Pharos Energy (LSE:PHAR) EV-to-OCF: 2.34 (As of Sep. 17, 2026) — 21% Below Median

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LSE:PHAR Pharos Energy PLC LSE:PHAR
51 GF Score
Price £0.30
GF Value £0.19
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Pharos Energy EV-to-OCF?

Pharos Energy LSE:PHAR 51 EV-to-OCF is 2.34 as of Sep. 17, 2026, which is 21% below its 10-year median of 2.95. GuruFocus rates LSE:PHAR with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.19 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,019 Oil & Gas companies, Pharos Energy ranks better than 66.54% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Pharos Energy's Enterprise Value is £96.72 Mil. Pharos Energy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £41.37 Mil. Therefore, Pharos Energy's EV-to-OCF for today is 2.34.

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

LSE:PHAR' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.09   Med: 2.95   Max: 22.14
Current: 2.33

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Pharos Energy was 22.14. The lowest was 1.09. And the median was 2.95.

LSE:PHAR's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
66.54% of 1019 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.8 vs LSE:PHAR: 2.33

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 (2026-09-17), Pharos Energy's stock price is £0.297. Pharos Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-0.012. Therefore, Pharos Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Pharos Energy  (LSE:PHAR) 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.

Pharos Energy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.297/-0.012
=At Loss

Pharos Energy's share price for today is £0.297.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Pharos Energy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £-0.012.

* 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.


Pharos Energy EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Pharos Energy EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pharos Energy'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.

Pharos Energy EV-to-OCF Chart

Pharos Energy Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Pharos Energy Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 3.21 2.03 2.25 2.15 1.38

LSE:PHAR vs COP, EOG, OXY: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Pharos Energy'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.


Pharos Energy EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Pharos Energy's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Pharos Energy EV-to-OCF Calculation

Pharos Energy's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=96.715/41.372
=2.34

Pharos Energy's current Enterprise Value is £96.72 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Pharos Energy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £41.37 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 2.34 mean?
Pharos Energy (LSE:PHAR) has a EV-to-OCF of 2.34 as of Sep. 17, 2026. This is 21% below median its historical median of 2.95. Over the past decade, Pharos Energy's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 1.09 to 22.14. According to the industry distribution chart, Pharos Energy ranks #341 out of 1019 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 33.5%.
Is Pharos Energy's EV-to-OCF too high?
Pharos Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 2.34 is 21% below median its 10-year median of 2.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.09 to a high of 22.14. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.80. Pharos Energy's value of 2.34 is 59.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pharos Energy ranks #341 out of 1019 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Pharos Energy has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pharos Energy's EV-to-OCF compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Pharos Energy ranks #341 out of 1019 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Pharos Energy in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.80. Pharos Energy's value of 2.34 is 59.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Pharos Energy's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 1.09 to 22.14 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.95 vs. the industry median of 5.80, Pharos Energy 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 an Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Oil & Gas companies is 5.80, based on 1,019 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. Pharos Energy's current EV-to-OCF of 2.34 is 59.7% 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 Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pharos Energy's current EV-to-OCF is 2.34, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 2.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pharos Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pharos Energy (LSE:PHAR) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.19, compared to a current price of £0.30 — trading 56.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 2.34, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 2.95 and 59.7% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.80. Pharos Energy's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 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 Pharos Energy (LSE:PHAR), the current EV-to-OCF is 2.34 as of Sep. 17, 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 Pharos Energy (LSE:PHAR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pharos Energy stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £0.30 is trading 56.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of £0.19. GuruFocus considers Pharos Energy to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:PHAR:

  • EV-to-OCF: 2.34 (21% below median its 10-year median of 2.95)
  • GF Value™: £0.19 vs. price of £0.30 (56.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 59.7% below the Oil & Gas median (#341 of 1019)

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


Pharos Energy Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 27/28 Eastcastle Street, Eastcastle House, London, GBR, W1W 8DH
Pharos Energy PLC is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company. Its principal business activity being oil and gas exploration and production. The Groups operations are located in South East Asia and Egypt. It derives maximum revenue from South East Asia segment.
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