FRA (Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd) EV-to-OCF: 6.50 (As of Aug. 09, 2026) — 47% Below Median

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FRA Blackrock Floating Rate Inc Stra Fd Inc FRA
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Price $10.86
GF Value $6.82
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd EV-to-OCF?

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd FRA +0.28% 40 EV-to-OCF is 6.50 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 12.27. GuruFocus rates FRA with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.82 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,501 Asset Management companies, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd ranks worse than 51.17% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's Enterprise Value is $501.64 Mil. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $77.15 Mil. Therefore, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF for today is 6.50.

The historical rank and industry rank for Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

FRA' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.95   Med: 12.27   Max: 54.05
Current: 6.5

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd was 54.05. The lowest was 4.95. And the median was 12.27.

FRA's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
51.17% of 1501 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.95 vs FRA: 6.50

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 (2026-08-09), Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's stock price is $10.86. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.684. Therefore, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.88.


Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd  (NYSE:FRA) 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.

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=10.86/0.684
=15.88

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's share price for today is $10.86.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.684.

* 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.


Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd'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.

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd EV-to-OCF Chart

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd Annual Data
Trend Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 53.52 5.04 12.88 12.01 6.93

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd Semi-Annual Data
Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 12.88 0.00 12.01 0.00 6.93

FRA vs PFL, GBAB, AWP: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd'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.


Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd EV-to-OCF Calculation

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=501.636/77.146
=6.50

Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's current Enterprise Value is $501.64 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $77.15 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 6.50 mean?
Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd (FRA) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.50 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is 47% below median its historical median of 12.27. Over the past decade, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.95 to 54.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd ranks #768 out of 1501 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 51.2%.
Is Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF too high?
Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's current EV-to-OCF of 6.50 is 47% below median its 10-year median of 12.27. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.95 to a high of 54.05. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's value of 6.50 is 9.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd ranks #768 out of 1501 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's EV-to-OCF compare to PFL and GBAB?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd ranks #768 out of 1501 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's value of 6.50 is 9.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.95 to 54.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.27 vs. the industry median of 5.95, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd 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 5.95, 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. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's current EV-to-OCF of 6.50 is 9.2% 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 5.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's current EV-to-OCF is 6.50, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 12.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd (FRA) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.82, compared to a current price of $10.86 — trading 59.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.50, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 12.27 and 9.2% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.95. Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd's overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 4 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 Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd (FRA), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.50 as of Aug. 09, 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 Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd (FRA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $10.86 is trading 59.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $6.82. GuruFocus considers Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:

  • EV-to-OCF: 6.50 (47% below median its 10-year median of 12.27)
  • GF Value™: $6.82 vs. price of $10.86 (59.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 40/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 9.2% above the Asset Management median (#768 of 1501)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Blackrock Floating Rate Stra Fd Business Description

Address 100 Bellevue Parkway, Wilmington, DE, USA, 19809
Blackrock Floating Rate Inc Stra Fd Inc is a closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to provide shareholders with high current income and such preservation of capital as is consistent with investment in a diversified, leveraged portfolio consisting of floating rate debt securities and instruments. The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing, under normal market conditions, at least 80% of its managed assets in floating rate debt securities, including floating or variable rate debt securities that pay interest at rates that adjust whenever a specified interest rate changes and/or which reset on predetermined dates (such as the last day of a month or calendar quarter).
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