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IP GroupCHIX:IPOL -0.07%38 EV-to-OCF is -37.10 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:IPOL with a GF Score™ of 38/100. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,501 Asset Management companies, IP Group ranks better than 85.94% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, IP Group's Enterprise Value is £723.37 Mil.
IP Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-19.50 Mil. Therefore, IP Group's EV-to-OCF for today is -37.10.
The historical rank and industry rank for IP Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:IPOl'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -87.86 Med: -31.07 Max: 129.51
Current: -37.19
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of IP Group was 129.51. The lowest was -87.86. And the median was -31.07.
CHIX:IPOl's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 85.94% of 1501
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.95
vs CHIX:IPOl: -37.19
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.
IP Group's share price for today is £0.7005.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. IP Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £0.080.
* 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.
IP Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms
IP Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for IP Group'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.
For the Asset Management subindustry, IP Group'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.
IP Group EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, IP Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where IP Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
IP Group's current Enterprise Value is £723.37 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. IP Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-19.50 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.
IP Group (CHIX:IPOL) has a EV-to-OCF of -37.10 as of Aug. 11, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, IP Group ranks #211 out of 1501 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 14.1%.
Is IP Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
IP Group's current EV-to-OCF is -37.10. Based on the distribution chart, IP Group ranks #211 out of 1501 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, IP Group has a GF Score™ of 38/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IP Group's EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, IP Group ranks #211 out of 1501 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places IP Group in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. 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 5.95, based on 1,501 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 5.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IP Group's current EV-to-OCF is -37.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IP Group stock overvalued right now?
IP Group (CHIX:IPOL) has a current EV-to-OCF of -37.10. The current EV-to-OCF is -37.10. IP Group's overall GF Score™ is 38/100 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 IP Group (CHIX:IPOL), the current EV-to-OCF is -37.10 as of Aug. 11, 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.
IP Group PLC is an early-stage science investor supporting businesses in deeptech, life sciences, and cleantech. It helps develop intellectual property-based companies through partnerships with research universities. The group provides its portfolio companies with financial capital from outside sources or its resources. IP Group also provides companies with guidance and mentorship. The group operates in the following segments: Venture Capital investing in Healthier Future thematic area, Venture Capital investing in Tech-enriched Future thematic area, Venture Capital investing in Regenerative Future thematic area, Venture Capital investing in others, and the management of third-party funds and the provision of corporate finance advice.
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