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James River Group HoldingsJRVR -0.86%58 EV-to-OCF is 259.01 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 6424% above its 10-year median of 3.97. GuruFocus rates JRVR with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.80 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 505 Insurance companies, James River Group Holdings ranks worse than 98.42% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for James River Group Holdings's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
JRVR'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -28 Med: 3.97 Max: 279.19
Current: 259.01
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of James River Group Holdings was 279.19. The lowest was -28.00. And the median was 3.97.
JRVR's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 98.42% of 505
companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 6.45
vs JRVR: 259.01
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.
James River Group Holdings (NAS:JRVR) 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.
James River Group Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
James River Group Holdings's share price for today is $4.025.
James River Group Holdings'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 $0.380.
* 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.
James River Group Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms
James River Group Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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 Insurance - Specialty subindustry, James River Group Holdings'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.
James River Group Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Insurance Industry
For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, James River Group Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where James River Group Holdings's EV-to-OCF falls into.
James River Group Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $453.3 Mil.
James River Group Holdings'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 $1.8 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.
James River Group Holdings (JRVR) has a EV-to-OCF of 259.01 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 6424% above median its historical median of 3.97. According to the industry distribution chart, James River Group Holdings ranks #497 out of 505 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 98.4%.
Is James River Group Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
James River Group Holdings' current EV-to-OCF of 259.01 is 6424% above median its 10-year median of 3.97. The Insurance industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.45. James River Group Holdings' value of 259.01 is 3915.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, James River Group Holdings ranks #497 out of 505 companies in the Insurance industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, James River Group Holdings has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does James River Group Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to FACO and OSG?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, James River Group Holdings ranks #497 out of 505 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places James River Group Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.45. James River Group Holdings' value of 259.01 is 3915.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.97 vs. the industry median of 6.45, James River Group Holdings 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 Insurance company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Insurance companies is 6.45, based on 505 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. James River Group Holdings's current EV-to-OCF of 259.01 is 3915.7% 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 Insurance industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. James River Group Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is 259.01, which is 6424% above median its own 10-year median of 3.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is James River Group Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, James River Group Holdings (JRVR) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.80, compared to a current price of $4.03 — trading 30.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 259.01, which is 6424% above median its 10-year median of 3.97 and 3915.7% above the Insurance industry median of 6.45. James River Group Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 3 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 James River Group Holdings (JRVR), the current EV-to-OCF is 259.01 as of Aug. 20, 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 James River Group Holdings (JRVR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, James River Group Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $4.03 is trading 30.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.80.
GuruFocus considers James River Group Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for JRVR:
EV-to-OCF: 259.01 (6424% above median its 10-year median of 3.97)
GF Value™: $5.80 vs. price of $4.03 (30.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 3915.7% above the Insurance median (#497 of 505)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JRVR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
James River Group Holdings Inc is a holding company that owns and operates a group of specialty insurance companies focused on underwriting small and middle market casualty risks within the U.S. excess and surplus (E&S) lines market. The Company operates in two specialty property-casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance.
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