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Cardinal EnergyCRLFF -1.06%61 EV-to-OCF is 8.17 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 35% above its 10-year median of 6.07. GuruFocus rates CRLFF with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.99 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,017 Oil & Gas companies, Cardinal Energy ranks worse than 63.42% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Cardinal Energy's Enterprise Value is $1,525.0 Mil.
Cardinal Energy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $186.8 Mil. Therefore, Cardinal Energy's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cardinal Energy's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CRLFF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.2 Med: 6.07 Max: 19.62
Current: 8.17
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Cardinal Energy was 19.62. The lowest was 2.20. And the median was 6.07.
CRLFF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 63.42% of 1017
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.91
vs CRLFF: 8.17
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.
Cardinal Energy (OTCPK:CRLFF) 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.
Cardinal Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cardinal Energy's share price for today is $8.145.
Cardinal Energy'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 $0.242.
* 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.
Cardinal Energy EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Cardinal Energy EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cardinal 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.
For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Cardinal 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.
Cardinal Energy EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Cardinal Energy's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cardinal Energy's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Cardinal Energy's current Enterprise Value is $1,525.0 Mil.
Cardinal Energy'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 $186.8 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.
Cardinal Energy (CRLFF) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.17 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 35% above median its historical median of 6.07. Over the past decade, Cardinal Energy's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.20 to 19.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Cardinal Energy ranks #645 out of 1017 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 63.4%.
Is Cardinal Energy's EV-to-OCF too high?
Cardinal Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 8.17 is 35% above median its 10-year median of 6.07. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.20 to a high of 19.62. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.91. Cardinal Energy's value of 8.17 is 38.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cardinal Energy ranks #645 out of 1017 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cardinal Energy has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cardinal Energy's EV-to-OCF compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Cardinal Energy ranks #645 out of 1017 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Cardinal Energy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.91. Cardinal Energy's value of 8.17 is 38.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Cardinal Energy's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.20 to 19.62 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.07 vs. the industry median of 5.91, Cardinal 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 5.91, based on 1,017 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. Cardinal Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 8.17 is 38.2% 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 Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.91 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cardinal Energy's current EV-to-OCF is 8.17, which is 35% above median its own 10-year median of 6.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cardinal Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cardinal Energy (CRLFF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.99, compared to a current price of $8.15 — trading 63.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.17, which is 35% above median its 10-year median of 6.07 and 38.2% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.91. Cardinal Energy's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 Cardinal Energy (CRLFF), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.17 as of Aug. 03, 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 Cardinal Energy (CRLFF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cardinal Energy stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $8.15 is trading 63.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $4.99.
GuruFocus considers Cardinal Energy to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CRLFF:
EV-to-OCF: 8.17 (35% above median its 10-year median of 6.07)
GF Value™: $4.99 vs. price of $8.15 (63.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 38.2% above the Oil & Gas median (#645 of 1017)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CRLFF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cardinal Energy Ltd is an oil-focused Canadian company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, and production of petroleum and natural gas in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. The company generates the majority of its revenue from crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids.
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