCF Chart

Chorus Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -59.83 108.62 217.46 85.75 42.50

Chorus Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF 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 0.00 85.75 0.00 42.50 0.00

ASX:CNU vs TMUS, VZ, T: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Chorus'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.


Chorus EV-to-FCF vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Chorus's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Chorus's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Chorus EV-to-FCF Calculation

Chorus's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=6143.744/147.455
=41.67

Chorus's current Enterprise Value is A$6,143.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Chorus's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$147.5 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 41.67 mean?
Chorus (ASX:CNU) has a EV-to-FCF of 41.67 as of Jul. 22, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Chorus and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Chorus ranks #219 out of 250 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 87.6%.
Is Chorus' EV-to-FCF too high?
Chorus' current EV-to-FCF is 41.67. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.22. Chorus' value of 41.67 is 173.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Chorus ranks #219 out of 250 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Chorus has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Chorus' EV-to-FCF compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Chorus ranks #219 out of 250 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Chorus in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.22. Chorus' value of 41.67 is 173.9% above this benchmark. 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Telecommunication Services companies is 15.22, based on 250 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. Chorus's current EV-to-FCF of 41.67 is 173.9% 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-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 Chorus and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Chorus's current EV-to-FCF is 41.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Chorus stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chorus (ASX:CNU) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$7.90, compared to a current price of A$8.01 — trading 1.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 41.67 and 173.9% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 15.22. Chorus' overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 12 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 Chorus (ASX:CNU), the current EV-to-FCF is 41.67 as of Jul. 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.

Is Chorus (ASX:CNU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Chorus stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$8.01 is trading 1.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$7.90. GuruFocus considers Chorus to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:CNU:

  • EV-to-FCF: 41.67
  • GF Value™: A$7.90 vs. price of A$8.01 (1.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 12 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 173.9% above the Telecommunication Services median (#219 of 250)

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


Chorus Business Description

Address 1 Willis Street, Level 10, Wellington, NTL, NZL
Chorus is New Zealand's largest fixed-line communications infrastructure entity. It completed the government's rollout of ultra-fast broadband a fiber-to-the-premises network covering 87% of the population in New Zealand in December 2022. Chorus offers wholesale access to the country's only nationwide copper and fiber infrastructure network. This allows around 100 retail service providers to enable consumers and business to connect to the internet and other telecommunications products. Chorus also provides backhaul services to retail service providers and connects mobile telephony towers.
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