Nation Media Group (NAI:NMG) EV-to-FCF: -0.97 (As of Aug. 11, 2026)

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NAI:NMG Nation Media Group PLC NAI:NMG
67 GF Score
Price KES13.35
GF Value KES13.72
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Nation Media Group EV-to-FCF?

Nation Media Group NAI:NMG +2.69% 67 EV-to-FCF is -0.97 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates NAI:NMG with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of KES13.72 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 601 Media - Diversified companies, Nation Media Group ranks worse than 166389.18% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Nation Media Group's Enterprise Value is KES589 Mil. Nation Media Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES-605 Mil. Therefore, Nation Media Group's EV-to-FCF for today is -0.97.

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

NAI:NMG' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.87   Med: 1.85   Max: 40.21
Current: -0.97

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Nation Media Group was 40.21. The lowest was -3.87. And the median was 1.85.

NAI:NMG's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 601 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.94 vs NAI:NMG: -0.97

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 (2026-08-11), Nation Media Group's stock price is KES13.35. Nation Media Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES-1.800. Therefore, Nation Media Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Nation Media Group  (NAI:NMG) 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.

Nation Media Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=13.35/-1.800
=At Loss

Nation Media Group's share price for today is KES13.35.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nation Media Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES-1.800.

* 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.


Nation Media Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Nation Media Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nation Media 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.

Nation Media Group EV-to-FCF Chart

Nation Media Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.31 1.41 -2.01 -0.75 -0.46

Nation Media Group Semi-Annual Data
Dec08 Dec09 Dec10 Dec11 Dec12 Dec13 Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 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 0.31 1.41 -2.01 -0.75 -0.46

NAI:NMG vs NFLX, DIS, WBD: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Nation Media 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.


Nation Media Group EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Nation Media Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Nation Media Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Nation Media Group EV-to-FCF Calculation

Nation Media Group's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=588.955/-604.7
=-0.97

Nation Media Group's current Enterprise Value is KES589 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Nation Media Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES-605 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 -0.97 mean?
Nation Media Group (NAI:NMG) has a EV-to-FCF of -0.97 as of Aug. 11, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Nation Media Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Nation Media Group ranks #999999 out of 601 companies in the Media - Diversified industry.
Is Nation Media Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
Nation Media Group's current EV-to-FCF is -0.97. Based on the distribution chart, Nation Media Group ranks #999999 out of 601 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Nation Media Group has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nation Media Group's EV-to-FCF compare to NFLX and DIS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Nation Media Group ranks #999999 out of 601 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Nation Media Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.94. 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.94, based on 601 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 Nation Media Group and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nation Media Group's current EV-to-FCF is -0.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nation Media Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nation Media Group (NAI:NMG) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is KES13.72, compared to a current price of KES13.35 — trading 2.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -0.97. Nation Media Group's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 3 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 Nation Media Group (NAI:NMG), the current EV-to-FCF is -0.97 as of Aug. 11, 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 Nation Media Group (NAI:NMG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nation Media Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of KES13.35 is trading 2.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of KES13.72. GuruFocus considers Nation Media Group to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for NAI:NMG:

  • EV-to-FCF: -0.97
  • GF Value™: KES13.72 vs. price of KES13.35 (2.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Nation Media Group Business Description

Other Exchanges NMG:Tanzania
Address Kimathi Street, P. O Box 49010, Nation Centre, Nairobi, KEN, 00100
Nation Media Group PLC is an independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media which attract and serve unparalleled audiences across East Africa. It is engaged in the publication, printing and distribution of newspapers, radio and television broadcasting and digital online products, in the East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania. Its segment include Newspapers and Digital incorporating sale of newspapers, advertisements published in the newspapers, advertisements in the digital platforms and subscriptions of e-paper, and Broadcasting incorporating advertisements and other content aired on television and radio. The majority of revenue is derived from Newspapers and Digital segment.
67GF Score

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