Nu-World Holdings (JSE:NWL) EV-to-FCF: -4.79 (As of Jul. 16, 2026)

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JSE:NWL Nu-World Holdings Ltd JSE:NWL
69 GF Score
Price R29.00
GF Value R31.59
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Nu-World Holdings EV-to-FCF?

Nu-World Holdings JSE:NWL -2.39% 69 EV-to-FCF is -4.79 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:NWL with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of R31.59 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,330 Hardware companies, Nu-World Holdings ranks worse than 75187.89% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Nu-World Holdings's Enterprise Value is R401 Mil. Nu-World Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R-84 Mil. Therefore, Nu-World Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is -4.79.

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

JSE:NWL' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -14   Med: 0.66   Max: 221.25
Current: -5.36

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Nu-World Holdings was 221.25. The lowest was -14.00. And the median was 0.66.

JSE:NWL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1330 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 22.835 vs JSE:NWL: -5.36

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 (2026-07-16), Nu-World Holdings's stock price is R29.00. Nu-World Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R4.433. Therefore, Nu-World Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.54.


Nu-World Holdings  (JSE:NWL) 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.

Nu-World Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=29.00/4.433
=6.54

Nu-World Holdings's share price for today is R29.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nu-World Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R4.433.

* 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.


Nu-World Holdings EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Nu-World Holdings EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nu-World Holdings'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.

Nu-World Holdings EV-to-FCF Chart

Nu-World Holdings Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.40 -1.88 0.72 -13.95 -7.57

Nu-World Holdings Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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 -13.95 0.00 -7.57 0.00

JSE:NWL vs AAPL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Consumer Electronics subindustry, Nu-World Holdings'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.


Nu-World Holdings EV-to-FCF vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Nu-World Holdings's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Nu-World Holdings EV-to-FCF Calculation

Nu-World Holdings's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=400.613/-83.612
=-4.79

Nu-World Holdings's current Enterprise Value is R401 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nu-World Holdings's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R-84 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 -4.79 mean?
Nu-World Holdings (JSE:NWL) has a EV-to-FCF of -4.79 as of Jul. 16, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Nu-World Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nu-World Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry.
Is Nu-World Holdings' EV-to-FCF too high?
Nu-World Holdings' current EV-to-FCF is -4.79. Based on the distribution chart, Nu-World Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1330 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Nu-World Holdings has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nu-World Holdings' EV-to-FCF compare to AAPL?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Nu-World Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1330 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Nu-World Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.84. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Hardware companies is 22.84, based on 1,330 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. 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 Nu-World Holdings and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nu-World Holdings's current EV-to-FCF is -4.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nu-World Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nu-World Holdings (JSE:NWL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R31.59, compared to a current price of R29.00 — trading 8.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -4.79. Nu-World Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 8 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 Nu-World Holdings (JSE:NWL), the current EV-to-FCF is -4.79 as of Jul. 16, 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 Nu-World Holdings (JSE:NWL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nu-World Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R29.00 is trading 8.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of R31.59. GuruFocus considers Nu-World Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:NWL:

  • EV-to-FCF: -4.79
  • GF Value™: R31.59 vs. price of R29.00 (8.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 8 warning signs

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


Nu-World Holdings Business Description

Address 35 - 3rd Street, Wynberg, Sandton, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2199
Nu-World Holdings Ltd, along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in importing, manufacturing, assembling, marketing, and distributing branded consumer goods, including consumer electronics, high-technology, small electrical appliances, white goods, liquor, and furniture. It also manufactures kitchenware and Telefunken. The company operates its business in geographic segments that include South Africa, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates. The South African segment generates maximum revenue for the company.
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