Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) EV-to-OCF: 5.97 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 98% Above Median

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KAR:PNSC Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd KAR:PNSC
82 GF Score
Price ₨517.57
GF Value ₨305.89
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-OCF?

Pakistan National Shipping KAR:PNSC -0.39% 82 EV-to-OCF is 5.97 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 98% above its 10-year median of 3.02. GuruFocus rates KAR:PNSC with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨305.89 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,012 Transportation companies, Pakistan National Shipping ranks better than 62.85% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Pakistan National Shipping's Enterprise Value is ₨95,871 Mil. Pakistan National Shipping's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨16,065 Mil. Therefore, Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.97.

The historical rank and industry rank for Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

KAR:PNSC' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1.24   Med: 3.02   Max: 19.16
Current: 6.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Pakistan National Shipping was 19.16. The lowest was -1.24. And the median was 3.02.

KAR:PNSC's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
62.85% of 1012 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 7.955 vs KAR:PNSC: 6.14

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 (2026-08-28), Pakistan National Shipping's stock price is ₨517.57. Pakistan National Shipping's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨63.170. Therefore, Pakistan National Shipping's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.19.


Pakistan National Shipping  (KAR:PNSC) 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.

Pakistan National Shipping's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=517.57/63.170
=8.19

Pakistan National Shipping's share price for today is ₨517.57.
Pakistan National Shipping'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 ₨63.170.

* 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.


Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pakistan National Shipping'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.

Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-OCF Chart

Pakistan National Shipping Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
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Pakistan National Shipping Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 0.54 0.68 2.47 10.07 5.26

KAR:PNSC vs KEX: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Pakistan National Shipping'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.


Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-OCF vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Pakistan National Shipping EV-to-OCF Calculation

Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=95870.686/16064.737
=5.97

Pakistan National Shipping's current Enterprise Value is ₨95,871 Mil.
Pakistan National Shipping'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 ₨16,065 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 5.97 mean?
Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.97 as of Aug. 28, 2026. This is 98% above median its historical median of 3.02. According to the industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #376 out of 1012 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 37.2%.
Is Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-OCF too high?
Pakistan National Shipping's current EV-to-OCF of 5.97 is 98% above median its 10-year median of 3.02. The Transportation industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.96. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 5.97 is 25% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #376 out of 1012 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Pakistan National Shipping has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan National Shipping's EV-to-OCF compare to KEX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #376 out of 1012 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Pakistan National Shipping in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.96. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 5.97 is 25% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.02 vs. the industry median of 7.96, Pakistan National Shipping 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 7.96, based on 1,012 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. Pakistan National Shipping's current EV-to-OCF of 5.97 is 25% 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 7.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pakistan National Shipping's current EV-to-OCF is 5.97, which is 98% above median its own 10-year median of 3.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pakistan National Shipping stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨305.89, compared to a current price of ₨517.57 — trading 69.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.97, which is 98% above median its 10-year median of 3.02 and 25% below the Transportation industry median of 7.96. Pakistan National Shipping's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.97 as of Aug. 28, 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 Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨517.57 is trading 69.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨305.89. GuruFocus considers Pakistan National Shipping to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:PNSC:

  • EV-to-OCF: 5.97 (98% above median its 10-year median of 3.02)
  • GF Value™: ₨305.89 vs. price of ₨517.57 (69.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 25% below the Transportation median (#376 of 1012)

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


Pakistan National Shipping Business Description

Address PNSC Building, Moulvi Tamizuddin Khan Road, P.O. BOX No. 5350, Karachi, SD, PAK, 74000
Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd, the Holding Company, its subsidiary, and an associate operate in Pakistan's maritime industry. The Group focuses on shipping, vessel chartering, cargo transportation, and property leasing. As the national flag carrier, the company operates a varied fleet, including tankers for energy transport and bulk carriers for transporting a wide range of dry commodities such as iron, fertilizers, coal, and grain. The company also provides comprehensive services such as ocean freight, container shipping, marine and port services, technical support, and leasing solutions. Its key business segments include dry cargo, liquid cargo, and slot charter/break bulk.
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