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The historical rank and industry rank for Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:LIF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.76 Med: 10.41 Max: 23.32
Current: 17.91
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Labrador Iron Ore Royalty was 23.32. The lowest was 3.76. And the median was 10.41.
TSX:LIF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 76.5% of 634
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 7.745
vs TSX:LIF: 17.91
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.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty (TSX:LIF) 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.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's share price for today is C$26.80.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty'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 C$1.200.
* 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.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty 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 Steel subindustry, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty'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.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty EV-to-OCF vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's current Enterprise Value is C$1,701.5 Mil.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty'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 C$95.4 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.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty (TSX:LIF) has a EV-to-OCF of 17.84 as of Aug. 18, 2026. This is 71% above median its historical median of 10.41. Over the past decade, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.76 to 23.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty ranks #485 out of 634 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 76.5%.
Is Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's EV-to-OCF too high?
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's current EV-to-OCF of 17.84 is 71% above median its 10-year median of 10.41. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.76 to a high of 23.32. The Steel industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.75. Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's value of 17.84 is 130.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty ranks #485 out of 634 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's EV-to-OCF compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty ranks #485 out of 634 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Labrador Iron Ore Royalty in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.75. Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's value of 17.84 is 130.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.76 to 23.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.41 vs. the industry median of 7.75, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty 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 a Steel company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Steel companies is 7.75, based on 634 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. Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's current EV-to-OCF of 17.84 is 130.3% 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 Steel industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's current EV-to-OCF is 17.84, which is 71% above median its own 10-year median of 10.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Labrador Iron Ore Royalty stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty (TSX:LIF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$23.86, compared to a current price of C$26.80 — trading 12.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 17.84, which is 71% above median its 10-year median of 10.41 and 130.3% above the Steel industry median of 7.75. Labrador Iron Ore Royalty's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Labrador Iron Ore Royalty (TSX:LIF), the current EV-to-OCF is 17.84 as of Aug. 18, 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 Labrador Iron Ore Royalty (TSX:LIF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$26.80 is trading 12.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$23.86.
GuruFocus considers Labrador Iron Ore Royalty to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:LIF:
EV-to-OCF: 17.84 (71% above median its 10-year median of 10.41)
GF Value™: C$23.86 vs. price of C$26.80 (12.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 130.3% above the Steel median (#485 of 634)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:LIF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, holds approximately fifteen percent interest in Iron Ore Company of Canada (IOC), a North American producer and exporter of iron ore pellets and high-grade concentrate. The company receives approximately seven percent gross overriding royalty on all iron ore products produced, sold, and shipped by IOC and some cents per tonne commission on all iron ore products produced and sold by IOC from the leased lands. Under normal circumstances, Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation pays cash dividends from the free cash flow generated from IOC to the maximum extent possible, subject to the maintenance of appropriate levels of working capital. The firm generates the majority of its revenue in the form of royalty income.
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