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PLS GroupASX:PLS +1.93%63 EV-to-OCF is 46.04 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 2249% above its 10-year median of 1.96. GuruFocus rates ASX:PLS with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of A$2.39 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,668 Metals & Mining companies, PLS Group ranks worse than 96.51% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, PLS Group's Enterprise Value is A$13,144 Mil.
PLS Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$286 Mil. Therefore, PLS Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 46.04.
The historical rank and industry rank for PLS Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:PLS'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -194.86 Med: 1.96 Max: 513.08
Current: 48.07
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of PLS Group was 513.08. The lowest was -194.86. And the median was 1.96.
ASX:PLS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 96.51% of 2668
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -8.575
vs ASX:PLS: 48.07
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.
PLS Group's share price for today is A$4.23.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. PLS Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-0.030.
* 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.
PLS Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms
PLS Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for PLS Group'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 Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, PLS Group'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.
PLS Group EV-to-OCF vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, PLS Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where PLS Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
PLS Group's current Enterprise Value is A$13,144 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. PLS Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$286 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.
PLS Group (ASX:PLS) has a EV-to-OCF of 46.04 as of Jul. 23, 2026. This is 2249% above median its historical median of 1.96. According to the industry distribution chart, PLS Group ranks #2575 out of 2668 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 96.5%.
Is PLS Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
PLS Group's current EV-to-OCF of 46.04 is 2249% above median its 10-year median of 1.96. Based on the distribution chart, PLS Group ranks #2575 out of 2668 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, PLS Group has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PLS Group's EV-to-OCF compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, PLS Group ranks #2575 out of 2668 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places PLS Group in the lower half of its industry. 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 a Metals & Mining company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, EV-to-OCF 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. PLS Group's current EV-to-OCF is 46.04, which is 2249% above median its own 10-year median of 1.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PLS Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PLS Group (ASX:PLS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$2.39, compared to a current price of A$4.23 — trading 77% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 46.04, which is 2249% above median its 10-year median of 1.96. PLS Group's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 PLS Group (ASX:PLS), the current EV-to-OCF is 46.04 as of Jul. 23, 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 PLS Group (ASX:PLS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PLS Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of A$4.23 is trading 77% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$2.39.
GuruFocus considers PLS Group to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ASX:PLS:
EV-to-OCF: 46.04 (2249% above median its 10-year median of 1.96)
GF Value™: A$2.39 vs. price of A$4.23 (77% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:PLS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
PLS is a mining and exploration company with operations in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Its primary asset is its Pilgangoora lithium spodumene mine and concentrator. Smaller operations produce tantalite, a byproduct of lithium processing. Pilgangoora lithium mine has approximately 25 years of mine life remaining.
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