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Gulf Keystone PetroleumCHIX:GKPL -2.64%80 EV-to-OCF is 11.32 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 207% above its 10-year median of 3.69. GuruFocus rates CHIX:GKPL with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of £1.60 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,025 Oil & Gas companies, Gulf Keystone Petroleum ranks worse than 74.83% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Gulf Keystone Petroleum's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:GKPl'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -19.16 Med: 3.69 Max: 13.31
Current: 11.32
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Gulf Keystone Petroleum was 13.31. The lowest was -19.16. And the median was 3.69.
CHIX:GKPl's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 74.83% of 1025
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.63
vs CHIX:GKPl: 11.32
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.
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.
Gulf Keystone Petroleum's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Gulf Keystone Petroleum's share price for today is £1.92.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gulf Keystone Petroleum's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £0.118.
* 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.
* 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 Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Gulf Keystone Petroleum'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.
Gulf Keystone Petroleum EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Gulf Keystone Petroleum's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Gulf Keystone Petroleum's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Gulf Keystone Petroleum's current Enterprise Value is £373.4 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Gulf Keystone Petroleum's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £33.0 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.
Gulf Keystone Petroleum (CHIX:GKPL) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.32 as of Aug. 30, 2026. This is 207% above median its historical median of 3.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Gulf Keystone Petroleum ranks #767 out of 1025 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 74.8%.
Is Gulf Keystone Petroleum's EV-to-OCF too high?
Gulf Keystone Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF of 11.32 is 207% above median its 10-year median of 3.69. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.63. Gulf Keystone Petroleum's value of 11.32 is 101.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gulf Keystone Petroleum ranks #767 out of 1025 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Gulf Keystone Petroleum has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gulf Keystone Petroleum's EV-to-OCF compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Gulf Keystone Petroleum ranks #767 out of 1025 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Gulf Keystone Petroleum in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.63. Gulf Keystone Petroleum's value of 11.32 is 101.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.69 vs. the industry median of 5.63, Gulf Keystone Petroleum 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. Gulf Keystone Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF of 11.32 is 101.1% 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. Gulf Keystone Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF is 11.32, which is 207% above median its own 10-year median of 3.69. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gulf Keystone Petroleum stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Keystone Petroleum (CHIX:GKPL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £1.60, compared to a current price of £1.92 — trading 20% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.32, which is 207% above median its 10-year median of 3.69 and 101.1% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.63. Gulf Keystone Petroleum's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Gulf Keystone Petroleum (CHIX:GKPL), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.32 as of Aug. 30, 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 Gulf Keystone Petroleum (CHIX:GKPL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Keystone Petroleum stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of £1.92 is trading 20% above its estimated GF Value™ of £1.60.
GuruFocus considers Gulf Keystone Petroleum to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:GKPL:
EV-to-OCF: 11.32 (207% above median its 10-year median of 3.69)
GF Value™: £1.60 vs. price of £1.92 (20% above fair value)
Industry Position: 101.1% above the Oil & Gas median (#767 of 1025)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:GKPL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Gulf Keystone Petroleum Ltd is a holding company that is engaged in the oil and gas exploration, development, and production business. The company mainly operates in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, which consists of the Shaikan and the Erbil office, which provide support to the operations in Kurdistan. The firm has a Production Sharing Contract with the Kurdistan Regional Government. The company generates revenue from oil sales.
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