East West Banking (PHS:EW) EV-to-OCF: 4.49 (As of Jul. 16, 2026)

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PHS:EW East West Banking Corp PHS:EW
77 GF Score
Price ₱11.82
GF Value ₱13.78
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is East West Banking EV-to-OCF?

East West Banking PHS:EW -0.51% 77 EV-to-OCF is 4.49 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GuruFocus rates PHS:EW with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱13.78 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,502 Banks companies, East West Banking ranks worse than 53.79% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, East West Banking's Enterprise Value is ₱31,597 Mil. East West Banking's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱7,036 Mil. Therefore, East West Banking's EV-to-OCF for today is 4.49.

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

PHS:EW' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -64.8   Med: -0.57   Max: 5.21
Current: 4.56

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of East West Banking was 5.21. The lowest was -64.80. And the median was -0.57.

PHS:EW's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
53.79% of 1502 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 3.69 vs PHS:EW: 4.56

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 (2026-07-16), East West Banking's stock price is ₱11.82. East West Banking's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱4.100. Therefore, East West Banking's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 2.88.


East West Banking  (PHS:EW) 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.

East West Banking's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=11.82/4.100
=2.88

East West Banking's share price for today is ₱11.82.
East West Banking's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₱4.100.

* 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.


East West Banking EV-to-OCF Related Terms


East West Banking EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for East West Banking'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.

East West Banking EV-to-OCF Chart

East West Banking Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.03 0.70 0.46 0.69 -0.59

East West Banking Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 3.92 -54.79 -4.17 -0.59 4.87

East West Banking EV-to-OCF Competitor Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, East West Banking'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.


East West Banking EV-to-OCF vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, East West Banking's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where East West Banking's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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East West Banking EV-to-OCF Calculation

East West Banking's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=31596.873/7035.503
=4.49

East West Banking's current Enterprise Value is ₱31,597 Mil.
East West Banking's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₱7,036 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 4.49 mean?
East West Banking (PHS:EW) has a EV-to-OCF of 4.49 as of Jul. 16, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, East West Banking ranks #808 out of 1502 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 53.8%.
Is East West Banking's EV-to-OCF too high?
East West Banking's current EV-to-OCF is 4.49. The Banks industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.69. East West Banking's value of 4.49 is 21.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, East West Banking ranks #808 out of 1502 companies in the Banks industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, East West Banking has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does East West Banking's EV-to-OCF compare to competitors?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, East West Banking ranks #808 out of 1502 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places East West Banking in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.69. East West Banking's value of 4.49 is 21.7% above this benchmark. 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 Banks company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Banks companies is 3.69, based on 1,502 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. East West Banking's current EV-to-OCF of 4.49 is 21.7% 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 Banks industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 3.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. East West Banking's current EV-to-OCF is 4.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is East West Banking stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, East West Banking (PHS:EW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱13.78, compared to a current price of ₱11.82 — trading 14.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 4.49 and 21.7% above the Banks industry median of 3.69. East West Banking's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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 East West Banking (PHS:EW), the current EV-to-OCF is 4.49 as of Jul. 16, 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 East West Banking (PHS:EW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, East West Banking stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₱11.82 is trading 14.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱13.78. GuruFocus considers East West Banking to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:EW:

  • EV-to-OCF: 4.49
  • GF Value™: ₱13.78 vs. price of ₱11.82 (14.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 21.7% above the Banks median (#808 of 1502)

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


East West Banking Business Description

Address 5th Avenue Corner, 23rd Street, The Beaufort, Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, PHL, 1634
East West Banking Corporation is a commercial bank providing financial services in the Philippines. The bank generates all revenue domestically. The bank operates through four segments: the Retail banking segment offers traditional branch banking products and services such as deposits, back-to-back/emerging market loans, and other over-the-counter (OTC) transactions, the Corporate banking segment handles lending and trade financing for both large corporations and middle-market clients, the Consumer banking segment caters to loans for individuals, and Treasury and Trust segment consists of treasury and trust operations of the Group. The company derives a majority of its revenue from the Consumer banking segment.
77GF Score

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