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Barings BDCBBDC -0.21%62 EV-to-OCF is 7.64 as of Aug. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates BBDC with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.23 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,505 Asset Management companies, Barings BDC ranks worse than 54.29% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Barings BDC's Enterprise Value is $2,327.42 Mil.
Barings BDC's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $304.74 Mil. Therefore, Barings BDC's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.64.
The historical rank and industry rank for Barings BDC's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
BBDC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -143.51 Med: -2.68 Max: 175.25
Current: 7.64
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Barings BDC was 175.25. The lowest was -143.51. And the median was -2.68.
BBDC's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 54.29% of 1505
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.86
vs BBDC: 7.64
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.
Barings BDC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Barings BDC's share price for today is $9.40.
Barings BDC'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 $0.830.
* 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.
Barings BDC EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Barings BDC EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Barings BDC'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 Asset Management subindustry, Barings BDC'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.
Barings BDC EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Barings BDC's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Barings BDC's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Barings BDC's current Enterprise Value is $2,327.42 Mil.
Barings BDC'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 $304.74 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.
Barings BDC (BBDC) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.64 as of Aug. 21, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Barings BDC ranks #817 out of 1505 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 54.3%.
Is Barings BDC's EV-to-OCF too high?
Barings BDC's current EV-to-OCF is 7.64. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.86. Barings BDC's value of 7.64 is 30.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Barings BDC ranks #817 out of 1505 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Barings BDC has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Barings BDC's EV-to-OCF compare to PHK and AWF?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Barings BDC ranks #817 out of 1505 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Barings BDC in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.86. Barings BDC's value of 7.64 is 30.4% above this benchmark. 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 5.86, 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. Barings BDC's current EV-to-OCF of 7.64 is 30.4% 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 5.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Barings BDC's current EV-to-OCF is 7.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Barings BDC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barings BDC (BBDC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.23, compared to a current price of $9.40 — trading 14.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.64 and 30.4% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.86. Barings BDC's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 7 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 Barings BDC (BBDC), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.64 as of Aug. 21, 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 Barings BDC (BBDC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barings BDC stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $9.40 is trading 14.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $8.23.
GuruFocus considers Barings BDC to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BBDC:
EV-to-OCF: 7.64
GF Value™: $8.23 vs. price of $9.40 (14.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 30.4% above the Asset Management median (#817 of 1505)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BBDC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Barings BDC Inc operates as a closed-end, non-diversified investment company and has elected to be treated as a business development company. The company's investment objective is to generate current income by investing directly in privately held middle-market companies to help these companies fund acquisitions, growth, or refinancing. It employs fundamental credit analysis and targets investments in businesses with low levels of cyclicality and operating risk relative to other businesses in this market segment. The holding size of each position will generally be dependent upon a number of factors including total facility size, pricing and structure, and the number of other lenders in the facility.
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