Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust (CHIX:BGCGL) EV-to-OCF: 378.25 (As of Aug. 05, 2026) — Near Median

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CHIX:BGCGL Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust PLC CHIX:BGCGL
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What is Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust EV-to-OCF?

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust CHIX:BGCGL 39 EV-to-OCF is 378.25 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 4% above its 10-year median of 363.56. GuruFocus rates CHIX:BGCGL with a GF Score™ of 39/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,509 Asset Management companies, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust ranks worse than 98.01% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's Enterprise Value is £173.99 Mil. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £0.46 Mil. Therefore, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is 378.25.

The historical rank and industry rank for Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:BGCGl' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -578.37   Med: 363.56   Max: 1886.25
Current: 371.13

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust was 1886.25. The lowest was -578.37. And the median was 363.56.

CHIX:BGCGl's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
98.01% of 1509 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 6.2 vs CHIX:BGCGl: 371.13

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 (2026-08-05), Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's stock price is £2.25. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £0.868. Therefore, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 2.59.


Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust  (CHIX:BGCGl) 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.

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.25/0.868
=2.59

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's share price for today is £2.25.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £0.868.

* 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.


Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust'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.

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust EV-to-OCF Chart

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
EV-to-OCF
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Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust Semi-Annual Data
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CHIX:BGCGL vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Baillie Gifford China Growth 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.


Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust EV-to-OCF Calculation

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=173.993/0.46
=378.25

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's current Enterprise Value is £173.99 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was £0.46 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 378.25 mean?
Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust (CHIX:BGCGL) has a EV-to-OCF of 378.25 as of Aug. 05, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 363.56. According to the industry distribution chart, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust ranks #1479 out of 1509 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 98%.
Is Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 378.25 is near median its 10-year median of 363.56. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.20. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's value of 378.25 is 6000.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust ranks #1479 out of 1509 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust has a GF Score™ of 39/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust ranks #1479 out of 1509 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.20. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's value of 378.25 is 6000.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 363.56 vs. the industry median of 6.20, Baillie Gifford China Growth 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 6.20, based on 1,509 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. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 378.25 is 6000.8% 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 6.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's current EV-to-OCF is 378.25, which is near median its own 10-year median of 363.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust stock overvalued right now?
Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust (CHIX:BGCGL) has a current EV-to-OCF of 378.25. The current EV-to-OCF is 378.25, which is near median its 10-year median of 363.56 and 6000.8% above the Asset Management industry median of 6.20. Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 4 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 Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust (CHIX:BGCGL), the current EV-to-OCF is 378.25 as of Aug. 05, 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.

Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust Business Description

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Address 1 Greenside Row, Calton Square, Edinburgh, GBR, EH1 3AN
Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust PLC is an asset management firm that has assets under management and advice. It aims to produce long-term capital growth by investing predominantly in shares of, or depositary receipts representing the shares of, Chinese companies. It has a single segment of business, being an investment business.
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