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Franklin Universal TrustFT -0.26%30 EV-to-OCF is 19.87 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 21.91. GuruFocus rates FT with a GF Score™ of 30/100. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,503 Asset Management companies, Franklin Universal Trust ranks worse than 76.65% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Franklin Universal Trust's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FT'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.37 Med: 21.91 Max: 56.68
Current: 19.87
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Franklin Universal Trust was 56.68. The lowest was 13.37. And the median was 21.91.
FT's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 76.65% of 1503
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.82
vs FT: 19.87
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.
Franklin Universal Trust (NYSE:FT) 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.
Franklin Universal Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Franklin Universal Trust's share price for today is $7.73.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Franklin Universal Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was $1.300.
* 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.
Franklin Universal Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Franklin Universal Trust EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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 Asset Management subindustry, Franklin Universal Trust'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.
Franklin Universal Trust EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Franklin Universal Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Franklin Universal Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Franklin Universal Trust's current Enterprise Value is $254.21 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Franklin Universal Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was $12.79 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.
Franklin Universal Trust (FT) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.87 as of Aug. 30, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 21.91. Over the past decade, Franklin Universal Trust's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.37 to 56.68. According to the industry distribution chart, Franklin Universal Trust ranks #1152 out of 1503 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 76.6%.
Is Franklin Universal Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
Franklin Universal Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 19.87 is near median its 10-year median of 21.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.37 to a high of 56.68. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.82. Franklin Universal Trust's value of 19.87 is 241.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Franklin Universal Trust ranks #1152 out of 1503 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Franklin Universal Trust has a GF Score™ of 30/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Franklin Universal Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to ETX and SCM?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Franklin Universal Trust ranks #1152 out of 1503 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Franklin Universal Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.82. Franklin Universal Trust's value of 19.87 is 241.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Franklin Universal Trust's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.37 to 56.68 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.91 vs. the industry median of 5.82, Franklin Universal Trust 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 5.82, based on 1,503 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. Franklin Universal Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 19.87 is 241.4% 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 5.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Franklin Universal Trust's current EV-to-OCF is 19.87, which is near median its own 10-year median of 21.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Franklin Universal Trust stock overvalued right now?
Franklin Universal Trust (FT) has a current EV-to-OCF of 19.87. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.87, which is near median its 10-year median of 21.91 and 241.4% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.82. Franklin Universal Trust's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 7 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 Franklin Universal Trust (FT), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.87 as of Aug. 30, 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.
Franklin Universal Trust is a closed-end management investment company focused on providing high current income while preserving capital. Its secondary objective is to achieve income growth through dividend increases and capital appreciation. The fund invests in two asset classes: high-yield bonds and utility stocks. It applies fundamental research to build a diversified high-yield bond portfolio and targets utility companies with attractive dividend yields and a history of increasing dividends.
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