PSBD (Palmer Square Capital BDC) EV-to-OCF: 4.28 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 41% Below Median

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What is Palmer Square Capital BDC EV-to-OCF?

Palmer Square Capital BDC PSBD 12 EV-to-OCF is 4.28 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 41% below its 10-year median of 7.20. GuruFocus rates PSBD with a GF Score™ of 12/100. Among 1,500 Asset Management companies, Palmer Square Capital BDC ranks better than 53.8% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Palmer Square Capital BDC's Enterprise Value is $529.31 Mil. Palmer Square Capital BDC's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $123.57 Mil. Therefore, Palmer Square Capital BDC's EV-to-OCF for today is 4.28.

The historical rank and industry rank for Palmer Square Capital BDC's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

PSBD' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -6.59   Med: 7.2   Max: 60.43
Current: 4.28

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Palmer Square Capital BDC was 60.43. The lowest was -6.59. And the median was 7.20.

PSBD's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
53.8% of 1500 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.945 vs PSBD: 4.28

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 (2026-08-12), Palmer Square Capital BDC's stock price is $10.45. Palmer Square Capital BDC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-0.990. Therefore, Palmer Square Capital BDC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Palmer Square Capital BDC  (NYSE:PSBD) 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.

Palmer Square Capital BDC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=10.45/-0.990
=At Loss

Palmer Square Capital BDC's share price for today is $10.45.
Palmer Square Capital BDC'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 $-0.990.

* 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.


Palmer Square Capital BDC EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Palmer Square Capital BDC EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Palmer Square Capital BDC'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.

Palmer Square Capital BDC EV-to-OCF Chart

Palmer Square Capital BDC Annual Data
Trend Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Palmer Square Capital BDC Quarterly Data
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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 9.56 8.18 6.81 7.01 8.23

PSBD vs ARDC, CION, OIA: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Palmer Square Capital BDC'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.


Palmer Square Capital BDC EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Palmer Square Capital BDC's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Palmer Square Capital BDC's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Palmer Square Capital BDC EV-to-OCF Calculation

Palmer Square Capital BDC's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=529.308/123.572
=4.28

Palmer Square Capital BDC's current Enterprise Value is $529.31 Mil.
Palmer Square Capital BDC'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 $123.57 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 4.28 mean?
Palmer Square Capital BDC (PSBD) has a EV-to-OCF of 4.28 as of Aug. 12, 2026. This is 41% below median its historical median of 7.20. According to the industry distribution chart, Palmer Square Capital BDC ranks #693 out of 1500 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 46.2%.
Is Palmer Square Capital BDC's EV-to-OCF too high?
Palmer Square Capital BDC's current EV-to-OCF of 4.28 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 7.20. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Palmer Square Capital BDC's value of 4.28 is 28% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Palmer Square Capital BDC ranks #693 out of 1500 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Palmer Square Capital BDC has a GF Score™ of 12/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Palmer Square Capital BDC's EV-to-OCF compare to ARDC and CION?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Palmer Square Capital BDC ranks #693 out of 1500 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Palmer Square Capital BDC in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. Palmer Square Capital BDC's value of 4.28 is 28% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.20 vs. the industry median of 5.95, Palmer Square Capital BDC 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 5.95, 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. Palmer Square Capital BDC's current EV-to-OCF of 4.28 is 28% 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Palmer Square Capital BDC's current EV-to-OCF is 4.28, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 7.20. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Palmer Square Capital BDC stock overvalued right now?
Palmer Square Capital BDC (PSBD) has a current EV-to-OCF of 4.28. The current EV-to-OCF is 4.28, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 7.20 and 28% below the Asset Management industry median of 5.95. Palmer Square Capital BDC's overall GF Score™ is 12/100. 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 Palmer Square Capital BDC (PSBD), the current EV-to-OCF is 4.28 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.

Palmer Square Capital BDC Business Description

Address 1900 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 315, Mission Woods, KS, USA, 66205
Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc is a financial services company that lends to and invests in corporate debt securities of companies, including small to large private U.S. companies. Their investment objective is to maximize total return, comprised of current income and capital appreciation.
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