RCL Foods (JSE:RCL) EV-to-FCF: -152.32 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

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JSE:RCL RCL Foods Ltd JSE:RCL
54 GF Score
Price R8.25
GF Value R9.05
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is RCL Foods EV-to-FCF?

RCL Foods JSE:RCL +1.23% 54 EV-to-FCF is -152.32 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:RCL with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of R9.05 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,189 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, RCL Foods ranks worse than 84104.21% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, RCL Foods's Enterprise Value is R9,331 Mil. RCL Foods's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R-61 Mil. Therefore, RCL Foods's EV-to-FCF for today is -152.32.

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

JSE:RCL' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -153.05   Med: 6.31   Max: 517.94
Current: -153.05

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of RCL Foods was 517.94. The lowest was -153.05. And the median was 6.31.

JSE:RCL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 1189 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.86 vs JSE:RCL: -153.05

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 (2026-07-15), RCL Foods's stock price is R8.25. RCL Foods's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R1.202. Therefore, RCL Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.86.


RCL Foods  (JSE:RCL) 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.

RCL Foods's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.25/1.202
=6.86

RCL Foods's share price for today is R8.25.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. RCL Foods's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R1.202.

* 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.


RCL Foods EV-to-FCF Related Terms


RCL Foods EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for RCL Foods'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.

RCL Foods EV-to-FCF Chart

RCL Foods Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-FCF
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RCL Foods Semi-Annual Data
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JSE:RCL vs KHC, GIS, HRL: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, RCL Foods'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.


RCL Foods EV-to-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, RCL Foods's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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RCL Foods EV-to-FCF Calculation

RCL Foods's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=9330.687/-61.259
=-152.32

RCL Foods's current Enterprise Value is R9,331 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. RCL Foods's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was R-61 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 -152.32 mean?
RCL Foods (JSE:RCL) has a EV-to-FCF of -152.32 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on RCL Foods and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, RCL Foods ranks #999999 out of 1189 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
Is RCL Foods' EV-to-FCF too high?
RCL Foods' current EV-to-FCF is -152.32. Based on the distribution chart, RCL Foods ranks #999999 out of 1189 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, RCL Foods has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RCL Foods' EV-to-FCF compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, RCL Foods ranks #999999 out of 1189 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places RCL Foods in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.86. 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.86, based on 1,189 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 RCL Foods and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RCL Foods's current EV-to-FCF is -152.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is RCL Foods stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RCL Foods (JSE:RCL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R9.05, compared to a current price of R8.25 — trading 8.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -152.32. RCL Foods' overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 5 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 RCL Foods (JSE:RCL), the current EV-to-FCF is -152.32 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 RCL Foods (JSE:RCL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RCL Foods stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R8.25 is trading 8.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of R9.05. GuruFocus considers RCL Foods to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:RCL:

  • EV-to-FCF: -152.32
  • GF Value™: R9.05 vs. price of R8.25 (8.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 5 warning signs

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


RCL Foods Business Description

Address Ten The Boulevard, Westway Office Park, Westville, NL, ZAF, 3629
RCL Foods Ltd is a South African food manufacturer that produces Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, Pieman's pies, Number 1 mageu, Sunbake bread, Supreme flour, Selati sugar, Bobtail, and Canine Cuisine dog food, Catmor and Feline Cuisine cat food, and Molatek animal feed, to name a few. It also produces a wide range of speciality and private label products. Its operating segments include Groceries, Baking, and Sugar.
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