Helix Exploration (LSE:HEX) EV-to-OCF: -46.08 (As of Aug. 25, 2026)

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What is Helix Exploration EV-to-OCF?

Helix Exploration LSE:HEX -3.23% 9 EV-to-OCF is -46.08 as of Aug. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates LSE:HEX with a GF Score™ of 9/100. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,665 Metals & Mining companies, Helix Exploration ranks better than 84.69% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Helix Exploration's Enterprise Value is £82.43 Mil. Helix Exploration's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-1.79 Mil. Therefore, Helix Exploration's EV-to-OCF for today is -46.08.

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

LSE:HEX' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -47.65   Med: 0   Max: -47.65
Current: -47.65

During the past 2 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Helix Exploration was -47.65. The lowest was -47.65. And the median was .

LSE:HEX's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
84.69% of 2665 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -8.89 vs LSE:HEX: -47.65

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 (2026-08-25), Helix Exploration's stock price is £0.30. Helix Exploration's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.022. Therefore, Helix Exploration's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.64.


Helix Exploration  (LSE:HEX) 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.

Helix Exploration's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.30/0.022
=13.64

Helix Exploration's share price for today is £0.30.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Helix Exploration's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.022.

* 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.


Helix Exploration EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Helix Exploration EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Helix Exploration'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.

Helix Exploration EV-to-OCF Chart

Helix Exploration Annual Data
Trend Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-OCF
-47.72 -26.58

Helix Exploration Semi-Annual Data
Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

Helix Exploration EV-to-OCF Competitor Comparison

For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Helix Exploration'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.


Helix Exploration EV-to-OCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Helix Exploration's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Helix Exploration EV-to-OCF Calculation

Helix Exploration's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=82.434/-1.789
=-46.08

Helix Exploration's current Enterprise Value is £82.43 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Helix Exploration's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-1.79 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 -46.08 mean?
Helix Exploration (LSE:HEX) has a EV-to-OCF of -46.08 as of Aug. 25, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Helix Exploration ranks #408 out of 2665 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 15.3%.
Is Helix Exploration's EV-to-OCF too high?
Helix Exploration's current EV-to-OCF is -46.08. Based on the distribution chart, Helix Exploration ranks #408 out of 2665 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Helix Exploration has a GF Score™ of 9/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Helix Exploration's EV-to-OCF compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Helix Exploration ranks #408 out of 2665 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Helix Exploration in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. 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. Helix Exploration's current EV-to-OCF is -46.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Helix Exploration stock overvalued right now?
Helix Exploration (LSE:HEX) has a current EV-to-OCF of -46.08. The current EV-to-OCF is -46.08. Helix Exploration's overall GF Score™ is 9/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Helix Exploration (LSE:HEX), the current EV-to-OCF is -46.08 as of Aug. 25, 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.

Helix Exploration Business Description

Address 25EP, Eccleston Yards, 25 Eccleston Place, London, GBR, SW1W 9NF
Helix Exploration PLC is engaged in the exploration, commercial development, and monetization of a non-hydrocarbon associated helium rich gas structure focusing on Rudyard Project. The company associates it's operations in Montana, North America.
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