Schroder British Opportunities Trust (LSE:SBO) EV-to-OCF: -42.97 (As of Sep. 04, 2026)

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LSE:SBO Schroder British Opportunities Trust PLC LSE:SBO
21 GF Score
Price £0.67
GF Value £0.69
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Schroder British Opportunities Trust EV-to-OCF?

Schroder British Opportunities Trust LSE:SBO +0.76% 21 EV-to-OCF is -42.97 as of Sep. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates LSE:SBO with a GF Score™ of 21/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.69 (Fairly Valued). Among 1,504 Asset Management companies, Schroder British Opportunities Trust ranks better than 86.7% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Schroder British Opportunities Trust's Enterprise Value is £64.54 Mil. Schroder British Opportunities Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-1.50 Mil. Therefore, Schroder British Opportunities Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is -42.97.

The historical rank and industry rank for Schroder British Opportunities Trust's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

LSE:SBO' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -78.75   Med: -66.07   Max: -32.16
Current: -42.97

During the past 5 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Schroder British Opportunities Trust was -32.16. The lowest was -78.75. And the median was -66.07.

LSE:SBO's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
86.7% of 1504 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.62 vs LSE:SBO: -42.97

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 (2026-09-04), Schroder British Opportunities Trust's stock price is £0.665. Schroder British Opportunities Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-0.033. Therefore, Schroder British Opportunities Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Schroder British Opportunities Trust  (LSE:SBO) 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.

Schroder British Opportunities Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.665/-0.033
=At Loss

Schroder British Opportunities Trust's share price for today is £0.665.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Schroder British Opportunities Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-0.033.

* 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.


Schroder British Opportunities Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Schroder British Opportunities Trust EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Schroder British Opportunities Trust'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.

Schroder British Opportunities Trust EV-to-OCF Chart

Schroder British Opportunities Trust Annual Data
Trend Jun21 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
0.00 -64.75 -78.01 -49.52 -34.13

Schroder British Opportunities Trust Semi-Annual Data
Jun21 Dec21 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -78.01 0.00 -49.52 0.00 -34.13

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

For the Asset Management subindustry, Schroder British Opportunities Trust'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.


Schroder British Opportunities Trust EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Schroder British Opportunities Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Schroder British Opportunities Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.


LSE:SBO
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Schroder British Opportunities Trust EV-to-OCF Calculation

Schroder British Opportunities Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=64.540/-1.502
=-42.97

Schroder British Opportunities Trust's current Enterprise Value is £64.54 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Schroder British Opportunities Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £-1.50 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 -42.97 mean?
Schroder British Opportunities Trust (LSE:SBO) has a EV-to-OCF of -42.97 as of Sep. 04, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Schroder British Opportunities Trust ranks #200 out of 1504 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 13.3%.
Is Schroder British Opportunities Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
Schroder British Opportunities Trust's current EV-to-OCF is -42.97. Based on the distribution chart, Schroder British Opportunities Trust ranks #200 out of 1504 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Schroder British Opportunities Trust has a GF Score™ of 21/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Schroder British Opportunities Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Schroder British Opportunities Trust ranks #200 out of 1504 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Schroder British Opportunities Trust in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.62. 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 5.62, based on 1,504 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 5.62 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Schroder British Opportunities Trust's current EV-to-OCF is -42.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Schroder British Opportunities Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schroder British Opportunities Trust (LSE:SBO) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.69, compared to a current price of £0.67 — trading 3.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -42.97. Schroder British Opportunities Trust's overall GF Score™ is 21/100. 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 Schroder British Opportunities Trust (LSE:SBO), the current EV-to-OCF is -42.97 as of Sep. 04, 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 Schroder British Opportunities Trust (LSE:SBO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schroder British Opportunities Trust stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £0.67 is trading 3.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of £0.69. GuruFocus considers Schroder British Opportunities Trust to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:SBO:

  • EV-to-OCF: -42.97
  • GF Value™: £0.69 vs. price of £0.67 (3.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 21/100

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


Schroder British Opportunities Trust Business Description

Address 1 London Wall Place, London, GBR, EC2Y 5AU
Schroder British Opportunities Trust PLC is an asset management company. Its investment objective is to deliver long-term total returns throughout the company's life by investing in a diversified public equity and private equity portfolio of predominantly UK companies. Its portfolio predominantly consists of securities of UK companies from different sectors such as Software, IT services, Insurance, Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure, Health Care Technology, and others.
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