Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) (CHIX:EDINL) EV-to-OCF: 38.22 (As of Sep. 22, 2026) — 106% Above Median

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CHIX:EDINL Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) PLC CHIX:EDINL
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Price £8.41
GF Value £7.21
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What is Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) EV-to-OCF?

Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) CHIX:EDINL 57 EV-to-OCF is 38.22 as of Sep. 22, 2026, which is 106% above its 10-year median of 18.51. GuruFocus rates CHIX:EDINL with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of £7.21. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,495 Asset Management companies, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) ranks worse than 53.18% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s Enterprise Value is £1,148.29 Mil. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £30.05 Mil. Therefore, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF for today is 38.22.

The historical rank and industry rank for Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:EDINl' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.82   Med: 18.51   Max: 33.96
Current: 8.13

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) was 33.96. The lowest was 7.82. And the median was 18.51.

CHIX:EDINl's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
53.18% of 1495 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 6.87 vs CHIX:EDINl: 8.13

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 (2026-09-22), Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s stock price is £8.41. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.539. Therefore, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.60.


Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)  (CHIX:EDINl) 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.

Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.41/0.539
=15.60

Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s share price for today is £8.41.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.539.

* 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.


Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'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.

Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) EV-to-OCF Chart

Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
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Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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CHIX:EDINL vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'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.


Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) EV-to-OCF Calculation

Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1148.285/30.047
=38.22

Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s current Enterprise Value is £1,148.29 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £30.05 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 38.22 mean?
Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) (CHIX:EDINL) has a EV-to-OCF of 38.22 as of Sep. 22, 2026. This is 106% above median its historical median of 18.51. Over the past decade, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.82 to 33.96. According to the industry distribution chart, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) ranks #795 out of 1495 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 53.2%.
Is Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF too high?
Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s current EV-to-OCF of 38.22 is 106% above median its 10-year median of 18.51. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.82 to a high of 33.96. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.87. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s value of 38.22 is 456.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) ranks #795 out of 1495 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) has a GF Score™ of 57/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) ranks #795 out of 1495 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.87. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s value of 38.22 is 456.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.82 to 33.96 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.51 vs. the industry median of 6.87, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) 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 6.87, based on 1,495 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. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s current EV-to-OCF of 38.22 is 456.3% 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 6.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s current EV-to-OCF is 38.22, which is 106% above median its own 10-year median of 18.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) stock overvalued right now?
Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) (CHIX:EDINL) has a current EV-to-OCF of 38.22. The stock's GF Value™ is £7.21, compared to a current price of £8.41 — trading 16.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 38.22, which is 106% above median its 10-year median of 18.51 and 456.3% above the Asset Management industry median of 6.87. Edinburgh Investment Trust (The)'s overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 6 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 Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) (CHIX:EDINL), the current EV-to-OCF is 38.22 as of Sep. 22, 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 Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) (CHIX:EDINL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £8.41 is trading 16.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of £7.21.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:EDINL:

  • EV-to-OCF: 38.22 (106% above median its 10-year median of 18.51)
  • GF Value™: £7.21 vs. price of £8.41 (16.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 456.3% above the Asset Management median (#795 of 1495)

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


Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) Business Description

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Address 9 Haymarket Square, First Floor, Edinburgh, GBR, EH3 8RY
Edinburgh Investment Trust (The) PLC is engaged in investing its assets according to a specified investment objective and policy, for spreading investment risk and generating a return for shareholders. The company invests in the shares of companies quoted on a recognized stock exchange in the UK. Securities of companies quoted on a recognized stock exchange outside of the UK may also be held but will not exceed 20% of the market value of the investment portfolio, measured at the time of any acquisition.
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