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Lewis GroupJSE:LEW +0.42%93 EV-to-FCF is 15.43 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 161% above its 10-year median of 5.92. GuruFocus rates JSE:LEW with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of R84.07 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 773 Retail - Cyclical companies, Lewis Group ranks worse than 53.95% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Lewis Group's Enterprise Value is R6,981 Mil.
Lewis Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R453 Mil. Therefore, Lewis Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 15.43.
The historical rank and industry rank for Lewis Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
JSE:LEW'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.3 Med: 5.92 Max: 18.19
Current: 15.45
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Lewis Group was 18.19. The lowest was 2.30. And the median was 5.92.
JSE:LEW's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 53.95% of 773
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 14.13
vs JSE:LEW: 15.45
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.
Lewis Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Lewis Group's share price for today is R98.41.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lewis Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R1.462.
* 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.
Lewis Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Lewis Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Lewis Group'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 Specialty Retail subindustry, Lewis Group'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.
Lewis Group EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Lewis Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Lewis Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Lewis Group's current Enterprise Value is R6,981 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Lewis Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R453 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.
Lewis Group (JSE:LEW) has a EV-to-FCF of 15.43 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Lewis Group and its competitors. This is 161% above median its historical median of 5.92. Over the past decade, Lewis Group's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 2.30 to 18.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Lewis Group ranks #417 out of 773 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 53.9%.
Is Lewis Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Lewis Group's current EV-to-FCF of 15.43 is 161% above median its 10-year median of 5.92. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.30 to a high of 18.19. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.13. Lewis Group's value of 15.43 is 9.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lewis Group ranks #417 out of 773 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Lewis Group has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lewis Group's EV-to-FCF compare to CASY and WSM?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Lewis Group ranks #417 out of 773 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Lewis Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.13. Lewis Group's value of 15.43 is 9.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Lewis Group's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 2.30 to 18.19 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.92 vs. the industry median of 14.13, Lewis Group has consistently been above 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 14.13, based on 773 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. Lewis Group's current EV-to-FCF of 15.43 is 9.2% 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 Lewis Group and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lewis Group's current EV-to-FCF is 15.43, which is 161% above median its own 10-year median of 5.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lewis Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lewis Group (JSE:LEW) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R84.07, compared to a current price of R98.41 — trading 17.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 15.43, which is 161% above median its 10-year median of 5.92 and 9.2% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 14.13. Lewis Group's overall GF Score™ is 93/100 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 Lewis Group (JSE:LEW), the current EV-to-FCF is 15.43 as of Jul. 15, 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 Lewis Group (JSE:LEW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lewis Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R98.41 is trading 17.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of R84.07.
GuruFocus considers Lewis Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:LEW:
EV-to-FCF: 15.43 (161% above median its 10-year median of 5.92)
GF Value™: R84.07 vs. price of R98.41 (17.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 9.2% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#417 of 773)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:LEW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Lewis Group Ltd is a South Africa-based retailer of household furniture and electrical appliances through its three trading brands, Lewis, Beares, and Best Home and Electric. Lewis sells a range of household furniture, electrical appliances, and home electronics to customers in the LSM 4 to 7 categories. Best Home and Electric is a retailer of electrical appliances, sound and vision equipment, and furniture, targeting LSM four to seven customers. Its operating segments are Traditional retail and Cash retail. The company generates majority of the revenue from Traditional retail segment. Beares is a retailer of upmarket furniture, electrical appliances, and home electronics to customers in the LSM 6 to 9 categories.
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