Netcare (STU:NH7) EV-to-FCF: -24.35 (As of Jul. 06, 2026)


STU:NH7 Netcare Ltd STU:NH7
85 GF Score
Price €0.20
GF Value €0.18
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Netcare EV-to-FCF?

Netcare STU:NH7 85 EV-to-FCF is -24.35 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:NH7 with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.18. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 404 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Netcare ranks worse than 247524.5% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Netcare's Enterprise Value is €1,811 Mil. Netcare's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-74 Mil. Therefore, Netcare's EV-to-FCF for today is -24.35.

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

STU:NH7' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -165.57   Med: -14.46   Max: 90.64
Current: -22.57

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Netcare was 90.64. The lowest was -165.57. And the median was -14.46.

STU:NH7's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 404 companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 17.75 vs STU:NH7: -22.57

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 (2026-07-06), Netcare's stock price is €0.20. Netcare's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.072. Therefore, Netcare's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 2.78.


Netcare  (STU:NH7) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.20/0.072
=2.78

Netcare's share price for today is €0.20.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Netcare's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.072.

* 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.


Netcare EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Netcare EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Netcare'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.

Netcare EV-to-FCF Chart

Netcare Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 27.34 58.24 75.84 87.85 35.20

Netcare Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 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 0.00 87.85 0.00 35.20 0.00

STU:NH7 vs HCA, THC, DVA: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Netcare'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.


Netcare EV-to-FCF vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Netcare's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


STU:NH7
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Netcare EV-to-FCF Calculation

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

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1811.244/-74.384
=-24.35

Netcare's current Enterprise Value is €1,811 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Netcare's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-74 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 -24.35 mean?
Netcare (STU:NH7) has a EV-to-FCF of -24.35 as of Jul. 06, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Netcare and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Netcare ranks #999999 out of 404 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry.
Is Netcare's EV-to-FCF too high?
Netcare's current EV-to-FCF is -24.35. Based on the distribution chart, Netcare ranks #999999 out of 404 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Netcare has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Netcare's EV-to-FCF compare to HCA and THC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Netcare ranks #999999 out of 404 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Netcare in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.75. 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 17.75, based on 404 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 Netcare and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Netcare's current EV-to-FCF is -24.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Netcare stock overvalued right now?
Netcare (STU:NH7) has a current EV-to-FCF of -24.35. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.18, compared to a current price of €0.20 — trading 11.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -24.35. Netcare's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 6 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 Netcare (STU:NH7), the current EV-to-FCF is -24.35 as of Jul. 06, 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 Netcare (STU:NH7) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Netcare stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €0.20 is trading 11.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of €0.18.

Key valuation signals for STU:NH7:

  • EV-to-FCF: -24.35
  • GF Value™: €0.18 vs. price of €0.20 (11.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:NH7 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Netcare Business Description

Address 76 Maude Street, Corner West Street, Sandton 2196, Private Bag X34, Benmore, GT, ZAF, 2010
Netcare Ltd operates a network of hospitals in South Africa. Its network also includes emergency, cancer care, diagnostic support, primary care, and renal care services as well as occupational health and wellness services. The firm operates in two segments: Hospital and emergency services and Primary Care. The Hospital and emergency services segment contributes to majority of the firm's revenue. Netcare's services include Netcare appointmed TM, Netcare Cancer Care, Netcare Family Connect Line, Netcare Occupational Health and Netcare Pharmacy.
85GF Score

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