CGO (Calamos Global Total Return Fund) EV-to-OCF: -37.86 (As of Sep. 12, 2026)

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CGO Calamos Global Total Return Fund CGO
46 GF Score
Price $13.14
GF Value $27.47
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is Calamos Global Total Return Fund EV-to-OCF?

Calamos Global Total Return Fund CGO +0.61% 46 EV-to-OCF is -37.86 as of Sep. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates CGO with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $27.47 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,496 Asset Management companies, Calamos Global Total Return Fund ranks better than 85.96% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Enterprise Value is $332.32 Mil. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-8.78 Mil. Therefore, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is -37.86.

The historical rank and industry rank for Calamos Global Total Return Fund's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

CGO' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -60.57   Med: 14.98   Max: 187.25
Current: -37.86

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Calamos Global Total Return Fund was 187.25. The lowest was -60.57. And the median was 14.98.

CGO's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
85.96% of 1496 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.39 vs CGO: -37.86

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.

As of today (2026-09-12), Calamos Global Total Return Fund's stock price is $13.135. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $4.468. Therefore, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 2.94.


Calamos Global Total Return Fund  (NAS:CGO) 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.

Calamos Global Total Return Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=13.135/4.468
=2.94

Calamos Global Total Return Fund's share price for today is $13.135.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $4.468.

* 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.


Calamos Global Total Return Fund EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Calamos Global Total Return Fund EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Calamos Global Total Return Fund'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.

Calamos Global Total Return Fund EV-to-OCF Chart

Calamos Global Total Return Fund Annual Data
Trend Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only -18.21 3.71 23.30 -58.21 14.44

Calamos Global Total Return Fund Semi-Annual Data
Oct17 Apr18 Oct18 Apr19 Oct19 Apr20 Oct20 Apr21 Oct21 Apr22 Oct22 Apr23 Oct23 Apr24 Oct24 Apr25 Oct25 Apr26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 -58.21 0.00 14.44 0.00

CGO vs BWG, CEE, NMT: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Calamos Global Total Return Fund'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.


Calamos Global Total Return Fund EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Calamos Global Total Return Fund's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Calamos Global Total Return Fund's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Calamos Global Total Return Fund EV-to-OCF Calculation

Calamos Global Total Return Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=332.321/-8.778
=-37.86

Calamos Global Total Return Fund's current Enterprise Value is $332.32 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-8.78 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of -37.86 mean?
Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO) has a EV-to-OCF of -37.86 as of Sep. 12, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Calamos Global Total Return Fund ranks #210 out of 1496 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 14%.
Is Calamos Global Total Return Fund's EV-to-OCF too high?
Calamos Global Total Return Fund's current EV-to-OCF is -37.86. Based on the distribution chart, Calamos Global Total Return Fund ranks #210 out of 1496 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Calamos Global Total Return Fund has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Calamos Global Total Return Fund's EV-to-OCF compare to BWG and CEE?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Calamos Global Total Return Fund ranks #210 out of 1496 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Calamos Global Total Return Fund in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.39. 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 5.39, based on 1,496 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's current EV-to-OCF is -37.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Calamos Global Total Return Fund stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $27.47, compared to a current price of $13.14 — trading 52.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -37.86. Calamos Global Total Return Fund's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 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 Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO), the current EV-to-OCF is -37.86 as of Sep. 12, 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 Calamos Global Total Return Fund (CGO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos Global Total Return Fund stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $13.14 is trading 52.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $27.47. GuruFocus considers Calamos Global Total Return Fund to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CGO:

  • EV-to-OCF: -37.86
  • GF Value™: $27.47 vs. price of $13.14 (52.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the CGO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Calamos Global Total Return Fund Business Description

Address 2020 Calamos Court, Naperville, IL, USA, 60563-2787
Calamos Global Total Return Fund is a closed-end management investment company. The fund's investment objective is to provide total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The fund invests in equities, convertible securities, and high-yield corporate bonds.
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