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What is BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust EV-to-OCF?
BlackRock Capital Allocation TrustBCAT -0.16%61 EV-to-OCF is 4.88 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 144% above its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates BCAT with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.85 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,508 Asset Management companies, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust ranks better than 52.79% on this metric.
BCAT'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.79 Med: 2 Max: 9.91
Current: 4.88
During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust was 9.91. The lowest was -4.79. And the median was 2.00.
BCAT's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 52.79% of 1508
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 6.22
vs BCAT: 4.88
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.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust (NYSE:BCAT) 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.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's share price for today is $15.415.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $2.119.
* 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.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust EV-to-OCF Chart
For the Asset Management subindustry, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust'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.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's current Enterprise Value is $1,608.4 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $329.5 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.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust (BCAT) has a EV-to-OCF of 4.88 as of Jul. 29, 2026. This is 144% above median its historical median of 2.00. According to the industry distribution chart, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust ranks #712 out of 1508 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 47.2%.
Is BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 4.88 is 144% above median its 10-year median of 2.00. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.22. BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's value of 4.88 is 21.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust ranks #712 out of 1508 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to TSLX and BST?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust ranks #712 out of 1508 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.22. BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's value of 4.88 is 21.5% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.00 vs. the industry median of 6.22, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 6.22, based on 1,508 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. BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 4.88 is 21.5% 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's current EV-to-OCF is 4.88, which is 144% above median its own 10-year median of 2.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust (BCAT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.85, compared to a current price of $15.42 — trading 13.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 4.88, which is 144% above median its 10-year median of 2.00 and 21.5% below the Asset Management industry median of 6.22. BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 4 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 BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust (BCAT), the current EV-to-OCF is 4.88 as of Jul. 29, 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 BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust (BCAT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $15.42 is trading 13.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $17.85.
GuruFocus considers BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for BCAT:
EV-to-OCF: 4.88 (144% above median its 10-year median of 2.00)
GF Value™: $17.85 vs. price of $15.42 (13.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 21.5% below the Asset Management median (#712 of 1508)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BCAT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust Business Description
BlackRock Capital Allocation Trust is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company. The investment objective is to provide total return and income through a combination of current income, current gains and long-term capital appreciation.
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