Cullen/Frost Bankers (FRA:CFZ) EV-to-OCF: 6.30 (As of Aug. 16, 2026) — 659% Above Median

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FRA:CFZ Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc FRA:CFZ
75 GF Score
Price €145.00
GF Value €118.98
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What is Cullen/Frost Bankers EV-to-OCF?

Cullen/Frost Bankers FRA:CFZ 75 EV-to-OCF is 6.30 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 659% above its 10-year median of 0.83. GuruFocus rates FRA:CFZ with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of €118.98. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,500 Banks companies, Cullen/Frost Bankers ranks worse than 57.8% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Cullen/Frost Bankers's Enterprise Value is €3,893 Mil. Cullen/Frost Bankers's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €617 Mil. Therefore, Cullen/Frost Bankers's EV-to-OCF for today is 6.30.

The historical rank and industry rank for Cullen/Frost Bankers's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:CFZ' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -13.34   Med: 0.83   Max: 10.16
Current: 6.21

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Cullen/Frost Bankers was 10.16. The lowest was -13.34. And the median was 0.83.

FRA:CFZ's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
57.8% of 1500 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 3.93 vs FRA:CFZ: 6.21

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 (2026-08-16), Cullen/Frost Bankers's stock price is €145.00. Cullen/Frost Bankers's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €9.097. Therefore, Cullen/Frost Bankers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.94.


Cullen/Frost Bankers  (FRA:CFZ) 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.

Cullen/Frost Bankers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=145.00/9.097
=15.94

Cullen/Frost Bankers's share price for today is €145.00.
Cullen/Frost Bankers'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 €9.097.

* 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.


Cullen/Frost Bankers EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Cullen/Frost Bankers EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cullen/Frost Bankers'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.

Cullen/Frost Bankers EV-to-OCF Chart

Cullen/Frost Bankers Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Cullen/Frost Bankers Quarterly Data
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FRA:CFZ vs SSB, ONB, ZION: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Cullen/Frost Bankers'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.


Cullen/Frost Bankers EV-to-OCF vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Cullen/Frost Bankers's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cullen/Frost Bankers's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Cullen/Frost Bankers EV-to-OCF Calculation

Cullen/Frost Bankers's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3892.524/617.38
=6.30

Cullen/Frost Bankers's current Enterprise Value is €3,893 Mil.
Cullen/Frost Bankers'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 €617 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 6.30 mean?
Cullen/Frost Bankers (FRA:CFZ) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.30 as of Aug. 16, 2026. This is 659% above median its historical median of 0.83. According to the industry distribution chart, Cullen/Frost Bankers ranks #867 out of 1500 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 57.8%.
Is Cullen/Frost Bankers' EV-to-OCF too high?
Cullen/Frost Bankers' current EV-to-OCF of 6.30 is 659% above median its 10-year median of 0.83. The Banks industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.93. Cullen/Frost Bankers' value of 6.30 is 60.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cullen/Frost Bankers ranks #867 out of 1500 companies in the Banks industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cullen/Frost Bankers has a GF Score™ of 75/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cullen/Frost Bankers' EV-to-OCF compare to SSB and ONB?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Cullen/Frost Bankers ranks #867 out of 1500 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Cullen/Frost Bankers in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.93. Cullen/Frost Bankers' value of 6.30 is 60.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.83 vs. the industry median of 3.93, Cullen/Frost Bankers 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 a Banks company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Banks companies is 3.93, based on 1,500 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. Cullen/Frost Bankers's current EV-to-OCF of 6.30 is 60.3% 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 Banks industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 3.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cullen/Frost Bankers's current EV-to-OCF is 6.30, which is 659% above median its own 10-year median of 0.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cullen/Frost Bankers stock overvalued right now?
Cullen/Frost Bankers (FRA:CFZ) has a current EV-to-OCF of 6.30. The stock's GF Value™ is €118.98, compared to a current price of €145.00 — trading 21.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.30, which is 659% above median its 10-year median of 0.83 and 60.3% above the Banks industry median of 3.93. Cullen/Frost Bankers' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 8 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 Cullen/Frost Bankers (FRA:CFZ), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.30 as of Aug. 16, 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 Cullen/Frost Bankers (FRA:CFZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cullen/Frost Bankers stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €145.00 is trading 21.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €118.98.

Key valuation signals for FRA:CFZ:

  • EV-to-OCF: 6.30 (659% above median its 10-year median of 0.83)
  • GF Value™: €118.98 vs. price of €145.00 (21.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 60.3% above the Banks median (#867 of 1500)

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


Cullen/Frost Bankers Business Description

Address 111 W. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, USA, 78205
Cullen/Frost is a regional US bank with around $52 billion in assets (as of March 2026), and it focuses exclusively on the Texas market. The bank has deep expertise in this market. It has implemented a relationship-based banking approach that has garnered a strong market share in San Antonio. Cullen/Frost is also expanding into Houston, Dallas, and Austin market regions through targeted branch openings rather than acquisitions. The bank's sweet spot is small to medium-sized Texas-based commercial clients.
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