LKFN (Lakeland Financial) EV-to-OCF: 11.89 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — Near Median

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LKFN Lakeland Financial Corp LKFN
65 GF Score
Price $62.62
GF Value $68.03
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Lakeland Financial EV-to-OCF?

Lakeland Financial LKFN +0.13% 65 EV-to-OCF is 11.89 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 12.77. GuruFocus rates LKFN with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $68.03 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,500 Banks companies, Lakeland Financial ranks worse than 74.07% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Lakeland Financial's Enterprise Value is $1,433.8 Mil. Lakeland Financial's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $120.6 Mil. Therefore, Lakeland Financial's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.89.

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

LKFN' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.85   Med: 12.77   Max: 21.42
Current: 11.89

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Lakeland Financial was 21.42. The lowest was 7.85. And the median was 12.77.

LKFN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
74.07% of 1500 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 3.985 vs LKFN: 11.89

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 (2026-08-02), Lakeland Financial's stock price is $62.62. Lakeland Financial's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4.360. Therefore, Lakeland Financial's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 14.36.


Lakeland Financial  (NAS:LKFN) 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.

Lakeland Financial's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=62.62/4.360
=14.36

Lakeland Financial's share price for today is $62.62.
Lakeland Financial'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 $4.360.

* 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.


Lakeland Financial EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Lakeland Financial EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lakeland Financial'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.

Lakeland Financial EV-to-OCF Chart

Lakeland Financial Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Lakeland Financial Quarterly Data
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LKFN vs AMAL, TMP, PEBO: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Lakeland Financial'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.


Lakeland Financial EV-to-OCF vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Lakeland Financial's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Lakeland Financial's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Lakeland Financial EV-to-OCF Calculation

Lakeland Financial's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1433.826/120.629
=11.89

Lakeland Financial's current Enterprise Value is $1,433.8 Mil.
Lakeland Financial'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 $120.6 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 11.89 mean?
Lakeland Financial (LKFN) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.89 as of Aug. 02, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 12.77. Over the past decade, Lakeland Financial's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.85 to 21.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Lakeland Financial ranks #1111 out of 1500 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 74.1%.
Is Lakeland Financial's EV-to-OCF too high?
Lakeland Financial's current EV-to-OCF of 11.89 is near median its 10-year median of 12.77. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.85 to a high of 21.42. The Banks industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.99. Lakeland Financial's value of 11.89 is 198.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lakeland Financial ranks #1111 out of 1500 companies in the Banks industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Lakeland Financial has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lakeland Financial's EV-to-OCF compare to AMAL and TMP?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Lakeland Financial ranks #1111 out of 1500 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Lakeland Financial in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.99. Lakeland Financial's value of 11.89 is 198.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Lakeland Financial's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.85 to 21.42 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.77 vs. the industry median of 3.99, Lakeland Financial 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 a Banks company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Banks companies is 3.99, based on 1,500 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. Lakeland Financial's current EV-to-OCF of 11.89 is 198.4% 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 Banks industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 3.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lakeland Financial's current EV-to-OCF is 11.89, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lakeland Financial stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lakeland Financial (LKFN) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $68.03, compared to a current price of $62.62 — trading 8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.89, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.77 and 198.4% above the Banks industry median of 3.99. Lakeland Financial's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 2 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 Lakeland Financial (LKFN), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.89 as of Aug. 02, 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 Lakeland Financial (LKFN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lakeland Financial stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $62.62 is trading 8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $68.03. GuruFocus considers Lakeland Financial to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for LKFN:

  • EV-to-OCF: 11.89 (near median its 10-year median of 12.77)
  • GF Value™: $68.03 vs. price of $62.62 (8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 198.4% above the Banks median (#1111 of 1500)

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


Lakeland Financial Business Description

Address 202 East Center Street, P.O.Box 1387, Warsaw, IN, USA, 46581-1387
Lakeland Financial Corp is a bank holding company. It provides commercial, retail, wealth advisory, and investment management services. It offers a broad line of products and services throughout its Northern and Central Indiana markets. The company provides commercial and consumer banking services, as well as trust and wealth management, brokerage, and treasury management commercial services. It serves a wide variety of industries including, among others, commercial real estate, manufacturing, agriculture, construction, retail, wholesale, finance and insurance, accommodation and food services, and healthcare. The company's revenue is derived from the business of banking.
65GF Score

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