Alternative Liquidity Fund (LSE:ALF) EV-to-OCF: -6.79 (As of Aug. 11, 2026)

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What is Alternative Liquidity Fund EV-to-OCF?

Alternative Liquidity Fund LSE:ALF EV-to-OCF is -6.79 as of Aug. 11, 2026.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Alternative Liquidity Fund's Enterprise Value is $3.14 Mil. Alternative Liquidity Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 was $-0.46 Mil. Therefore, Alternative Liquidity Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is -6.79.

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

LSE:ALF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -21.95   Med: 2.3   Max: 23.99
Current: -11.43

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Alternative Liquidity Fund was 23.99. The lowest was -21.95. And the median was 2.30.

LSE:ALF's EV-to-OCF is not ranked
in the Asset Management industry.
Industry Median: 5.95 vs LSE:ALF: -11.43

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 (2026-08-11), Alternative Liquidity Fund's stock price is $0.0215. Alternative Liquidity Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 was $-0.024. Therefore, Alternative Liquidity Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Alternative Liquidity Fund  (LSE:ALF) 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.

Alternative Liquidity Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.0215/-0.024
=At Loss

Alternative Liquidity Fund's share price for today is $0.0215.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Alternative Liquidity Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 was $-0.024.

* 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.


Alternative Liquidity Fund EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Alternative Liquidity Fund EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Alternative Liquidity Fund'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.

Alternative Liquidity Fund EV-to-OCF Chart

Alternative Liquidity Fund Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 3.33 4.48 4.41 2.58 4.11

Alternative Liquidity Fund Semi-Annual Data
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LSE:ALF vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Alternative Liquidity Fund'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.


Alternative Liquidity Fund EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Alternative Liquidity Fund's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Alternative Liquidity Fund's EV-to-OCF falls into.



Alternative Liquidity Fund EV-to-OCF Calculation

Alternative Liquidity Fund's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3.142/-0.463
=-6.79

Alternative Liquidity Fund's current Enterprise Value is $3.14 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Alternative Liquidity Fund's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2024 was $-0.46 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 -6.79 mean?
Alternative Liquidity Fund (LSE:ALF) has a EV-to-OCF of -6.79 as of Aug. 11, 2026.
Is Alternative Liquidity Fund's EV-to-OCF too high?
Alternative Liquidity Fund's current EV-to-OCF is -6.79.
How does Alternative Liquidity Fund's EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
Alternative Liquidity Fund's EV-to-OCF of -6.79 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 5.95, based on 1,501 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. 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Alternative Liquidity Fund's current EV-to-OCF is -6.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alternative Liquidity Fund stock overvalued right now?
Alternative Liquidity Fund (LSE:ALF) has a current EV-to-OCF of -6.79. The current EV-to-OCF is -6.79. 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 Alternative Liquidity Fund (LSE:ALF), the current EV-to-OCF is -6.79 as of Aug. 11, 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.

Alternative Liquidity Fund Business Description

Address Royal Avenue, 1 Royal Plaza, St Peter Port, GGY, GY1 2HL
Alternative Liquidity Fund Ltd is a closed-end investment company incorporated in Guernsey. The investment objective of the company is to generate total returns for investors through the management and realization of its portfolio. The company's investment policy is to invest globally in a portfolio of illiquid assets, which is expected to comprise predominantly investments in funds. These include hedge funds and other funds invested in loans, structured products, real estate, and life settlement policies.