JSE:CATP's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 84.92% of 610
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.69
vs JSE:CATP: 2.80
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.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CATP) 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.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's share price for today is R90.63.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R1.662.
* 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.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers 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.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers EV-to-FCF Chart
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers Annual Data
For the Publishing subindustry, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers'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.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's current Enterprise Value is R1,472 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R549 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.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CATP) has a EV-to-FCF of 2.68 as of Jul. 06, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers and its competitors. This is 41% below median its historical median of 4.58. According to the industry distribution chart, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers ranks #92 out of 610 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 15.1%.
Is Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' EV-to-FCF too high?
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' current EV-to-FCF of 2.68 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 4.58. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.69. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' value of 2.68 is 77.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers ranks #92 out of 610 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers has a GF Score™ of 88/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers ranks #92 out of 610 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.69. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' value of 2.68 is 77.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 4.58 vs. the industry median of 11.69, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.69, based on 610 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. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's current EV-to-FCF of 2.68 is 77.1% 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 Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers's current EV-to-FCF is 2.68, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 4.58. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers stock overvalued right now?
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CATP) has a current EV-to-FCF of 2.68. The stock's GF Value™ is R89.69, compared to a current price of R90.63 — trading 1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 2.68, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 4.58 and 77.1% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.69. Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 3 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 Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CATP), the current EV-to-FCF is 2.68 as of Jul. 06, 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 Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers (JSE:CATP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R90.63 is trading 1% above its estimated GF Value™ of R89.69.
Key valuation signals for JSE:CATP:
EV-to-FCF: 2.68 (41% below median its 10-year median of 4.58)
GF Value™: R89.69 vs. price of R90.63 (1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 77.1% below the Media - Diversified median (#92 of 610)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:CATP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers Business Description
Caxton and CTP Publishers and Printers Ltd is involved in the publishing and printing of newspapers and magazines, as well as in the manufacturing and distribution of packaging, stationery, and labels. It operates through three reportable segments: Publishing, Printing and Distribution; Packaging and Stationery; and Other. The Publishing, Printing and Distribution segment derives revenue from newspaper publishing and printing, digital assets, web and gravure printing, and book and magazine printing. The Packaging and Stationery segment derives revenue from selling packaging and stationery products. The Other segment derives revenue from dividends, intergroup rent, and interest. The majority of revenue comes from Packaging and Stationery.
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