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Pakistan Telecommunication CoKAR:PTC +1.36%50 EV-to-OCF is 4.61 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 95% above its 10-year median of 2.36. GuruFocus rates KAR:PTC with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨26.43 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 369 Telecommunication Services companies, Pakistan Telecommunication Co ranks better than 67.21% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Pakistan Telecommunication Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:PTC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.2 Med: 2.36 Max: 6.52
Current: 4.61
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Pakistan Telecommunication Co was 6.52. The lowest was 1.20. And the median was 2.36.
KAR:PTC's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 67.21% of 369
companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 7.09
vs KAR:PTC: 4.61
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 Telecommunication Co (KAR:PTC) 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 Telecommunication Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Pakistan Telecommunication Co's share price for today is ₨71.04.
Pakistan Telecommunication Co'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 ₨-0.530.
* 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 Telecommunication Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Pakistan Telecommunication Co 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 Telecom Services subindustry, Pakistan Telecommunication Co'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 Telecommunication Co EV-to-OCF vs Telecommunication Services Industry
For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Pakistan Telecommunication Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan Telecommunication Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Pakistan Telecommunication Co's current Enterprise Value is ₨679,027 Mil.
Pakistan Telecommunication Co'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 ₨147,436 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.
Pakistan Telecommunication Co (KAR:PTC) has a EV-to-OCF of 4.61 as of Aug. 22, 2026. This is 95% above median its historical median of 2.36. Over the past decade, Pakistan Telecommunication Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 1.20 to 6.52. According to the industry distribution chart, Pakistan Telecommunication Co ranks #121 out of 369 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 32.8%.
Is Pakistan Telecommunication Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Pakistan Telecommunication Co's current EV-to-OCF of 4.61 is 95% above median its 10-year median of 2.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.20 to a high of 6.52. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.09. Pakistan Telecommunication Co's value of 4.61 is 35% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pakistan Telecommunication Co ranks #121 out of 369 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Pakistan Telecommunication Co has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan Telecommunication Co's EV-to-OCF compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Pakistan Telecommunication Co ranks #121 out of 369 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Pakistan Telecommunication Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.09. Pakistan Telecommunication Co's value of 4.61 is 35% below this benchmark. Historically, Pakistan Telecommunication Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 1.20 to 6.52 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.36 vs. the industry median of 7.09, Pakistan Telecommunication Co 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Telecommunication Services companies is 7.09, based on 369 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 Telecommunication Co's current EV-to-OCF of 4.61 is 35% 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 Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pakistan Telecommunication Co's current EV-to-OCF is 4.61, which is 95% above median its own 10-year median of 2.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pakistan Telecommunication Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan Telecommunication Co (KAR:PTC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨26.43, compared to a current price of ₨71.04 — trading 168.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 4.61, which is 95% above median its 10-year median of 2.36 and 35% below the Telecommunication Services industry median of 7.09. Pakistan Telecommunication Co's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 10 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 Telecommunication Co (KAR:PTC), the current EV-to-OCF is 4.61 as of Aug. 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 Pakistan Telecommunication Co (KAR:PTC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan Telecommunication Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₨71.04 is trading 168.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨26.43.
GuruFocus considers Pakistan Telecommunication Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:PTC:
EV-to-OCF: 4.61 (95% above median its 10-year median of 2.36)
GF Value™: ₨26.43 vs. price of ₨71.04 (168.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 35% below the Telecommunication Services median (#121 of 369)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:PTC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Pakistan Telecommunication Co Ltd is a telecom company. It is mainly engaged in providing telecommunication services such as Data, Voice, IPTV, Connectivity services, Interconnect, Information and communication technology (ICT), digital solutions and equipment sales, messaging services, sales of mobile devices etc. The company operates in three operating segments i.e. fixed-line communications (Wireline) which generates key revenue, wireless communications (Wireless), and banking.
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