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Global Ship LeaseGSL -0.29%73 EV-to-OCF is 3.46 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 5.58. GuruFocus rates GSL with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $25.50 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,009 Transportation companies, Global Ship Lease ranks better than 75.72% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Global Ship Lease's Enterprise Value is $1,752.1 Mil.
Global Ship Lease's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $505.8 Mil. Therefore, Global Ship Lease's EV-to-OCF for today is 3.46.
The historical rank and industry rank for Global Ship Lease's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
GSL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.73 Med: 5.58 Max: 17.93
Current: 3.46
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Global Ship Lease was 17.93. The lowest was 1.73. And the median was 5.58.
GSL's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 75.72% of 1009
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 7.91
vs GSL: 3.46
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.
Global Ship Lease (NYSE:GSL) 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.
Global Ship Lease's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Global Ship Lease's share price for today is $44.34.
Global Ship Lease'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 $10.530.
* 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.
Global Ship Lease EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Global Ship Lease EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Global Ship Lease'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 Marine Shipping subindustry, Global Ship Lease'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.
Global Ship Lease EV-to-OCF vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Global Ship Lease's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Global Ship Lease's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Global Ship Lease's current Enterprise Value is $1,752.1 Mil.
Global Ship Lease'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 $505.8 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.
Global Ship Lease (GSL) has a EV-to-OCF of 3.46 as of Aug. 02, 2026. This is 38% below median its historical median of 5.58. Over the past decade, Global Ship Lease's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 1.73 to 17.93. According to the industry distribution chart, Global Ship Lease ranks #245 out of 1009 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 24.3%.
Is Global Ship Lease's EV-to-OCF too high?
Global Ship Lease's current EV-to-OCF of 3.46 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 5.58. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.73 to a high of 17.93. The Transportation industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.91. Global Ship Lease's value of 3.46 is 56.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Global Ship Lease ranks #245 out of 1009 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Global Ship Lease has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Global Ship Lease's EV-to-OCF compare to SFL and CCEC?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Global Ship Lease ranks #245 out of 1009 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Global Ship Lease in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.91. Global Ship Lease's value of 3.46 is 56.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Global Ship Lease's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 1.73 to 17.93 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.58 vs. the industry median of 7.91, Global Ship Lease has consistently been below 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Transportation companies is 7.91, based on 1,009 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. Global Ship Lease's current EV-to-OCF of 3.46 is 56.3% 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 Transportation industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.91 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Global Ship Lease's current EV-to-OCF is 3.46, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 5.58. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Global Ship Lease stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Ship Lease (GSL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $25.50, compared to a current price of $44.34 — trading 73.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 3.46, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 5.58 and 56.3% below the Transportation industry median of 7.91. Global Ship Lease's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 11 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 Global Ship Lease (GSL), the current EV-to-OCF is 3.46 as of Aug. 02, 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 Global Ship Lease (GSL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Ship Lease stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $44.34 is trading 73.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $25.50.
GuruFocus considers Global Ship Lease to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for GSL:
EV-to-OCF: 3.46 (38% below median its 10-year median of 5.58)
GF Value™: $25.50 vs. price of $44.34 (73.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 56.3% below the Transportation median (#245 of 1009)
No single metric tells the full story. See the GSL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Global Ship Lease Inc is a containership owner, leasing ships to container shipping companies under industry-standard, fixed-rate time charters. Its fleet comprises mid-size Post-Panamax, Cypress, and smaller containerships, which tend to serve the faster-growing non-Mainlane and intra-regional trades, collectively representing the majority of the containerized trade volume globally. The company generates revenue from chartering its vessels to liner companies.
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