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BST's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 61.41% of 1508
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 6.26
vs BST: 10.99
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 Science and Technology Trust (NYSE:BST) 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 Science and Technology Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's share price for today is $45.35.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $7.220.
* 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 Science and Technology Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms
BlackRock Science and Technology 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 Science and Technology Trust EV-to-OCF Chart
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust Annual Data
For the Asset Management subindustry, BlackRock Science and Technology 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 Science and Technology Trust EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.
* 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 Science and Technology Trust (BST) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.99 as of Jul. 25, 2026. This is 25% below median its historical median of 14.57. According to the industry distribution chart, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust ranks #926 out of 1508 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 61.4%.
Is BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 10.99 is 25% below median its 10-year median of 14.57. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.26. BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's value of 10.99 is 75.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust ranks #926 out of 1508 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to BDJ and BCAT?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust ranks #926 out of 1508 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places BlackRock Science and Technology Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.26. BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's value of 10.99 is 75.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.57 vs. the industry median of 6.26, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 6.26, 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 Science and Technology Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 10.99 is 75.6% 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 6.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's current EV-to-OCF is 10.99, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 14.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BlackRock Science and Technology Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (BST) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $34.94, compared to a current price of $45.35 — trading 29.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.99, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 14.57 and 75.6% above the Asset Management industry median of 6.26. BlackRock Science and Technology Trust's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (BST), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.99 as of Jul. 25, 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 Science and Technology Trust (BST) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $45.35 is trading 29.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $34.94.
GuruFocus considers BlackRock Science and Technology Trust to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BST:
EV-to-OCF: 10.99 (25% below median its 10-year median of 14.57)
GF Value™: $34.94 vs. price of $45.35 (29.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 75.6% above the Asset Management median (#926 of 1508)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BST stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust Business Description
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust is a closed-end management investment company. Its investment objectives are to provide total return and income through long-term capital appreciation.
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