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Canadian UtilitiesCDUAF +1.51%69 EV-to-OCF is 13.67 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 11.89. GuruFocus rates CDUAF with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $26.79 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 14 warning signs investors should review. Among 507 Utilities - Regulated companies, Canadian Utilities ranks worse than 62.52% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Canadian Utilities's Enterprise Value is $20,163 Mil.
Canadian Utilities's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,475 Mil. Therefore, Canadian Utilities's EV-to-OCF for today is 13.67.
The historical rank and industry rank for Canadian Utilities's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CDUAF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.41 Med: 11.89 Max: 25.02
Current: 13.67
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Canadian Utilities was 25.02. The lowest was 9.41. And the median was 11.89.
CDUAF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 62.52% of 507
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.85
vs CDUAF: 13.67
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.
Canadian Utilities (OTCPK:CDUAF) 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.
Canadian Utilities's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Canadian Utilities's share price for today is $39.476.
Canadian Utilities's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.078.
* 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.
Canadian Utilities EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Canadian Utilities EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Canadian Utilities'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 Utilities - Diversified subindustry, Canadian Utilities'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.
Canadian Utilities EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Canadian Utilities's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Canadian Utilities's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Canadian Utilities's current Enterprise Value is $20,163 Mil.
Canadian Utilities's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,475 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.
Canadian Utilities (CDUAF) has a EV-to-OCF of 13.67 as of Jul. 23, 2026. This is 15% above median its historical median of 11.89. Over the past decade, Canadian Utilities' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.41 to 25.02. According to the industry distribution chart, Canadian Utilities ranks #317 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 62.5%.
Is Canadian Utilities' EV-to-OCF too high?
Canadian Utilities' current EV-to-OCF of 13.67 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 11.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.41 to a high of 25.02. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.85. Canadian Utilities' value of 13.67 is 26% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Canadian Utilities ranks #317 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Canadian Utilities has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Canadian Utilities' EV-to-OCF compare to SRE and AES?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Canadian Utilities ranks #317 out of 507 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Canadian Utilities in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.85. Canadian Utilities' value of 13.67 is 26% above this benchmark. Historically, Canadian Utilities' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.41 to 25.02 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.89 vs. the industry median of 10.85, Canadian Utilities 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.85, based on 507 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. Canadian Utilities's current EV-to-OCF of 13.67 is 26% 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 Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Canadian Utilities's current EV-to-OCF is 13.67, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 11.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Canadian Utilities stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canadian Utilities (CDUAF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $26.79, compared to a current price of $39.48 — trading 47.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 13.67, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 11.89 and 26% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.85. Canadian Utilities' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 14 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 Canadian Utilities (CDUAF), the current EV-to-OCF is 13.67 as of Jul. 23, 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 Canadian Utilities (CDUAF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canadian Utilities stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $39.48 is trading 47.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $26.79.
GuruFocus considers Canadian Utilities to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CDUAF:
EV-to-OCF: 13.67 (15% above median its 10-year median of 11.89)
GF Value™: $26.79 vs. price of $39.48 (47.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 26% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#317 of 507)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CDUAF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Canadian Utilities Ltd, a subsidiary of holding company Atco, offers gas and electricity services. The company is engaged in segments that include ATCO Energy Systems, ATCO EnPower, ATCO Australia, and Corporate & Other. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, the firm mainly operates in Canada, Australia, and others. The company generates maximum revenue from Canada. Canadian Utilities launched a large venture called Atco Energy, which provides low-cost and sustainable energy solutions for Alberta.
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