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InPlay OilIPOOF -1.12%59 EV-to-OCF is 6.72 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 59% above its 10-year median of 4.23. GuruFocus rates IPOOF with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.49 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,027 Oil & Gas companies, InPlay Oil ranks worse than 56.48% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, InPlay Oil's Enterprise Value is $479.6 Mil.
InPlay Oil's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $71.4 Mil. Therefore, InPlay Oil's EV-to-OCF for today is 6.72.
The historical rank and industry rank for InPlay Oil's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
IPOOF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.82 Med: 4.23 Max: 32.08
Current: 6.72
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of InPlay Oil was 32.08. The lowest was 0.82. And the median was 4.23.
IPOOF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 56.48% of 1027
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.68
vs IPOOF: 6.72
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.
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.
InPlay Oil's share price for today is $11.26.
InPlay Oil'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 $-1.043.
* 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.
InPlay Oil EV-to-OCF Related Terms
InPlay Oil EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for InPlay Oil'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 Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, InPlay Oil'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.
InPlay Oil EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, InPlay Oil's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where InPlay Oil's EV-to-OCF falls into.
InPlay Oil's current Enterprise Value is $479.6 Mil.
InPlay Oil'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 $71.4 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.
InPlay Oil (IPOOF) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.72 as of Aug. 11, 2026. This is 59% above median its historical median of 4.23. Over the past decade, InPlay Oil's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.82 to 32.08. According to the industry distribution chart, InPlay Oil ranks #580 out of 1027 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 56.5%.
Is InPlay Oil's EV-to-OCF too high?
InPlay Oil's current EV-to-OCF of 6.72 is 59% above median its 10-year median of 4.23. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.82 to a high of 32.08. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.68. InPlay Oil's value of 6.72 is 18.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, InPlay Oil ranks #580 out of 1027 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, InPlay Oil has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does InPlay Oil's EV-to-OCF compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, InPlay Oil ranks #580 out of 1027 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places InPlay Oil in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.68. InPlay Oil's value of 6.72 is 18.3% above this benchmark. Historically, InPlay Oil's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.82 to 32.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.23 vs. the industry median of 5.68, InPlay Oil 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Oil & Gas companies is 5.68, based on 1,027 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. InPlay Oil's current EV-to-OCF of 6.72 is 18.3% 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 Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. InPlay Oil's current EV-to-OCF is 6.72, which is 59% above median its own 10-year median of 4.23. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is InPlay Oil stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, InPlay Oil (IPOOF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.49, compared to a current price of $11.26 — trading 18.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.72, which is 59% above median its 10-year median of 4.23 and 18.3% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.68. InPlay Oil's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 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 InPlay Oil (IPOOF), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.72 as of Aug. 11, 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 InPlay Oil (IPOOF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, InPlay Oil stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $11.26 is trading 18.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.49.
GuruFocus considers InPlay Oil to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for IPOOF:
EV-to-OCF: 6.72 (59% above median its 10-year median of 4.23)
GF Value™: $9.49 vs. price of $11.26 (18.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 18.3% above the Oil & Gas median (#580 of 1027)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IPOOF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
InPlay Oil Corp is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, and development of petroleum and natural gas properties, and the production and sale of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Its petroleum and natural gas operations are located in Alberta, Canada. The company operates long-lived, low-decline properties with drilling development and enhanced oil recovery potential, as well as undeveloped lands with exploration possibilities. It generates maximum revenue from the sale of oil, followed by the sale of natural gas and natural gas liquids.
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