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WasteCo GroupNZSE:WCO EV-to-FCF is 17.26 as of Jul. 29, 2026. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 137 Waste Management companies, WasteCo Group ranks better than 51.82% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, WasteCo Group's Enterprise Value is NZ$63.52 Mil.
WasteCo Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$3.68 Mil. Therefore, WasteCo Group's EV-to-FCF for today is 17.26.
The historical rank and industry rank for WasteCo Group's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
NZSE:WCO'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -47.68 Med: -11.4 Max: 21.62
Current: 17.56
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of WasteCo Group was 21.62. The lowest was -47.68. And the median was -11.40.
NZSE:WCO's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 51.82% of 137
companies
in the Waste Management industry
Industry Median: 19.12
vs NZSE:WCO: 17.56
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.
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.
WasteCo Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
WasteCo Group's share price for today is NZ$0.006.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. WasteCo Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$-0.012.
* 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.
WasteCo Group EV-to-FCF Related Terms
WasteCo Group EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for WasteCo 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 Waste Management subindustry, WasteCo 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.
WasteCo Group EV-to-FCF vs Waste Management Industry
For the Waste Management industry and Industrials sector, WasteCo Group's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where WasteCo Group's EV-to-FCF falls into.
WasteCo Group's current Enterprise Value is NZ$63.52 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. WasteCo Group's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NZ$3.68 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.
WasteCo Group (NZSE:WCO) has a EV-to-FCF of 17.26 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on WasteCo Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, WasteCo Group ranks #66 out of 137 companies in the Waste Management industry, placing it in the top 48.2%.
Is WasteCo Group's EV-to-FCF too high?
WasteCo Group's current EV-to-FCF is 17.26. The Waste Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.12. WasteCo Group's value of 17.26 is 9.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, WasteCo Group ranks #66 out of 137 companies in the Waste Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint.
How does WasteCo Group's EV-to-FCF compare to WM and RSG?
According to the Waste Management industry distribution chart, WasteCo Group ranks #66 out of 137 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts WasteCo Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.12. WasteCo Group's value of 17.26 is 9.7% 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 a Waste Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Waste Management companies is 19.12, based on 137 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. WasteCo Group's current EV-to-FCF of 17.26 is 9.7% 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 WasteCo Group and its competitors. For the Waste Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 19.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. WasteCo Group's current EV-to-FCF is 17.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is WasteCo Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, WasteCo Group (NZSE:WCO) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is NZ$0.03, compared to a current price of NZ$0.01 — trading 80% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 17.26 and 9.7% below the Waste Management industry median of 19.12. 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 WasteCo Group (NZSE:WCO), the current EV-to-FCF is 17.26 as of Jul. 29, 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.
WasteCo Group Ltd provides solutions in the collection of waste and recycling, sweeping services, and industrial cleaning services, with waste and recycling generating maximum revenue. The Group is a waste management provider committed to smarter, safer and more sustainable waste solutions. Its services are provided across the residential, commercial and council sectors and include wheelie bins, skip hire, water delivery, septic tank cleaning and hydrovac services.
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