GLQ (Clough Global Equity Fund) EV-to-OCF: 20.47 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — 517% Above Median

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What is Clough Global Equity Fund EV-to-OCF?

Clough Global Equity Fund GLQ +0.12% 30 EV-to-OCF is 20.47 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 517% above its 10-year median of 3.32. GuruFocus rates GLQ with a GF Score™ of 30/100. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,507 Asset Management companies, Clough Global Equity Fund ranks worse than 76.58% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Clough Global Equity Fund's Enterprise Value is $195.94 Mil. Clough Global Equity Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $9.57 Mil. Therefore, Clough Global Equity Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is 20.47.

The historical rank and industry rank for Clough Global Equity Fund's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

GLQ' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -70.13   Med: 3.32   Max: 27.37
Current: 20.47

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Clough Global Equity Fund was 27.37. The lowest was -70.13. And the median was 3.32.

GLQ's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
76.58% of 1507 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.88 vs GLQ: 20.47

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 (2026-08-19), Clough Global Equity Fund's stock price is $8.27. Clough Global Equity Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $2.935. Therefore, Clough Global Equity Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 2.82.


Clough Global Equity Fund  (AMEX:GLQ) 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.

Clough Global Equity Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.27/2.935
=2.82

Clough Global Equity Fund's share price for today is $8.27.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Clough Global Equity Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $2.935.

* 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.


Clough Global Equity Fund EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Clough Global Equity Fund EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Clough Global Equity Fund'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.

Clough Global Equity Fund EV-to-OCF Chart

Clough Global Equity Fund Annual Data
Trend Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
EV-to-OCF
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Clough Global Equity Fund Semi-Annual Data
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GLQ vs IGA, OXSQ, MHF: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Clough Global Equity Fund'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.


Clough Global Equity Fund EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Clough Global Equity Fund's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Clough Global Equity Fund's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Clough Global Equity Fund EV-to-OCF Calculation

Clough Global Equity Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=195.939/9.571
=20.47

Clough Global Equity Fund's current Enterprise Value is $195.94 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Clough Global Equity Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $9.57 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 20.47 mean?
Clough Global Equity Fund (GLQ) has a EV-to-OCF of 20.47 as of Aug. 19, 2026. This is 517% above median its historical median of 3.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Clough Global Equity Fund ranks #1154 out of 1507 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 76.6%.
Is Clough Global Equity Fund's EV-to-OCF too high?
Clough Global Equity Fund's current EV-to-OCF of 20.47 is 517% above median its 10-year median of 3.32. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.88. Clough Global Equity Fund's value of 20.47 is 248.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Clough Global Equity Fund ranks #1154 out of 1507 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Clough Global Equity Fund has a GF Score™ of 30/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Clough Global Equity Fund's EV-to-OCF compare to IGA and OXSQ?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Clough Global Equity Fund ranks #1154 out of 1507 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Clough Global Equity Fund in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.88. Clough Global Equity Fund's value of 20.47 is 248.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.32 vs. the industry median of 5.88, Clough Global Equity Fund 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 5.88, based on 1,507 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. Clough Global Equity Fund's current EV-to-OCF of 20.47 is 248.1% 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 5.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Clough Global Equity Fund's current EV-to-OCF is 20.47, which is 517% above median its own 10-year median of 3.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Clough Global Equity Fund stock overvalued right now?
Clough Global Equity Fund (GLQ) has a current EV-to-OCF of 20.47. The current EV-to-OCF is 20.47, which is 517% above median its 10-year median of 3.32 and 248.1% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.88. Clough Global Equity Fund's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 6 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 Clough Global Equity Fund (GLQ), the current EV-to-OCF is 20.47 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.

Clough Global Equity Fund Business Description

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Clough Global Equity Fund is a closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to provide a high level of total return. The Fund invests in the equity, equity-related securities, and fixed-income securities in both U.S. and non-U.S. markets.
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