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EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Imperial Petroleum's Enterprise Value is €13.4 Mil.
Imperial Petroleum's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €83.1 Mil. Therefore, Imperial Petroleum's EV-to-OCF for today is 0.16.
The historical rank and industry rank for Imperial Petroleum's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:AR2'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.66 Med: -0.37 Max: 7.5
Current: 0.16
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Imperial Petroleum was 7.50. The lowest was -8.66. And the median was -0.37.
FRA:AR2's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 70.15% of 1025
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.63
vs FRA:AR2: 0.16
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.
Imperial Petroleum's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Imperial Petroleum's share price for today is €4.10.
Imperial Petroleum's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1.342.
* 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.
Imperial Petroleum EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Imperial Petroleum EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Imperial Petroleum'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 Midstream subindustry, Imperial Petroleum'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.
Imperial Petroleum EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Imperial Petroleum's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Imperial Petroleum's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Imperial Petroleum's current Enterprise Value is €13.4 Mil.
Imperial Petroleum's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €83.1 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.
Imperial Petroleum (FRA:AR2) has a EV-to-OCF of 0.16 as of Aug. 19, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Imperial Petroleum ranks #306 out of 1025 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 29.9%.
Is Imperial Petroleum's EV-to-OCF too high?
Imperial Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF is 0.16. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.63. Imperial Petroleum's value of 0.16 is 97.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Imperial Petroleum ranks #306 out of 1025 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Imperial Petroleum has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Imperial Petroleum's EV-to-OCF compare to TORO and DLNG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Imperial Petroleum ranks #306 out of 1025 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Imperial Petroleum in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.63. Imperial Petroleum's value of 0.16 is 97.2% below this benchmark. 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 5.63, based on 1,025 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. Imperial Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF of 0.16 is 97.2% below 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 5.63 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Imperial Petroleum's current EV-to-OCF is 0.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Imperial Petroleum stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imperial Petroleum (FRA:AR2) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €2.64, compared to a current price of €4.10 — trading 55.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 0.16 and 97.2% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.63. Imperial Petroleum's overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 2 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 Imperial Petroleum (FRA:AR2), the current EV-to-OCF is 0.16 as of Aug. 19, 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 Imperial Petroleum (FRA:AR2) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imperial Petroleum stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €4.10 is trading 55.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €2.64.
GuruFocus considers Imperial Petroleum to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:AR2:
EV-to-OCF: 0.16
GF Value™: €2.64 vs. price of €4.10 (55.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 97.2% below the Oil & Gas median (#306 of 1025)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:AR2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Imperial Petroleum Inc is a provider of international seaborne transportation services to oil producers, refineries, and commodities traders. It owns and operates a fleet of six medium-range product tankers that carry refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, fuel oil, and jet fuel, as well as edible oils and chemicals.
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