Car & General (K) (NAI:CGEN) EV-to-FCF: 16.74 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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NAI:CGEN Car & General (K) Ltd NAI:CGEN
52 GF Score
Price KES119.25
GF Value KES35.16
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Car & General (K) EV-to-FCF?

Car & General (K) NAI:CGEN +4.38% 52 EV-to-FCF is 16.74 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates NAI:CGEN with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of KES35.16 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,731 Industrial Products companies, Car & General (K) ranks better than 65.16% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Car & General (K)'s Enterprise Value is KES16,843 Mil. Car & General (K)'s Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES1,006 Mil. Therefore, Car & General (K)'s EV-to-FCF for today is 16.74.

The historical rank and industry rank for Car & General (K)'s EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

NAI:CGEN' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -12.59   Med: -5.17   Max: 21.04
Current: 16.34

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Car & General (K) was 21.04. The lowest was -12.59. And the median was -5.17.

NAI:CGEN's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
65.16% of 1731 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 25.02 vs NAI:CGEN: 16.34

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 (2026-07-14), Car & General (K)'s stock price is KES119.25. Car & General (K)'s Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES6.460. Therefore, Car & General (K)'s PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 18.46.


Car & General (K)  (NAI:CGEN) 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.

Car & General (K)'s PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=119.25/6.460
=18.46

Car & General (K)'s share price for today is KES119.25.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Car & General (K)'s Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES6.460.

* 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.


Car & General (K) EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Car & General (K) EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Car & General (K)'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.

Car & General (K) EV-to-FCF Chart

Car & General (K) Annual Data
Trend Sep15 Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Car & General (K) Semi-Annual Data
Mar11 Sep11 Mar12 Sep12 Sep13 Sep14 Sep15 Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Sep22 Jun24 Dec24 Dec25
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 -7.64 -6.19 0.00 9.51 14.24

NAI:CGEN vs GEV, ETN, PH: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Car & General (K)'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.


Car & General (K) EV-to-FCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Car & General (K)'s EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Car & General (K)'s EV-to-FCF falls into.


NAI:CGEN
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Car & General (K) EV-to-FCF Calculation

Car & General (K)'s EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=16842.853/1006.12
=16.74

Car & General (K)'s current Enterprise Value is KES16,843 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Car & General (K)'s Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES1,006 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 16.74 mean?
Car & General (K) (NAI:CGEN) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.74 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Car & General (K) and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Car & General (K) ranks #603 out of 1731 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 34.8%.
Is Car & General (K)'s EV-to-FCF too high?
Car & General (K)'s current EV-to-FCF is 16.74. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-FCF is 25.02. Car & General (K)'s value of 16.74 is 33.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Car & General (K) ranks #603 out of 1731 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Car & General (K) has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Car & General (K)'s EV-to-FCF compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Car & General (K) ranks #603 out of 1731 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Car & General (K) in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 25.02. Car & General (K)'s value of 16.74 is 33.1% below this benchmark. 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 Products company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Industrial Products companies is 25.02, based on 1,731 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. Car & General (K)'s current EV-to-FCF of 16.74 is 33.1% 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 Car & General (K) and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 25.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Car & General (K)'s current EV-to-FCF is 16.74. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Car & General (K) stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Car & General (K) (NAI:CGEN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KES35.16, compared to a current price of KES119.25 — trading 239.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.74 and 33.1% below the Industrial Products industry median of 25.02. Car & General (K)'s overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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 Car & General (K) (NAI:CGEN), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.74 as of Jul. 14, 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 Car & General (K) (NAI:CGEN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Car & General (K) stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KES119.25 is trading 239.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of KES35.16. GuruFocus considers Car & General (K) to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NAI:CGEN:

  • EV-to-FCF: 16.74
  • GF Value™: KES35.16 vs. price of KES119.25 (239.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 33.1% below the Industrial Products median (#603 of 1731)

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


Car & General (K) Business Description

Address New Cargen House, Lusaka Road, P.O. Box 20001, Nairobi, KEN, 00200
Car & General (K) Ltd is a supplier of generators, motorbikes, tuk-tuks, laundry equipment, lawnmowers, scooters, marine engines, construction equipment and power generation, automotive and engineering products. The company's reportable segments include Trade and workshop, Investment properties, Poultry and ICT Training, and Manufacturing. The company generates its revenue from rental income and management fees and deals in the supply of generators, motorbikes, tuktuks, laundry equipment, lawn mowers, scooters, marine engines, construction equipment, and a wide range of power generators, automotive, and engineering products.
52GF Score

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