ARLP (Alliance Resource Partners LP) EV-to-OCF: 6.26 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 47% Above Median

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ARLP Alliance Resource Partners LP ARLP
84 GF Score
Price $25.91
GF Value $22.58
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Alliance Resource Partners LP EV-to-OCF?

Alliance Resource Partners LP ARLP -1.03% 84 EV-to-OCF is 6.26 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 47% above its 10-year median of 4.25. GuruFocus rates ARLP with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $22.58 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 186 Other Energy Sources companies, Alliance Resource Partners LP ranks worse than 62.37% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Alliance Resource Partners LP's Enterprise Value is $3,831 Mil. Alliance Resource Partners LP's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $612 Mil. Therefore, Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF for today is 6.26.

The historical rank and industry rank for Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

ARLP' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.37   Med: 4.25   Max: 7.03
Current: 6.26

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Alliance Resource Partners LP was 7.03. The lowest was 2.37. And the median was 4.25.

ARLP's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
62.37% of 186 companies
in the Other Energy Sources industry
Industry Median: 2.32 vs ARLP: 6.26

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 (2026-08-03), Alliance Resource Partners LP's stock price is $25.91. Alliance Resource Partners LP's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $2.050. Therefore, Alliance Resource Partners LP's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 12.64.


Alliance Resource Partners LP  (NAS:ARLP) 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.

Alliance Resource Partners LP's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=25.91/2.050
=12.64

Alliance Resource Partners LP's share price for today is $25.91.
Alliance Resource Partners LP's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.050.

* 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.


Alliance Resource Partners LP EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Alliance Resource Partners LP EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Alliance Resource Partners LP'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.

Alliance Resource Partners LP EV-to-OCF Chart

Alliance Resource Partners LP Annual Data
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EV-to-OCF
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Alliance Resource Partners LP Quarterly Data
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ARLP vs BTU, CNR, NRP: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Thermal Coal subindustry, Alliance Resource Partners LP'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.


Alliance Resource Partners LP EV-to-OCF vs Other Energy Sources Industry

For the Other Energy Sources industry and Energy sector, Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Alliance Resource Partners LP EV-to-OCF Calculation

Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3830.610/612.277
=6.26

Alliance Resource Partners LP's current Enterprise Value is $3,831 Mil.
Alliance Resource Partners LP's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $612 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 6.26 mean?
Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.26 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 47% above median its historical median of 4.25. Over the past decade, Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.37 to 7.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Alliance Resource Partners LP ranks #116 out of 186 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, placing it in the top 62.4%.
Is Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF too high?
Alliance Resource Partners LP's current EV-to-OCF of 6.26 is 47% above median its 10-year median of 4.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.37 to a high of 7.03. The Other Energy Sources industry median EV-to-OCF is 2.32. Alliance Resource Partners LP's value of 6.26 is 169.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Alliance Resource Partners LP ranks #116 out of 186 companies in the Other Energy Sources industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Alliance Resource Partners LP has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Alliance Resource Partners LP's EV-to-OCF compare to BTU and CNR?
According to the Other Energy Sources industry distribution chart, Alliance Resource Partners LP ranks #116 out of 186 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Alliance Resource Partners LP in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 2.32. Alliance Resource Partners LP's value of 6.26 is 169.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Alliance Resource Partners LP's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.37 to 7.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.25 vs. the industry median of 2.32, Alliance Resource Partners LP 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 Other Energy Sources company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Other Energy Sources companies is 2.32, based on 186 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. Alliance Resource Partners LP's current EV-to-OCF of 6.26 is 169.8% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Other Energy Sources industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 2.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Alliance Resource Partners LP's current EV-to-OCF is 6.26, which is 47% above median its own 10-year median of 4.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alliance Resource Partners LP stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $22.58, compared to a current price of $25.91 — trading 14.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.26, which is 47% above median its 10-year median of 4.25 and 169.8% above the Other Energy Sources industry median of 2.32. Alliance Resource Partners LP's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.26 as of Aug. 03, 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 Alliance Resource Partners LP (ARLP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alliance Resource Partners LP stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $25.91 is trading 14.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $22.58. GuruFocus considers Alliance Resource Partners LP to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ARLP:

  • EV-to-OCF: 6.26 (47% above median its 10-year median of 4.25)
  • GF Value™: $22.58 vs. price of $25.91 (14.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 169.8% above the Other Energy Sources median (#116 of 186)

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


Alliance Resource Partners LP Business Description

Address 1717 South Boulder Avenue, Suite 400, Tulsa, OK, USA, 74119
Alliance Resource Partners LP operates as a coal mining company based in the United States. It has four segments: Illinois Basin, Appalachia, Oil & Gas Royalties, and Coal Royalties. The Illinois Basin comprises underground mining complexes in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, and West Virginia. The Appalachia segment comprises the Mettiki mining complex, the Tunnel Ridge mining complex, and the MC Mining complex. The Oil & Gas Royalties has oil & gas mineral interests held by AR Midland and AllDale I & II, and includes Alliance Minerals' equity interests in both AllDale III and Cavalier Minerals. The Coal Royalties have included coal mineral reserves and resources owned or leased by Alliance Resource Properties.
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