Puma Alpha VCT (LSE:PUAL) EV-to-OCF: -1,374.43 (As of Sep. 10, 2026)

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LSE:PUAL Puma Alpha VCT PLC LSE:PUAL
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What is Puma Alpha VCT EV-to-OCF?

Puma Alpha VCT LSE:PUAL 26 EV-to-OCF is -1,374.43 as of Sep. 10, 2026. GuruFocus rates LSE:PUAL with a GF Score™ of 26/100. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,495 Asset Management companies, Puma Alpha VCT ranks better than 99.4% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Puma Alpha VCT's Enterprise Value is £28.86 Mil. Puma Alpha VCT's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was £-0.02 Mil. Therefore, Puma Alpha VCT's EV-to-OCF for today is -1,374.43.

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

LSE:PUAL' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1413.72   Med: -19.24   Max: -10.84
Current: -1374.43

During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Puma Alpha VCT was -10.84. The lowest was -1413.72. And the median was -19.24.

LSE:PUAL's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
99.4% of 1495 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.41 vs LSE:PUAL: -1374.43

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 (2026-09-10), Puma Alpha VCT's stock price is £0.855. Puma Alpha VCT's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was £-0.110. Therefore, Puma Alpha VCT's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Puma Alpha VCT  (LSE:PUAL) 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.

Puma Alpha VCT's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.855/-0.110
=At Loss

Puma Alpha VCT's share price for today is £0.855.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Puma Alpha VCT's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was £-0.110.

* 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.


Puma Alpha VCT EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Puma Alpha VCT EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Puma Alpha VCT'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.

Puma Alpha VCT EV-to-OCF Chart

Puma Alpha VCT Annual Data
Trend Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -22.78 -15.13 -35.14 -13.94 -1,473.67

Puma Alpha VCT Semi-Annual Data
Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -35.14 0.00 -13.94 0.00 -1,473.67

LSE:PUAL vs BLK, BX, KKR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Puma Alpha VCT'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.


Puma Alpha VCT EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Puma Alpha VCT's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Puma Alpha VCT's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Puma Alpha VCT EV-to-OCF Calculation

Puma Alpha VCT's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=28.863/-0.021
=-1,374.43

Puma Alpha VCT's current Enterprise Value is £28.86 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Puma Alpha VCT's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was £-0.02 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 -1,374.43 mean?
Puma Alpha VCT (LSE:PUAL) has a EV-to-OCF of -1,374.43 as of Sep. 10, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Puma Alpha VCT ranks #9 out of 1495 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 0.59999999999999%.
Is Puma Alpha VCT's EV-to-OCF too high?
Puma Alpha VCT's current EV-to-OCF is -1,374.43. Based on the distribution chart, Puma Alpha VCT ranks #9 out of 1495 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Puma Alpha VCT has a GF Score™ of 26/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Puma Alpha VCT's EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Puma Alpha VCT ranks #9 out of 1495 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Puma Alpha VCT in the top 1% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.41. 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 5.41, based on 1,495 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 5.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Puma Alpha VCT's current EV-to-OCF is -1,374.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Puma Alpha VCT stock overvalued right now?
Puma Alpha VCT (LSE:PUAL) has a current EV-to-OCF of -1,374.43. The current EV-to-OCF is -1,374.43. Puma Alpha VCT's overall GF Score™ is 26/100 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 Puma Alpha VCT (LSE:PUAL), the current EV-to-OCF is -1,374.43 as of Sep. 10, 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.

Puma Alpha VCT Business Description

Address 57 St James\'s Street, Cassini House, London, GBR, SW1A 1LD
Puma Alpha VCT PLC is engaged in making investments in qualifying and non-qualifying holdings of shares or securities. The Company seeks to achieve its investment objective of proactively managing the assets of the fund with an emphasis on realising gains in the medium term and maximising distributions from capital gains and income generated from the Company's assets.
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