Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) EV-to-FCF: 50.52 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


PHS:MWC Manila Water Co Inc PHS:MWC
97 GF Score
Price ₱34.20
GF Value ₱36.08
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Manila Water Co EV-to-FCF?

Manila Water Co PHS:MWC +2.86% 97 EV-to-FCF is 50.52 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates PHS:MWC with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱36.08 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 296 Utilities - Regulated companies, Manila Water Co ranks worse than 77.7% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Manila Water Co's Enterprise Value is ₱263,829 Mil. Manila Water Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱5,222 Mil. Therefore, Manila Water Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 50.52.

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

PHS:MWC' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1092.34   Med: -18.42   Max: 1221.86
Current: 50.52

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Manila Water Co was 1221.86. The lowest was -1092.34. And the median was -18.42.

PHS:MWC's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
77.7% of 296 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 18.59 vs PHS:MWC: 50.52

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 (2026-07-04), Manila Water Co's stock price is ₱34.20. Manila Water Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱5.630. Therefore, Manila Water Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.07.


Manila Water Co  (PHS:MWC) 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.

Manila Water Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=34.20/5.630
=6.07

Manila Water Co's share price for today is ₱34.20.
Manila Water Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₱5.630.

* 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.


Manila Water Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Manila Water Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Manila Water Co'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.

Manila Water Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Manila Water Co 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 -91.73 -17.21 56.74 -1,075.66 52.22

Manila Water Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -731.43 1,180.27 -557.34 52.22 55.12

PHS:MWC vs AWK, WTRG, AWR: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, Manila Water Co'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.


Manila Water Co EV-to-FCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Manila Water Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Manila Water Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Manila Water Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Manila Water Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=263829.009/5221.855
=50.52

Manila Water Co's current Enterprise Value is ₱263,829 Mil.
Manila Water Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₱5,222 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 50.52 mean?
Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) has a EV-to-FCF of 50.52 as of Jul. 04, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Manila Water Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Manila Water Co ranks #230 out of 296 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 77.7%.
Is Manila Water Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Manila Water Co's current EV-to-FCF is 50.52. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.59. Manila Water Co's value of 50.52 is 171.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Manila Water Co ranks #230 out of 296 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Manila Water Co has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manila Water Co's EV-to-FCF compare to AWK and WTRG?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Manila Water Co ranks #230 out of 296 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Manila Water Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.59. Manila Water Co's value of 50.52 is 171.8% above 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 18.59, based on 296 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. Manila Water Co's current EV-to-FCF of 50.52 is 171.8% above 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 Manila Water Co and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.59 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Manila Water Co's current EV-to-FCF is 50.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manila Water Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱36.08, compared to a current price of ₱34.20 — trading 5.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 50.52 and 171.8% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 18.59. Manila Water Co's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 with 4 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 Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC), the current EV-to-FCF is 50.52 as of Jul. 04, 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 Manila Water Co (PHS:MWC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Water Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₱34.20 is trading 5.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱36.08. GuruFocus considers Manila Water Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:MWC:

  • EV-to-FCF: 50.52
  • GF Value™: ₱36.08 vs. price of ₱34.20 (5.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 97/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 171.8% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#230 of 296)

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


Manila Water Co Business Description

Other Exchanges MWTCY:USA
Address 489 Katipunan Road, 2nd Floor, MWSS Administration Building, Balara, Quezon, PHL, 1105
Manila Water Co Inc holds the exclusive right to provide water and used water services in the East Zone of Metro Manila under a concession agreement with the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System. The company delivers water treatment, distribution, sewerage, and sanitation services to a large population across residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its service area covers several cities and municipalities in Metro Manila and nearby parts of Rizal, including urban centers such as Makati, Pasig, Quezon City, Taguig, and Marikina, along with surrounding towns.
97GF Score

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