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Central PetroleumASX:CTP EV-to-OCF is 3.30 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 5.05. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,015 Oil & Gas companies, Central Petroleum ranks better than 64.63% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Central Petroleum's Enterprise Value is A$48.33 Mil.
Central Petroleum's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$14.64 Mil. Therefore, Central Petroleum's EV-to-OCF for today is 3.30.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Petroleum's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:CTP'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1108.84 Med: 5.05 Max: 86.42
Current: 3.3
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Central Petroleum was 86.42. The lowest was -1108.84. And the median was 5.05.
ASX:CTP's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 64.63% of 1015
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.95
vs ASX:CTP: 3.30
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.
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.
Central Petroleum's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Central Petroleum's share price for today is A$0.068.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Central Petroleum's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.006.
* 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.
Central Petroleum EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Central Petroleum EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Central Petroleum'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.
For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Central Petroleum'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.
Central Petroleum EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Central Petroleum's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Petroleum's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Central Petroleum's current Enterprise Value is A$48.33 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Central Petroleum's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$14.64 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.
Central Petroleum (ASX:CTP) has a EV-to-OCF of 3.30 as of Jul. 26, 2026. This is 35% below median its historical median of 5.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Petroleum ranks #359 out of 1015 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 35.4%.
Is Central Petroleum's EV-to-OCF too high?
Central Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF of 3.30 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 5.05. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Central Petroleum's value of 3.30 is 44.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Petroleum ranks #359 out of 1015 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint.
How does Central Petroleum's EV-to-OCF compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Central Petroleum ranks #359 out of 1015 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Central Petroleum in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Central Petroleum's value of 3.30 is 44.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.05 vs. the industry median of 5.95, Central Petroleum 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-OCF for an Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Oil & Gas companies is 5.95, based on 1,015 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. Central Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF of 3.30 is 44.5% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF is 3.30, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 5.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Petroleum stock overvalued right now?
Central Petroleum (ASX:CTP) has a current EV-to-OCF of 3.30. The current EV-to-OCF is 3.30, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 5.05 and 44.5% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.95. 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 Central Petroleum (ASX:CTP), the current EV-to-OCF is 3.30 as of Jul. 26, 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.
Central Petroleum Ltd is an Australian oil and gas exploration and production company focused on supplying natural gas and oil to domestic markets. It operates the onshore gas production fields in the Northern Territory, particularly in the Amadeus Basin, producing gas and oil from reserves. The company serves power stations, mine sites, energy wholesalers, and retailers prominently in central and northern Australia. Its operations include exploration, development, and production activities with a focus on conventional gas resources. Central Petroleum also explores for alternative energy resources like helium and hydrogen within its tenements. Revenue is predominantly generated from natural gas production and sales within Australia.
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