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Nishat PowerKAR:NPL -2.47%59 EV-to-OCF is 16.50 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 627% above its 10-year median of 2.27. GuruFocus rates KAR:NPL with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨20.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 450 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, Nishat Power ranks worse than 72.44% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Nishat Power's Enterprise Value is ₨8,420 Mil.
Nishat Power's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨510 Mil. Therefore, Nishat Power's EV-to-OCF for today is 16.50.
The historical rank and industry rank for Nishat Power's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:NPL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -365.68 Med: 2.27 Max: 36.7
Current: 17.59
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Nishat Power was 36.70. The lowest was -365.68. And the median was 2.27.
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.
Nishat Power's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Nishat Power's share price for today is ₨68.23.
Nishat Power'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 ₨8.540.
* 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.
Nishat Power EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Nishat Power EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Nishat Power'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 Utilities - Independent Power Producers subindustry, Nishat Power'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.
Nishat Power EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry
For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Nishat Power's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Nishat Power's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Nishat Power's current Enterprise Value is ₨8,420 Mil.
Nishat Power'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 ₨510 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.
Nishat Power (KAR:NPL) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.50 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 627% above median its historical median of 2.27. According to the industry distribution chart, Nishat Power ranks #326 out of 450 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 72.4%.
Is Nishat Power's EV-to-OCF too high?
Nishat Power's current EV-to-OCF of 16.50 is 627% above median its 10-year median of 2.27. The Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.80. Nishat Power's value of 16.50 is 68.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nishat Power ranks #326 out of 450 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Nishat Power has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nishat Power's EV-to-OCF compare to CEG and VST?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, Nishat Power ranks #326 out of 450 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Nishat Power in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.80. Nishat Power's value of 16.50 is 68.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.27 vs. the industry median of 9.80, Nishat Power 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 Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies is 9.80, based on 450 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. Nishat Power's current EV-to-OCF of 16.50 is 68.5% 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 Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nishat Power's current EV-to-OCF is 16.50, which is 627% above median its own 10-year median of 2.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nishat Power stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nishat Power (KAR:NPL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨20.27, compared to a current price of ₨68.23 — trading 236.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.50, which is 627% above median its 10-year median of 2.27 and 68.5% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median of 9.80. Nishat Power's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 7 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 Nishat Power (KAR:NPL), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.50 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 Nishat Power (KAR:NPL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nishat Power stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₨68.23 is trading 236.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨20.27.
GuruFocus considers Nishat Power to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:NPL:
EV-to-OCF: 16.50 (627% above median its 10-year median of 2.27)
GF Value™: ₨20.27 vs. price of ₨68.23 (236.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 68.5% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers median (#326 of 450)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:NPL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Nishat Power Ltd is a company whose principal activity is to build, own, operate and maintain a fuel-fired power plant based on Reciprocating Engine Technology having a gross capacity of 200MW in Jamber Kalan, Tehsil Pattoki, District Kasur, Punjab, Pakistan. It operates in single operating segment being: Revenue from sale of electricity relates to CPPA-G.
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