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EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Close Brothers Group's Enterprise Value is $1,894.5 Mil.
Close Brothers Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was $-1,058.1 Mil. Therefore, Close Brothers Group's EV-to-OCF for today is -1.79.
The historical rank and industry rank for Close Brothers Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CBGPY'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -194.7 Med: 8.72 Max: 194.44
Current: -1.8
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Close Brothers Group was 194.44. The lowest was -194.70. And the median was 8.72.
CBGPY's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 77.84% of 1498
companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 4.04
vs CBGPY: -1.80
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.
Close Brothers Group (OTCPK:CBGPY) 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.
Close Brothers Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Close Brothers Group's share price for today is $11.58.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Close Brothers Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was $-0.957.
* 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.
Close Brothers Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Close Brothers Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Close Brothers 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 Banks - Regional subindustry, Close Brothers 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.
Close Brothers Group EV-to-OCF vs Banks Industry
For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Close Brothers Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Close Brothers Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Close Brothers Group's current Enterprise Value is $1,894.5 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Close Brothers Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was $-1,058.1 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.
Close Brothers Group (CBGPY) has a EV-to-OCF of -1.79 as of Aug. 09, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Close Brothers Group ranks #332 out of 1498 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 22.2%.
Is Close Brothers Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Close Brothers Group's current EV-to-OCF is -1.79. Based on the distribution chart, Close Brothers Group ranks #332 out of 1498 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Close Brothers Group has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Close Brothers Group's EV-to-OCF compare to PNC?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Close Brothers Group ranks #332 out of 1498 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Close Brothers Group in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.04. 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 Banks company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Banks companies is 4.04, based on 1,498 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. 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 Banks industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Close Brothers Group's current EV-to-OCF is -1.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Close Brothers Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Close Brothers Group (CBGPY) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.47, compared to a current price of $11.58 — trading 22.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -1.79. Close Brothers Group's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 2 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 Close Brothers Group (CBGPY), the current EV-to-OCF is -1.79 as of Aug. 09, 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 Close Brothers Group (CBGPY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Close Brothers Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $11.58 is trading 22.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.47.
GuruFocus considers Close Brothers Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CBGPY:
EV-to-OCF: -1.79
GF Value™: $9.47 vs. price of $11.58 (22.3% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CBGPY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Close Brothers Group PLC is a banking group that provides lending, deposit-taking, and securities trading services. The group mostly offers services to small businesses and individuals in the United Kingdom. Its operating segments are: Commercial, Retail, and Property. Maximum revenue is generated from its Commercial segment, which mainly offers specialist and predominantly secured lending principally to the SME market. The Retail segment provides intermediated finance through motor dealers, motor finance brokers, and insurance brokers, and savings products for individuals and corporates; and the Property segment offers residential development finance to established UK property developers, funding for commercial properties, and bridging and refurbishment loans.
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