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Markel GroupBSP:MKLC34 84 EV-to-OCF is 9.70 as of Sep. 13, 2026, which is 1% below its 10-year median of 9.75. GuruFocus rates BSP:MKLC34 with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of R$573.19 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 501 Insurance companies, Markel Group ranks worse than 64.47% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Markel Group's Enterprise Value is R$120,590 Mil.
Markel Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was R$12,428 Mil. Therefore, Markel Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.70.
The historical rank and industry rank for Markel Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:MKLC34'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.36 Med: 9.75 Max: 31.97
Current: 10.11
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Markel Group was 31.97. The lowest was 6.36. And the median was 9.75.
BSP:MKLC34's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 64.47% of 501
companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 6.36
vs BSP:MKLC34: 10.11
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.
Markel Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Markel Group's share price for today is R$457.49.
Markel Group'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 R$48.010.
* 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.
Markel Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Markel Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Markel 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 Insurance - Property & Casualty subindustry, Markel 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.
Markel Group EV-to-OCF vs Insurance Industry
For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Markel Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Markel Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Markel Group's current Enterprise Value is R$120,590 Mil.
Markel Group'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 R$12,428 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.
Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.70 as of Sep. 13, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 9.75. Over the past decade, Markel Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.36 to 31.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Markel Group ranks #323 out of 501 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 64.5%.
Is Markel Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Markel Group's current EV-to-OCF of 9.70 is near median its 10-year median of 9.75. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.36 to a high of 31.97. The Insurance industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.36. Markel Group's value of 9.70 is 52.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Markel Group ranks #323 out of 501 companies in the Insurance industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Markel Group has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Markel Group's EV-to-OCF compare to L and WRB?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, Markel Group ranks #323 out of 501 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Markel Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.36. Markel Group's value of 9.70 is 52.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Markel Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.36 to 31.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.75 vs. the industry median of 6.36, Markel Group 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 Insurance company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Insurance companies is 6.36, based on 501 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. Markel Group's current EV-to-OCF of 9.70 is 52.5% 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 Insurance industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Markel Group's current EV-to-OCF is 9.70, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.75. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Markel Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$573.19, compared to a current price of R$457.49 — trading 20.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.70, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.75 and 52.5% above the Insurance industry median of 6.36. Markel Group's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 5 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 Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.70 as of Sep. 13, 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 Markel Group (BSP:MKLC34) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Markel Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R$457.49 is trading 20.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$573.19.
GuruFocus considers Markel Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:MKLC34:
EV-to-OCF: 9.70 (near median its 10-year median of 9.75)
GF Value™: R$573.19 vs. price of R$457.49 (20.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 52.5% above the Insurance median (#323 of 501)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:MKLC34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Markel's primary business is property and casualty insurance. The company focuses primarily on specialty lines, ranging from areas such as executive liability to commercial equine insurance. The acquisition of Alterra in 2013 added substantial reinsurance operations, which now account for a little over 10% of premiums. The company uses capital generated by its insurance operations to buy noninsurance operations in diverse areas, such as bakery equipment manufacturing and residential homebuilding.
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