Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC (HSTC:PLC) EV-to-OCF: -7.76 (As of Sep. 22, 2026)

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HSTC:PLC Petrolimex Petrochemical Corporation JSC HSTC:PLC
71 GF Score
Price ₫19,200.00
GF Value ₫30,491.83
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC EV-to-OCF?

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC HSTC:PLC -2.04% 71 EV-to-OCF is -7.76 as of Sep. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates HSTC:PLC with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of ₫30,491.83 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,619 Chemicals companies, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC ranks better than 73.38% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's Enterprise Value is ₫1,924,407 Mil. Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₫-248,050 Mil. Therefore, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's EV-to-OCF for today is -7.76.

The historical rank and industry rank for Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

HSTC:PLC' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -165.99   Med: 4.77   Max: 487.39
Current: 3.08

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC was 487.39. The lowest was -165.99. And the median was 4.77.

HSTC:PLC's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
73.38% of 1619 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 11.61 vs HSTC:PLC: 3.08

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 (2026-09-22), Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's stock price is ₫19200.00. Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₫516.608. Therefore, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 37.17.


Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC  (HSTC:PLC) 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.

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=19200.00/516.608
=37.17

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's share price for today is ₫19200.00.
Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC'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 ₫516.608.

* 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.


Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC'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.

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC EV-to-OCF Chart

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 10.33 -8.60 7.19 74.80 -65.76

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC Quarterly Data
Mar17 Sep17 Dec17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 -6.23 50.07 -6.98 -15.72 -148.39

HSTC:PLC vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC'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.


Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's EV-to-OCF falls into.


HSTC:PLC
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Petrolimex Petrochemical Corporation JSC HSTC:PLC
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Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC EV-to-OCF Calculation

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1924407.347/-248049.831073
=-7.76

Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's current Enterprise Value is ₫1,924,407 Mil.
Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC'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 ₫-248,050 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 -7.76 mean?
Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC (HSTC:PLC) has a EV-to-OCF of -7.76 as of Sep. 22, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC ranks #431 out of 1619 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 26.6%.
Is Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's EV-to-OCF too high?
Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's current EV-to-OCF is -7.76. Based on the distribution chart, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC ranks #431 out of 1619 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC ranks #431 out of 1619 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.61. 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 11.61, based on 1,619 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. 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 Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's current EV-to-OCF is -7.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC (HSTC:PLC) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₫30,491.83, compared to a current price of ₫19,200.00 — trading 37% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -7.76. Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 5 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 Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC (HSTC:PLC), the current EV-to-OCF is -7.76 as of Sep. 22, 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 Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC (HSTC:PLC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₫19,200.00 is trading 37% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₫30,491.83. GuruFocus considers Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HSTC:PLC:

  • EV-to-OCF: -7.76
  • GF Value™: ₫30,491.83 vs. price of ₫19,200.00 (37% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Petrolimex Petrochemical JSC Business Description

Address No.229 Tay Son Street, Dong Da District, Floors 18 & 19, Khuong Thuong Ward, Hanoi, VNM
Petrolimex Petrochemical Corporation JSC is principally engaged in trading, importing and exporting lubricants, asphalt, chemicals and other petroleum and gas-related products. It is also involved in the trading, importing and exporting materials and equipment specialized in petrochemicals. The company offers transportation services; warehouse leasing; blending, testing, consultancy, and petrochemical technical services. In addition, it provides Maritime supply services.
71GF Score

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₫19,200.00
Price
₫30,491.83
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