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The historical rank and industry rank for Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
PHS:MB'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -160.23 Med: -11.03 Max: 600.91
Current: -18.04
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Manila Bulletin Publishing was 600.91. The lowest was -160.23. And the median was -11.03.
PHS:MB's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 87.23% of 1018
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 4.895
vs PHS:MB: -18.04
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.
Manila Bulletin Publishing's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Manila Bulletin Publishing's share price for today is ₱0.182.
Manila Bulletin Publishing'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 ₱0.024.
* 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.
Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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 Publishing subindustry, Manila Bulletin Publishing'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.
Manila Bulletin Publishing EV-to-OCF vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Manila Bulletin Publishing's current Enterprise Value is ₱2,137.1 Mil.
Manila Bulletin Publishing'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 ₱-118.5 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.
Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) has a EV-to-OCF of -18.04 as of Aug. 10, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #130 out of 1018 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 12.8%.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-OCF too high?
Manila Bulletin Publishing's current EV-to-OCF is -18.04. Based on the distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #130 out of 1018 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Manila Bulletin Publishing has a GF Score™ of 41/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manila Bulletin Publishing's EV-to-OCF compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Manila Bulletin Publishing ranks #130 out of 1018 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Manila Bulletin Publishing in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.90. 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Media - Diversified companies is 4.90, based on 1,018 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 Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Manila Bulletin Publishing's current EV-to-OCF is -18.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.17, compared to a current price of ₱0.18 — trading 7.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -18.04. Manila Bulletin Publishing's overall GF Score™ is 41/100 with 5 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 Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB), the current EV-to-OCF is -18.04 as of Aug. 10, 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 Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₱0.18 is trading 7.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.17.
GuruFocus considers Manila Bulletin Publishing to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:MB:
EV-to-OCF: -18.04
GF Value™: ₱0.17 vs. price of ₱0.18 (7.1% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:MB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Manila Bulletin Publishing Corp mainly engaged in the publication, distribution, and advertising of news, magazines, and digital content. The company operates in the fields of journalism, publishing, advertising, and digital media. Its activities are Publishing and Printing: Producing and distributing content and news through print media, including newspapers and magazines, and through online platforms, extending the reach of its publications., and Advertising Services: Offering advertising solutions across its print, digital, and other media platforms for businesses and brands. Its services are Advertising Services, Subscription Services, Digital Content and Platforms, Special Projects & Partnerships. Its brands are Manila Bulletin, Tempo, Balita, Liwayway, Bannawag, etc.
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