Genel Energy (CHIX:GENLL) EV-to-OCF: 8.11 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 253% Above Median

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CHIX:GENLL Genel Energy PLC CHIX:GENLL
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Price £0.68
GF Value £0.39
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Genel Energy EV-to-OCF?

Genel Energy CHIX:GENLL +1.04% 49 EV-to-OCF is 8.11 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 253% above its 10-year median of 2.30. GuruFocus rates CHIX:GENLL with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.39 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,025 Oil & Gas companies, Genel Energy ranks worse than 60.98% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Genel Energy's Enterprise Value is £105.40 Mil. Genel Energy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £13.00 Mil. Therefore, Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.11.

The historical rank and industry rank for Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

CHIX:GENLl' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.02   Med: 2.3   Max: 9.45
Current: 7.7

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Genel Energy was 9.45. The lowest was 0.02. And the median was 2.30.

CHIX:GENLl's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
60.98% of 1025 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.63 vs CHIX:GENLl: 7.70

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 (2026-08-19), Genel Energy's stock price is £0.677. Genel Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £-0.072. Therefore, Genel Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Genel Energy  (CHIX:GENLl) 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.

Genel Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.677/-0.072
=At Loss

Genel Energy's share price for today is £0.677.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Genel Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £-0.072.

* 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.


Genel Energy EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Genel Energy EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Genel Energy'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.

Genel Energy EV-to-OCF Chart

Genel Energy Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Genel Energy Semi-Annual Data
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CHIX:GENLL vs COP, EOG, FANG: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Genel Energy'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.


Genel Energy EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Genel Energy EV-to-OCF Calculation

Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=105.397/12.999
=8.11

Genel Energy's current Enterprise Value is £105.40 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Genel Energy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £13.00 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 8.11 mean?
Genel Energy (CHIX:GENLL) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.11 as of Aug. 19, 2026. This is 253% above median its historical median of 2.30. Over the past decade, Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.02 to 9.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Genel Energy ranks #625 out of 1025 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 61%.
Is Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF too high?
Genel Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 8.11 is 253% above median its 10-year median of 2.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.02 to a high of 9.45. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.63. Genel Energy's value of 8.11 is 44% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Genel Energy ranks #625 out of 1025 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Genel Energy has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Genel Energy's EV-to-OCF compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Genel Energy ranks #625 out of 1025 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Genel Energy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.63. Genel Energy's value of 8.11 is 44% above this benchmark. Historically, Genel Energy's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.02 to 9.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.30 vs. the industry median of 5.63, Genel Energy 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Oil & Gas companies is 5.63, based on 1,025 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. Genel Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 8.11 is 44% 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 Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Genel Energy's current EV-to-OCF is 8.11, which is 253% above median its own 10-year median of 2.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Genel Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Genel Energy (CHIX:GENLL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.39, compared to a current price of £0.68 — trading 73.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.11, which is 253% above median its 10-year median of 2.30 and 44% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.63. Genel Energy's overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 5 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 Genel Energy (CHIX:GENLL), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.11 as of Aug. 19, 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 Genel Energy (CHIX:GENLL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Genel Energy stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £0.68 is trading 73.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of £0.39. GuruFocus considers Genel Energy to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:GENLL:

  • EV-to-OCF: 8.11 (253% above median its 10-year median of 2.30)
  • GF Value™: £0.39 vs. price of £0.68 (73.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 44% above the Oil & Gas median (#625 of 1025)

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


Genel Energy Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges GEGYF:USAGENL:UK4VL:Germany
Address 36 Broadway, Fifth Floor, Victoria, London, GBR, SW1H 0BH
Genel Energy PLC produces oil and gas predominantly in the Kurdistan region of Iraq. The company has two reportable business segments: Production and Pre-production. Capital allocation decisions for the production segment are considered in the context of the cash flows expected from the production and sale of crude oil. The production segment is comprised of the producing fields on the Tawke PSC (Tawke and Peshkabir fields), which are located in the KRI and make sales predominantly to the KRG. The pre-production segment comprises exploration activity, principally located in Oman, Somaliland, and Morocco.
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