CHY (Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund) EV-to-OCF: 90.86 (As of Sep. 08, 2026) — 582% Above Median

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What is Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund EV-to-OCF?

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund CHY +0.22% 35 EV-to-OCF is 90.86 as of Sep. 08, 2026, which is 582% above its 10-year median of 13.32. GuruFocus rates CHY with a GF Score™ of 35/100. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,497 Asset Management companies, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund ranks worse than 93.99% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's Enterprise Value is $1,361.9 Mil. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $15.0 Mil. Therefore, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is 90.86.

The historical rank and industry rank for Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

CHY' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -55.49   Med: 13.32   Max: 118.62
Current: 90.86

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund was 118.62. The lowest was -55.49. And the median was 13.32.

CHY's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
93.99% of 1497 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.56 vs CHY: 90.86

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 (2026-09-08), Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's stock price is $12.86. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $4.179. Therefore, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 3.08.


Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund  (NAS:CHY) 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.

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=12.86/4.179
=3.08

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's share price for today is $12.86.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $4.179.

* 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.


Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund'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.

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund EV-to-OCF Chart

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
EV-to-OCF
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Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund Semi-Annual Data
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CHY vs BTX, BMEZ, CHI: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund'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.


Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund EV-to-OCF Calculation

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1361.947/14.989
=90.86

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's current Enterprise Value is $1,361.9 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $15.0 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 90.86 mean?
Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund (CHY) has a EV-to-OCF of 90.86 as of Sep. 08, 2026. This is 582% above median its historical median of 13.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund ranks #1407 out of 1497 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 94%.
Is Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's EV-to-OCF too high?
Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's current EV-to-OCF of 90.86 is 582% above median its 10-year median of 13.32. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.56. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's value of 90.86 is 1534.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund ranks #1407 out of 1497 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund has a GF Score™ of 35/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's EV-to-OCF compare to BTX and BMEZ?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund ranks #1407 out of 1497 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.56. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's value of 90.86 is 1534.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 13.32 vs. the industry median of 5.56, Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund 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 5.56, based on 1,497 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. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's current EV-to-OCF of 90.86 is 1534.2% 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 5.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's current EV-to-OCF is 90.86, which is 582% above median its own 10-year median of 13.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund stock overvalued right now?
Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund (CHY) has a current EV-to-OCF of 90.86. The current EV-to-OCF is 90.86, which is 582% above median its 10-year median of 13.32 and 1534.2% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.56. Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund's overall GF Score™ is 35/100 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 Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund (CHY), the current EV-to-OCF is 90.86 as of Sep. 08, 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.

Calamos Convertible & Highome Fund Business Description

Address 2020 Calamos Court, Naperville, IL, USA, 60563-2787
Calamos Convertible & High Income Fund is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its objective is to provide total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The firm invests in a diversified portfolio of convertible securities and high-yield securities.
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