Hudaco Industries (JSE:HDC) EV-to-FCF: 6.45 (As of Jul. 09, 2026) — 31% Below Median


JSE:HDC Hudaco Industries Ltd JSE:HDC
89 GF Score
Price R187.01
GF Value R199.94
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Hudaco Industries EV-to-FCF?

Hudaco Industries JSE:HDC -1.34% 89 EV-to-FCF is 6.45 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 9.36. GuruFocus rates JSE:HDC with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of R199.94 (Fairly Valued). Among 118 Industrial Distribution companies, Hudaco Industries ranks better than 75.42% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Hudaco Industries's Enterprise Value is R6,628 Mil. Hudaco Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R1,028 Mil. Therefore, Hudaco Industries's EV-to-FCF for today is 6.45.

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

JSE:HDC' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.59   Med: 9.36   Max: 55.25
Current: 6.59

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Hudaco Industries was 55.25. The lowest was 4.59. And the median was 9.36.

JSE:HDC's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
75.42% of 118 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 14.795 vs JSE:HDC: 6.59

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 (2026-07-09), Hudaco Industries's stock price is R187.01. Hudaco Industries's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R16.760. Therefore, Hudaco Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.16.


Hudaco Industries  (JSE:HDC) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=187.01/16.760
=11.16

Hudaco Industries's share price for today is R187.01.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hudaco Industries's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R16.760.

* 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.


Hudaco Industries EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Hudaco Industries EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hudaco Industries'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.

Hudaco Industries EV-to-FCF Chart

Hudaco Industries Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 8.55 9.36 11.94 5.52 6.32

Hudaco Industries Semi-Annual Data
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JSE:HDC vs GWW, FAST, FERG: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Hudaco Industries'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.


Hudaco Industries EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Hudaco Industries's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Hudaco Industries EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=6627.868/1027.929
=6.45

Hudaco Industries's current Enterprise Value is R6,628 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hudaco Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was R1,028 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 6.45 mean?
Hudaco Industries (JSE:HDC) has a EV-to-FCF of 6.45 as of Jul. 09, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Hudaco Industries and its competitors. This is 31% below median its historical median of 9.36. Over the past decade, Hudaco Industries' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.59 to 55.25. According to the industry distribution chart, Hudaco Industries ranks #29 out of 118 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 24.6%.
Is Hudaco Industries' EV-to-FCF too high?
Hudaco Industries' current EV-to-FCF of 6.45 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 9.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.59 to a high of 55.25. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.80. Hudaco Industries' value of 6.45 is 56.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hudaco Industries ranks #29 out of 118 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hudaco Industries has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hudaco Industries' EV-to-FCF compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Hudaco Industries ranks #29 out of 118 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Hudaco Industries in the top 25% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.80. Hudaco Industries' value of 6.45 is 56.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Hudaco Industries' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.59 to 55.25 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.36 vs. the industry median of 14.80, Hudaco Industries 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 14.80, based on 118 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. Hudaco Industries's current EV-to-FCF of 6.45 is 56.4% 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 Hudaco Industries and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hudaco Industries's current EV-to-FCF is 6.45, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 9.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hudaco Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hudaco Industries (JSE:HDC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R199.94, compared to a current price of R187.01 — trading 6.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 6.45, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 9.36 and 56.4% below the Industrial Distribution industry median of 14.80. Hudaco Industries' overall GF Score™ is 89/100. 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 Hudaco Industries (JSE:HDC), the current EV-to-FCF is 6.45 as of Jul. 09, 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 Hudaco Industries (JSE:HDC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hudaco Industries stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R187.01 is trading 6.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of R199.94. GuruFocus considers Hudaco Industries to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:HDC:

  • EV-to-FCF: 6.45 (31% below median its 10-year median of 9.36)
  • GF Value™: R199.94 vs. price of R187.01 (6.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100
  • Industry Position: 56.4% below the Industrial Distribution median (#29 of 118)

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


Hudaco Industries Business Description

Address Emerald Boulevard, Greenstone Hill, Building 9, 1st Floor, Greenstone Hill Office Park, Edenvale, GT, ZAF, 1609
Hudaco Industries Ltd is engaged in importing and distributing branded automotive, industrial and electrical consumable products. The company operates in two business segment such as Consumer-related product segment which includes power tools, security equipment, communication equipment, automotive and batteries, and Engineering consumables segment which consist of bearings, diesel engines and spares, and power transmission. It generates maximum revenue from Engineering consumables segment. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from South Africa.
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