Overseas Education (SGX:RQ1) EV-to-FCF: 8.42 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 12% Above Median

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SGX:RQ1 Overseas Education Ltd SGX:RQ1
43 GF Score
Price S$0.16
GF Value S$0.19
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Overseas Education EV-to-FCF?

Overseas Education SGX:RQ1 43 EV-to-FCF is 8.42 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 12% above its 10-year median of 7.49. GuruFocus rates SGX:RQ1 with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of S$0.19 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 199 Education companies, Overseas Education ranks better than 52.76% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Overseas Education's Enterprise Value is S$116.52 Mil. Overseas Education's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was S$13.83 Mil. Therefore, Overseas Education's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.42.

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

SGX:RQ1' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -6.12   Med: 7.49   Max: 14.93
Current: 8.42

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Overseas Education was 14.93. The lowest was -6.12. And the median was 7.49.

SGX:RQ1's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
52.76% of 199 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 8.99 vs SGX:RQ1: 8.42

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 (2026-08-28), Overseas Education's stock price is S$0.16. Overseas Education's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was S$-0.001. Therefore, Overseas Education's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Overseas Education  (SGX:RQ1) 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.

Overseas Education's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.16/-0.001
=At Loss

Overseas Education's share price for today is S$0.16.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Overseas Education's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was S$-0.001.

* 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.


Overseas Education EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Overseas Education EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Overseas Education'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.

Overseas Education EV-to-FCF Chart

Overseas Education Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Overseas Education Semi-Annual Data
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SGX:RQ1 vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Overseas Education'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.


Overseas Education EV-to-FCF vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Overseas Education's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Overseas Education's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Overseas Education EV-to-FCF Calculation

Overseas Education's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=116.517/13.833
=8.42

Overseas Education's current Enterprise Value is S$116.52 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Overseas Education's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was S$13.83 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 8.42 mean?
Overseas Education (SGX:RQ1) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.42 as of Aug. 28, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Overseas Education and its competitors. This is 12% above median its historical median of 7.49. According to the industry distribution chart, Overseas Education ranks #94 out of 199 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 47.2%.
Is Overseas Education's EV-to-FCF too high?
Overseas Education's current EV-to-FCF of 8.42 is 12% above median its 10-year median of 7.49. The Education industry median EV-to-FCF is 8.99. Overseas Education's value of 8.42 is 6.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Overseas Education ranks #94 out of 199 companies in the Education industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Overseas Education has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Overseas Education's EV-to-FCF compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Overseas Education ranks #94 out of 199 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Overseas Education in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 8.99. Overseas Education's value of 8.42 is 6.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.49 vs. the industry median of 8.99, Overseas Education 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 an Education company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Education companies is 8.99, based on 199 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. Overseas Education's current EV-to-FCF of 8.42 is 6.3% 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 Overseas Education and its competitors. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 8.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Overseas Education's current EV-to-FCF is 8.42, which is 12% above median its own 10-year median of 7.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Overseas Education stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Overseas Education (SGX:RQ1) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is S$0.19, compared to a current price of S$0.16 — trading 15.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.42, which is 12% above median its 10-year median of 7.49 and 6.3% below the Education industry median of 8.99. Overseas Education's overall GF Score™ is 43/100 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 Overseas Education (SGX:RQ1), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.42 as of Aug. 28, 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 Overseas Education (SGX:RQ1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Overseas Education stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of S$0.16 is trading 15.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of S$0.19. GuruFocus considers Overseas Education to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SGX:RQ1:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.42 (12% above median its 10-year median of 7.49)
  • GF Value™: S$0.19 vs. price of S$0.16 (15.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 43/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 6.3% below the Education median (#94 of 199)

No single metric tells the full story. See the SGX:RQ1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Overseas Education Business Description

Address 81 Pasir Ris Heights, Singapore, SGP, 519292
Overseas Education Ltd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiary, it is engaged in operating a foreign system school offering a multifaceted and fully integrated inquiry-based programme comprising the International Early Years Curriculum, International Primary Curriculum, and International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum to children of expatriate families aged 2 to 18 years old. The Group operates in Singapore in the business segment of the provision of education under a foreign education system. Substantially all revenues are derived from operations in Singapore.
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