APAM (Artisan Partners Asset Management) EV-to-OCF: 15.04 (As of Jul. 15, 2026) — 111% Above Median

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APAM Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc APAM
78 GF Score
Price $39.62
GF Value $47.21
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Artisan Partners Asset Management EV-to-OCF?

Artisan Partners Asset Management APAM +3.28% 78 EV-to-OCF is 15.04 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 111% above its 10-year median of 7.12. GuruFocus rates APAM with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $47.21 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,505 Asset Management companies, Artisan Partners Asset Management ranks worse than 68.84% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Artisan Partners Asset Management's Enterprise Value is $2,946 Mil. Artisan Partners Asset Management's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $196 Mil. Therefore, Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF for today is 15.04.

The historical rank and industry rank for Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

APAM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.35   Med: 7.12   Max: 19.56
Current: 15.04

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Artisan Partners Asset Management was 19.56. The lowest was 3.35. And the median was 7.12.

APAM's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
68.84% of 1505 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 6.24 vs APAM: 15.04

EV-to-OCF 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 (2026-07-15), Artisan Partners Asset Management's stock price is $39.62. Artisan Partners Asset Management's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.950. Therefore, Artisan Partners Asset Management's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.03.


Artisan Partners Asset Management  (NYSE:APAM) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF 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.

Artisan Partners Asset Management's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=39.62/3.950
=10.03

Artisan Partners Asset Management's share price for today is $39.62.
Artisan Partners Asset Management'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 $3.950.

* 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. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Artisan Partners Asset Management EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Artisan Partners Asset Management EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF 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.

Artisan Partners Asset Management EV-to-OCF Chart

Artisan Partners Asset Management Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Artisan Partners Asset Management Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF 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 7.66 9.28 11.61 19.01 13.87

APAM vs PTY, GDV, AAMI: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.


Artisan Partners Asset Management EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Artisan Partners Asset Management EV-to-OCF Calculation

Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=2946.205/195.871
=15.04

Artisan Partners Asset Management's current Enterprise Value is $2,946 Mil.
Artisan Partners Asset Management's Cash Flow from Operations 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 $196 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-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 15.04 mean?
Artisan Partners Asset Management (APAM) has a EV-to-OCF of 15.04 as of Jul. 15, 2026. This is 111% above median its historical median of 7.12. Over the past decade, Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.35 to 19.56. According to the industry distribution chart, Artisan Partners Asset Management ranks #1036 out of 1505 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 68.8%.
Is Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF too high?
Artisan Partners Asset Management's current EV-to-OCF of 15.04 is 111% above median its 10-year median of 7.12. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.35 to a high of 19.56. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.24. Artisan Partners Asset Management's value of 15.04 is 141% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Artisan Partners Asset Management ranks #1036 out of 1505 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Artisan Partners Asset Management has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Artisan Partners Asset Management's EV-to-OCF compare to PTY and GDV?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Artisan Partners Asset Management ranks #1036 out of 1505 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Artisan Partners Asset Management in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.24. Artisan Partners Asset Management's value of 15.04 is 141% above this benchmark. Historically, Artisan Partners Asset Management's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.35 to 19.56 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.12 vs. the industry median of 6.24, Artisan Partners Asset Management has consistently been above 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-OCF for an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 6.24, based on 1,505 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Artisan Partners Asset Management's current EV-to-OCF of 15.04 is 141% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Artisan Partners Asset Management's current EV-to-OCF is 15.04, which is 111% above median its own 10-year median of 7.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Artisan Partners Asset Management stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Artisan Partners Asset Management (APAM) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $47.21, compared to a current price of $39.62 — trading 16.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 15.04, which is 111% above median its 10-year median of 7.12 and 141% above the Asset Management industry median of 6.24. Artisan Partners Asset Management's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Artisan Partners Asset Management (APAM), the current EV-to-OCF is 15.04 as of Jul. 15, 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 Artisan Partners Asset Management (APAM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Artisan Partners Asset Management stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $39.62 is trading 16.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $47.21. GuruFocus considers Artisan Partners Asset Management to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for APAM:

  • EV-to-OCF: 15.04 (111% above median its 10-year median of 7.12)
  • GF Value™: $47.21 vs. price of $39.62 (16.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 141% above the Asset Management median (#1036 of 1505)

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


Artisan Partners Asset Management Business Description

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Address 875 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 800, Milwaukee, WI, USA, 53202
Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc is a investment management firm providing a range of investment strategies to a diverse group of clients around the world. Each of the company's strategies is managed by one of its several investment teams. Investment management services are offered to institutions through separate accounts and mutual funds. Artisan's investment offerings include several long-only, equity investment strategies across a multitude of market capitalization segments and investing styles in both the United States and international markets. The company operates as one segment in the investment management business. The company generates maximum portion of its revenues from clients domiciled in countries outside the United States.
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