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Navigator HoldingsNVGS +2.55%86 EV-to-OCF is 10.31 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 33% below its 10-year median of 15.43. GuruFocus rates NVGS with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.56 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,027 Oil & Gas companies, Navigator Holdings ranks worse than 70.4% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Navigator Holdings's Enterprise Value is $1,996.5 Mil.
Navigator Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $193.7 Mil. Therefore, Navigator Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.31.
The historical rank and industry rank for Navigator Holdings's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
NVGS'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.21 Med: 15.43 Max: 30.57
Current: 10.31
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Navigator Holdings was 30.57. The lowest was 7.21. And the median was 15.43.
NVGS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 70.4% of 1027
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.74
vs NVGS: 10.31
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.
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.
Navigator Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Navigator Holdings's share price for today is $20.54.
Navigator Holdings'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 $2.170.
* 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.
Navigator Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Navigator Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Navigator Holdings'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.
For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, Navigator Holdings'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.
Navigator Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Navigator Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Navigator Holdings's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Navigator Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $1,996.5 Mil.
Navigator Holdings'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 $193.7 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.
Navigator Holdings (NVGS) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.31 as of Aug. 12, 2026. This is 33% below median its historical median of 15.43. Over the past decade, Navigator Holdings' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.21 to 30.57. According to the industry distribution chart, Navigator Holdings ranks #723 out of 1027 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 70.4%.
Is Navigator Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
Navigator Holdings' current EV-to-OCF of 10.31 is 33% below median its 10-year median of 15.43. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.21 to a high of 30.57. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.74. Navigator Holdings' value of 10.31 is 79.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Navigator Holdings ranks #723 out of 1027 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Navigator Holdings has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Navigator Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to PBT and NAT?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Navigator Holdings ranks #723 out of 1027 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Navigator Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.74. Navigator Holdings' value of 10.31 is 79.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Navigator Holdings' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.21 to 30.57 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.43 vs. the industry median of 5.74, Navigator Holdings has consistently been above 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 5.74, based on 1,027 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. Navigator Holdings's current EV-to-OCF of 10.31 is 79.6% above 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 5.74 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Navigator Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is 10.31, which is 33% below median its own 10-year median of 15.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Navigator Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Navigator Holdings (NVGS) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.56, compared to a current price of $20.54 — trading 5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.31, which is 33% below median its 10-year median of 15.43 and 79.6% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.74. Navigator Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 3 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 Navigator Holdings (NVGS), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.31 as of Aug. 12, 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 Navigator Holdings (NVGS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Navigator Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $20.54 is trading 5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.56.
GuruFocus considers Navigator Holdings to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for NVGS:
EV-to-OCF: 10.31 (33% below median its 10-year median of 15.43)
GF Value™: $19.56 vs. price of $20.54 (5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 79.6% above the Oil & Gas median (#723 of 1027)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NVGS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Navigator Holdings Ltd owns and operates liquefied gas carriers, which include a fleet of handysize liquefied gas carriers. The company also owns a share in an ethylene export marine terminal at Morgan's Point, Texas on the Houston Ship Channel (the Ethylene Export Terminal) through a joint venture (the Export Terminal Joint Venture). The company plays a vital role in the globalised liquefied gas supply chain, providing gas transportation solutions for energy companies, industrial users, and commodity traders.
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