GECC (Great Elm Capital) EV-to-OCF: 8.07 (As of Aug. 12, 2026)

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GECC Great Elm Capital Corp GECC
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Price $5.87
GF Value $0.75
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Great Elm Capital EV-to-OCF?

Great Elm Capital GECC +5.56% 22 EV-to-OCF is 8.07 as of Aug. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates GECC with a GF Score™ of 22/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.75 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,500 Asset Management companies, Great Elm Capital ranks worse than 54.8% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Great Elm Capital's Enterprise Value is $242.01 Mil. Great Elm Capital's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $30.00 Mil. Therefore, Great Elm Capital's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.07.

The historical rank and industry rank for Great Elm Capital's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

GECC' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -291.13   Med: -3.99   Max: 30.83
Current: 8.07

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Great Elm Capital was 30.83. The lowest was -291.13. And the median was -3.99.

GECC's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
54.8% of 1500 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.945 vs GECC: 8.07

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 (2026-08-12), Great Elm Capital's stock price is $5.87. Great Elm Capital's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-3.120. Therefore, Great Elm Capital's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Great Elm Capital  (NAS:GECC) 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.

Great Elm Capital's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5.87/-3.120
=At Loss

Great Elm Capital's share price for today is $5.87.
Great Elm Capital'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 $-3.120.

* 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.


Great Elm Capital EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Great Elm Capital EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Great Elm Capital'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.

Great Elm Capital EV-to-OCF Chart

Great Elm Capital Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.69 -5.16 8.57 -3.83 -101.63

Great Elm Capital Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -16.66 33.97 -101.63 8.99 7.86

GECC vs CEV, EEA, PCM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Great Elm Capital'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.


Great Elm Capital EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Great Elm Capital's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Great Elm Capital's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Great Elm Capital EV-to-OCF Calculation

Great Elm Capital's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=242.009/30.003
=8.07

Great Elm Capital's current Enterprise Value is $242.01 Mil.
Great Elm Capital'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 $30.00 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 8.07 mean?
Great Elm Capital (GECC) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.07 as of Aug. 12, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Great Elm Capital ranks #822 out of 1500 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 54.8%.
Is Great Elm Capital's EV-to-OCF too high?
Great Elm Capital's current EV-to-OCF is 8.07. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Great Elm Capital's value of 8.07 is 35.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Great Elm Capital ranks #822 out of 1500 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Great Elm Capital has a GF Score™ of 22/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Great Elm Capital's EV-to-OCF compare to CEV and EEA?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Great Elm Capital ranks #822 out of 1500 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Great Elm Capital in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Great Elm Capital's value of 8.07 is 35.7% above 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 5.95, 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. Great Elm Capital's current EV-to-OCF of 8.07 is 35.7% 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. Great Elm Capital's current EV-to-OCF is 8.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Great Elm Capital stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Great Elm Capital (GECC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.75, compared to a current price of $5.87 — trading 682.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.07 and 35.7% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.95. Great Elm Capital's overall GF Score™ is 22/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Great Elm Capital (GECC), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.07 as of Aug. 12, 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 Great Elm Capital (GECC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Great Elm Capital stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $5.87 is trading 682.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.75. GuruFocus considers Great Elm Capital to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for GECC:

  • EV-to-OCF: 8.07
  • GF Value™: $0.75 vs. price of $5.87 (682.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 22/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 35.7% above the Asset Management median (#822 of 1500)

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


Great Elm Capital Business Description

Address 3801 PGA Boulevard, Suite 603, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA, 33410
Great Elm Capital Corp is an externally managed, non-diversified closed-end management investment company. It generates both income and capital appreciation through debt and income-generating equity investments, including investments in finance businesses. The Company operates as a single reportable segment with an investment objective to generate both current income and capital appreciation through debt and equity investments and manages the business on a consolidated basis.
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