Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.
Lotus Creek ExplorationLTCEF -1.41%16 EV-to-OCF is 3.77 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 45% below its 10-year median of 6.91. GuruFocus rates LTCEF with a GF Score™ of 16/100. Among 1,023 Oil & Gas companies, Lotus Creek Exploration ranks better than 52.1% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Lotus Creek Exploration's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
LTCEF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.62 Med: 6.91 Max: 12.07
Current: 5.22
During the past 2 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Lotus Creek Exploration was 12.07. The lowest was 4.62. And the median was 6.91.
LTCEF's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 52.1% of 1023
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.64
vs LTCEF: 5.22
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.
Lotus Creek Exploration (OTCPK:LTCEF) 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.
Lotus Creek Exploration's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Lotus Creek Exploration's share price for today is $2.63.
Lotus Creek Exploration's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which 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.
* 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.
For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Lotus Creek 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.
Lotus Creek Exploration EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Lotus Creek Exploration's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Lotus Creek Exploration's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Lotus Creek Exploration's current Enterprise Value is $105.05 Mil.
Lotus Creek Exploration's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $27.90 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.
Lotus Creek Exploration (LTCEF) has a EV-to-OCF of 3.77 as of Aug. 29, 2026. This is 45% below median its historical median of 6.91. Over the past decade, Lotus Creek Exploration's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.62 to 12.07. According to the industry distribution chart, Lotus Creek Exploration ranks #490 out of 1023 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 47.9%.
Is Lotus Creek Exploration's EV-to-OCF too high?
Lotus Creek Exploration's current EV-to-OCF of 3.77 is 45% below median its 10-year median of 6.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.62 to a high of 12.07. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.64. Lotus Creek Exploration's value of 3.77 is 33.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lotus Creek Exploration ranks #490 out of 1023 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Lotus Creek Exploration has a GF Score™ of 16/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lotus Creek Exploration's EV-to-OCF compare to ?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Lotus Creek Exploration ranks #490 out of 1023 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Lotus Creek Exploration in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.64. Lotus Creek Exploration's value of 3.77 is 33.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Lotus Creek Exploration's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.62 to 12.07 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.91 vs. the industry median of 5.64, Lotus Creek Exploration 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 5.64, based on 1,023 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. Lotus Creek Exploration's current EV-to-OCF of 3.77 is 33.2% 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 5.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lotus Creek Exploration's current EV-to-OCF is 3.77, which is 45% below median its own 10-year median of 6.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lotus Creek Exploration stock overvalued right now?
Lotus Creek Exploration (LTCEF) has a current EV-to-OCF of 3.77. The current EV-to-OCF is 3.77, which is 45% below median its 10-year median of 6.91 and 33.2% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.64. Lotus Creek Exploration's overall GF Score™ is 16/100. 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 Lotus Creek Exploration (LTCEF), the current EV-to-OCF is 3.77 as of Aug. 29, 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.
Lotus Creek Exploration Inc is a high torque, organic growth, Canadian junior oil and gas exploration company engaged in the business of acquiring, developing and holding interests in petroleum and natural gas properties and assets. Its core Areas are Central Alberta, SE Saskatchewan and Tucker Lake. It derives maximum revenue from sale of petroleum, natural gas, and natural gas liquids(NGL).
16GF Score
Get the complete analysis for LTCEF
EV-to-OCF is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.
Quick Browse
Personalize
Premium Gurus 
Create New Portfolio
LTCEF has been successfully added to your 
