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Plains AcquisitionPLQC 64 EV-to-OCF is 2.92 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 22% above its 10-year median of 2.40. GuruFocus rates PLQC with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $57.39 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,500 Banks companies, Plains Acquisition ranks better than 54.13% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Plains Acquisition's Enterprise Value is $51.54 Mil.
Plains Acquisition's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $17.66 Mil. Therefore, Plains Acquisition's EV-to-OCF for today is 2.92.
The historical rank and industry rank for Plains Acquisition's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
PLQC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.25 Med: 2.4 Max: 4.2
Current: 2.92
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Plains Acquisition was 4.20. The lowest was 0.25. And the median was 2.40.
PLQC's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 54.13% of 1500
companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 3.975
vs PLQC: 2.92
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.
Plains Acquisition's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Plains Acquisition's share price for today is $70.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Plains Acquisition's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $6.290.
* 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.
Plains Acquisition EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Plains Acquisition EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Plains Acquisition'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 Banks - Regional subindustry, Plains Acquisition'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.
Plains Acquisition EV-to-OCF vs Banks Industry
For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Plains Acquisition's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Plains Acquisition's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Plains Acquisition's current Enterprise Value is $51.54 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Plains Acquisition's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $17.66 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.
Plains Acquisition (PLQC) has a EV-to-OCF of 2.92 as of Jul. 31, 2026. This is 22% above median its historical median of 2.40. Over the past decade, Plains Acquisition's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.25 to 4.20. According to the industry distribution chart, Plains Acquisition ranks #688 out of 1500 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 45.9%.
Is Plains Acquisition's EV-to-OCF too high?
Plains Acquisition's current EV-to-OCF of 2.92 is 22% above median its 10-year median of 2.40. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.25 to a high of 4.20. The Banks industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.98. Plains Acquisition's value of 2.92 is 26.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Plains Acquisition ranks #688 out of 1500 companies in the Banks industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Plains Acquisition has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Plains Acquisition's EV-to-OCF compare to SBKO and MSWV?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Plains Acquisition ranks #688 out of 1500 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Plains Acquisition in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 3.98. Plains Acquisition's value of 2.92 is 26.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Plains Acquisition's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.25 to 4.20 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.40 vs. the industry median of 3.98, Plains Acquisition 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 a Banks company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Banks companies is 3.98, based on 1,500 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. Plains Acquisition's current EV-to-OCF of 2.92 is 26.5% 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 Banks industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 3.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Plains Acquisition's current EV-to-OCF is 2.92, which is 22% above median its own 10-year median of 2.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Plains Acquisition stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Plains Acquisition (PLQC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $57.39, compared to a current price of $70.00 — trading 22% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 2.92, which is 22% above median its 10-year median of 2.40 and 26.5% below the Banks industry median of 3.98. Plains Acquisition's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Plains Acquisition (PLQC), the current EV-to-OCF is 2.92 as of Jul. 31, 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 Plains Acquisition (PLQC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Plains Acquisition stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $70.00 is trading 22% above its estimated GF Value™ of $57.39.
GuruFocus considers Plains Acquisition to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for PLQC:
EV-to-OCF: 2.92 (22% above median its 10-year median of 2.40)
GF Value™: $57.39 vs. price of $70.00 (22% above fair value)
Industry Position: 26.5% below the Banks median (#688 of 1500)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PLQC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Plains Acquisition Corp is a United States-based bank holding company. It offers a full range of banking services. It provides loans to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals in its market area. The Bank operates full-service branch locations in Humble, Houston, Plains, Sugar Land, and Conroe, Texas, and limited-service branches or loan production offices in Houston and San Antonio, Texas.
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