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Core LaboratoriesCLB -2.41%62 EV-to-OCF is 23.06 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 33.31. GuruFocus rates CLB with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.18 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,018 Oil & Gas companies, Core Laboratories ranks worse than 90.37% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Core Laboratories's Enterprise Value is $650.9 Mil.
Core Laboratories's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $28.2 Mil. Therefore, Core Laboratories's EV-to-OCF for today is 23.06.
The historical rank and industry rank for Core Laboratories's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CLB'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.4 Med: 33.31 Max: 98.2
Current: 23.06
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Core Laboratories was 98.20. The lowest was 8.40. And the median was 33.31.
CLB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 90.37% of 1018
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.795
vs CLB: 23.06
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.
Core Laboratories's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Core Laboratories's share price for today is $10.95.
Core Laboratories's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.560.
* 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.
Core Laboratories EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Core Laboratories EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Core Laboratories'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 Oil & Gas Equipment & Services subindustry, Core Laboratories'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.
Core Laboratories EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Core Laboratories's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Core Laboratories's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Core Laboratories's current Enterprise Value is $650.9 Mil.
Core Laboratories's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $28.2 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.
Core Laboratories (CLB) has a EV-to-OCF of 23.06 as of Aug. 05, 2026. This is 31% below median its historical median of 33.31. Over the past decade, Core Laboratories' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.40 to 98.20. According to the industry distribution chart, Core Laboratories ranks #920 out of 1018 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 90.4%.
Is Core Laboratories' EV-to-OCF too high?
Core Laboratories' current EV-to-OCF of 23.06 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 33.31. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.40 to a high of 98.20. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.80. Core Laboratories' value of 23.06 is 297.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Core Laboratories ranks #920 out of 1018 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Core Laboratories has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Core Laboratories' EV-to-OCF compare to EROK and OIS?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Core Laboratories ranks #920 out of 1018 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Core Laboratories in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.80. Core Laboratories' value of 23.06 is 297.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Core Laboratories' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.40 to 98.20 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 33.31 vs. the industry median of 5.80, Core Laboratories 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 5.80, based on 1,018 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. Core Laboratories's current EV-to-OCF of 23.06 is 297.9% 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 5.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Core Laboratories's current EV-to-OCF is 23.06, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 33.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Core Laboratories stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core Laboratories (CLB) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.18, compared to a current price of $10.95 — trading 36.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 23.06, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 33.31 and 297.9% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.80. Core Laboratories' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 3 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 Core Laboratories (CLB), the current EV-to-OCF is 23.06 as of Aug. 05, 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 Core Laboratories (CLB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Core Laboratories stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $10.95 is trading 36.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $17.18.
GuruFocus considers Core Laboratories to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CLB:
EV-to-OCF: 23.06 (31% below median its 10-year median of 33.31)
GF Value™: $17.18 vs. price of $10.95 (36.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 297.9% above the Oil & Gas median (#920 of 1018)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CLB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Core Laboratories Inc is a providers of proprietary and patented reservoir description and production enhancement services and products to the oil and gas industry, through client relationships. The company operates its business in two segments; Reservoir Description, and Production Enhancement. It provides data and analytics to aid well operators in determining optimal methods for recovering, processing, and refining hydrocarbons from a well. It also manufactures the associated lab equipment for its services. The company generates majority of its revenue from Reservoir Description segment.
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