The Standard GroupNAI:SGL -7.43%42 EV-to-FCF is 3.88 as of Jul. 09, 2026, which is 0% below its 10-year median of 3.89. GuruFocus rates NAI:SGL with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of KES3.43 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 611 Media - Diversified companies, The Standard Group ranks better than 78.23% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, The Standard Group's Enterprise Value is KES735 Mil.
The Standard Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was KES189 Mil. Therefore, The Standard Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 3.88.
The historical rank and industry rank for The Standard Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
NAI:SGL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -343.18 Med: 3.89 Max: 383.23
Current: 3.88
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of The Standard Group was 383.23. The lowest was -343.18. And the median was 3.89.
NAI:SGL's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 78.23% of 611
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 11.49
vs NAI:SGL: 3.88
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.
The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) 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.
The Standard Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
The Standard Group's share price for today is KES5.98.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. The Standard Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was KES-13.051.
* 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.
The Standard Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms
The Standard Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for The Standard 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 Publishing subindustry, The Standard 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.
The Standard Group EV-to-FCF vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, The Standard Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Standard Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
The Standard Group's current Enterprise Value is KES735 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. The Standard Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was KES189 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.
The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) has a EV-to-FCF of 3.88 as of Jul. 09, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on The Standard Group and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 3.89. According to the industry distribution chart, The Standard Group ranks #133 out of 611 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 21.8%.
Is The Standard Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
The Standard Group's current EV-to-FCF of 3.88 is near median its 10-year median of 3.89. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.49. The Standard Group's value of 3.88 is 66.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Standard Group ranks #133 out of 611 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, The Standard Group has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Standard Group's EV-to-FCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, The Standard Group ranks #133 out of 611 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places The Standard Group in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 11.49. The Standard Group's value of 3.88 is 66.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.89 vs. the industry median of 11.49, The Standard Group has consistently been below 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Media - Diversified companies is 11.49, based on 611 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. The Standard Group's current EV-to-FCF of 3.88 is 66.2% 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 The Standard Group and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 11.49 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Standard Group's current EV-to-FCF is 3.88, which is near median its own 10-year median of 3.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Standard Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KES3.43, compared to a current price of KES5.98 — trading 74.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 3.88, which is near median its 10-year median of 3.89 and 66.2% below the Media - Diversified industry median of 11.49. The Standard Group's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 7 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 The Standard Group (NAI:SGL), the current EV-to-FCF is 3.88 as of Jul. 09, 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 The Standard Group (NAI:SGL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Standard Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of KES5.98 is trading 74.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of KES3.43.
GuruFocus considers The Standard Group to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NAI:SGL:
EV-to-FCF: 3.88 (near median its 10-year median of 3.89)
GF Value™: KES3.43 vs. price of KES5.98 (74.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 66.2% below the Media - Diversified median (#133 of 611)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NAI:SGL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
The Standard Group PLC is a multimedia media company in Kenya. The company gathers and shares information through print, Television, Radio, and Digital Media. The company provides a wide range of media products: print titles like The Standard, The Nairobian, and The Standard Courier; radio stations including Radio Maisha, Spice FM, Vybez Radio, and Berur FM; TV channels such as KTN Home, KTN News, BTV, and KTN Farmers TV; and digital services like the E-paper, Reader Revenue, Standardmedia. co.ke, Digger Classifieds, and Value Added Services. The segments of the company are Print and Broadcast.
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