Bowler MetcalfJSE:BCF 82 EV-to-FCF is 4.76 as of Jul. 02, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 6.85. GuruFocus rates JSE:BCF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of R14.77 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 241 Packaging & Containers companies, Bowler Metcalf ranks better than 86.31% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Bowler Metcalf's Enterprise Value is R706.3 Mil.
Bowler Metcalf's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R148.5 Mil. Therefore, Bowler Metcalf's EV-to-FCF for today is 4.76.
The historical rank and industry rank for Bowler Metcalf's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
JSE:BCF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -349.17 Med: 6.85 Max: 444.93
Current: 4.76
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Bowler Metcalf was 444.93. The lowest was -349.17. And the median was 6.85.
JSE:BCF's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 86.31% of 241
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 15.88
vs JSE:BCF: 4.76
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.
Bowler Metcalf's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Bowler Metcalf's share price for today is R13.99.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Bowler Metcalf's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R1.917.
* 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.
Bowler Metcalf EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Bowler Metcalf EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Bowler Metcalf'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.
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Bowler Metcalf'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.
Bowler Metcalf EV-to-FCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Bowler Metcalf's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Bowler Metcalf's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Bowler Metcalf's current Enterprise Value is R706.3 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Bowler Metcalf's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R148.5 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.
Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) has a EV-to-FCF of 4.76 as of Jul. 02, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Bowler Metcalf and its competitors. This is 31% below median its historical median of 6.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Bowler Metcalf ranks #33 out of 241 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 13.7%.
Is Bowler Metcalf's EV-to-FCF too high?
Bowler Metcalf's current EV-to-FCF of 4.76 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 6.85. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.88. Bowler Metcalf's value of 4.76 is 70% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Bowler Metcalf ranks #33 out of 241 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Bowler Metcalf has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bowler Metcalf's EV-to-FCF compare to SW and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Bowler Metcalf ranks #33 out of 241 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Bowler Metcalf in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.88. Bowler Metcalf's value of 4.76 is 70% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.85 vs. the industry median of 15.88, Bowler Metcalf 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 15.88, based on 241 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. Bowler Metcalf's current EV-to-FCF of 4.76 is 70% 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 Bowler Metcalf and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Bowler Metcalf's current EV-to-FCF is 4.76, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 6.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bowler Metcalf stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R14.77, compared to a current price of R13.99 — trading 5.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 4.76, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 6.85 and 70% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 15.88. Bowler Metcalf's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 2 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 Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF), the current EV-to-FCF is 4.76 as of Jul. 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 Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bowler Metcalf stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R13.99 is trading 5.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of R14.77.
GuruFocus considers Bowler Metcalf to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:BCF:
EV-to-FCF: 4.76 (31% below median its 10-year median of 6.85)
GF Value™: R14.77 vs. price of R13.99 (5.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 70% below the Packaging & Containers median (#33 of 241)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:BCF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Bowler Metcalf Ltd is mainly engaged in the business of containers and packaging. The company's operating segments include Plastic Packaging and Property Investment. It generates maximum revenue from the Plastic Packaging segment, which specializes in the manufacture of rigid plastic packaging for the toiletry, cosmetic, household, pharmaceutical, and food markets. Its mode of manufacture comprises injection and blow molding, extrusion, and injection stretch blow molding. The Property Investment segment is involved in the business of investing in properties for letting to the manufacturing industry.
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