Valterra Platinum (LSE:VALT) EV-to-OCF: 5.18 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 43% Below Median

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LSE:VALT Valterra Platinum Ltd LSE:VALT
78 GF Score
Price £55.65
GF Value £42.67
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Valterra Platinum EV-to-OCF?

Valterra Platinum LSE:VALT +1.37% 78 EV-to-OCF is 5.18 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 43% below its 10-year median of 9.13. GuruFocus rates LSE:VALT with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of £42.67 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,671 Metals & Mining companies, Valterra Platinum ranks worse than 82.07% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Valterra Platinum's Enterprise Value is £13,679 Mil. Valterra Platinum's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £2,642 Mil. Therefore, Valterra Platinum's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.18.

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

LSE:VALT' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.53   Med: 9.13   Max: 24.52
Current: 5.2

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Valterra Platinum was 24.52. The lowest was 2.53. And the median was 9.13.

LSE:VALT's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
82.07% of 2671 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -8.44 vs LSE:VALT: 5.20

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 (2026-08-02), Valterra Platinum's stock price is £55.65. Valterra Platinum's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £6.240. Therefore, Valterra Platinum's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 8.92.


Valterra Platinum  (LSE:VALT) 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.

Valterra Platinum's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=55.65/6.240
=8.92

Valterra Platinum's share price for today is £55.65.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Valterra Platinum's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £6.240.

* 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.


Valterra Platinum EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Valterra Platinum EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Valterra Platinum'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.

Valterra Platinum EV-to-OCF Chart

Valterra Platinum Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Valterra Platinum Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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 0.00 5.03 0.00 12.53 0.00

LSE:VALT vs HL, SIND: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Other Precious Metals & Mining subindustry, Valterra Platinum'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.


Valterra Platinum EV-to-OCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

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

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


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Valterra Platinum EV-to-OCF Calculation

Valterra Platinum's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=13678.653/2641.515
=5.18

Valterra Platinum's current Enterprise Value is £13,679 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Valterra Platinum's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was £2,642 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 5.18 mean?
Valterra Platinum (LSE:VALT) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.18 as of Aug. 02, 2026. This is 43% below median its historical median of 9.13. Over the past decade, Valterra Platinum's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.53 to 24.52. According to the industry distribution chart, Valterra Platinum ranks #2192 out of 2671 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 82.1%.
Is Valterra Platinum's EV-to-OCF too high?
Valterra Platinum's current EV-to-OCF of 5.18 is 43% below median its 10-year median of 9.13. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.53 to a high of 24.52. Based on the distribution chart, Valterra Platinum ranks #2192 out of 2671 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Valterra Platinum has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Valterra Platinum's EV-to-OCF compare to HL and SIND?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Valterra Platinum ranks #2192 out of 2671 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Valterra Platinum in the lower half of its industry. Historically, Valterra Platinum's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.53 to 24.52 over the past decade. 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. Valterra Platinum's current EV-to-OCF is 5.18, which is 43% below median its own 10-year median of 9.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Valterra Platinum stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valterra Platinum (LSE:VALT) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £42.67, compared to a current price of £55.65 — trading 30.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.18, which is 43% below median its 10-year median of 9.13. Valterra Platinum's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 4 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 Valterra Platinum (LSE:VALT), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.18 as of Aug. 02, 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 Valterra Platinum (LSE:VALT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Valterra Platinum stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £55.65 is trading 30.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of £42.67. GuruFocus considers Valterra Platinum to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:VALT:

  • EV-to-OCF: 5.18 (43% below median its 10-year median of 9.13)
  • GF Value™: £42.67 vs. price of £55.65 (30.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Valterra Platinum Business Description

Address 144 Oxford Road, Melrose, Rosebank, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2196
Valterra Platinum Ltd supplies platinum group metals (PGMs). It provides services across the value chain, including mining, recycling, and trading of metals. Its products include PGMs such as platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium, and ruthenium; base metals such as copper, nickel, cobalt sulphate, and chrome; and other by-products such as gold and sodium sulphate, with operations across different stages of production. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the sale of Platinum. Geographically, it generates the maximum revenue from Japan.
78GF Score

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