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Paramount ResourcesTSX:POU -2.08%61 EV-to-OCF is 9.76 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 27% above its 10-year median of 7.71. GuruFocus rates TSX:POU with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of C$12.93 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,023 Oil & Gas companies, Paramount Resources ranks worse than 69.89% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Paramount Resources's Enterprise Value is C$3,744.7 Mil.
Paramount Resources's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$383.6 Mil. Therefore, Paramount Resources's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.76.
The historical rank and industry rank for Paramount Resources's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:POU'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -153.33 Med: 7.71 Max: 55.45
Current: 9.76
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Paramount Resources was 55.45. The lowest was -153.33. And the median was 7.71.
TSX:POU's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 69.89% of 1023
companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 5.65
vs TSX:POU: 9.76
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.
Paramount Resources's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Paramount Resources's share price for today is C$30.10.
Paramount Resources'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 C$0.340.
* 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.
Paramount Resources EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Paramount Resources EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Paramount Resources'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 Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Paramount Resources'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.
Paramount Resources EV-to-OCF vs Oil & Gas Industry
For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Paramount Resources's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Paramount Resources's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Paramount Resources's current Enterprise Value is C$3,744.7 Mil.
Paramount Resources'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 C$383.6 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.
Paramount Resources (TSX:POU) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.76 as of Aug. 08, 2026. This is 27% above median its historical median of 7.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Paramount Resources ranks #715 out of 1023 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 69.9%.
Is Paramount Resources' EV-to-OCF too high?
Paramount Resources' current EV-to-OCF of 9.76 is 27% above median its 10-year median of 7.71. The Oil & Gas industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.65. Paramount Resources' value of 9.76 is 72.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Paramount Resources ranks #715 out of 1023 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Paramount Resources has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Paramount Resources' EV-to-OCF compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Paramount Resources ranks #715 out of 1023 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Paramount Resources in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.65. Paramount Resources' value of 9.76 is 72.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.71 vs. the industry median of 5.65, Paramount Resources 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 an Oil & Gas company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Oil & Gas companies is 5.65, based on 1,023 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. Paramount Resources's current EV-to-OCF of 9.76 is 72.7% 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 Oil & Gas industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.65 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Paramount Resources's current EV-to-OCF is 9.76, which is 27% above median its own 10-year median of 7.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Paramount Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paramount Resources (TSX:POU) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$12.93, compared to a current price of C$30.10 — trading 132.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.76, which is 27% above median its 10-year median of 7.71 and 72.7% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 5.65. Paramount Resources' overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 11 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 Paramount Resources (TSX:POU), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.76 as of Aug. 08, 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 Paramount Resources (TSX:POU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paramount Resources stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$30.10 is trading 132.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$12.93.
GuruFocus considers Paramount Resources to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:POU:
EV-to-OCF: 9.76 (27% above median its 10-year median of 7.71)
GF Value™: C$12.93 vs. price of C$30.10 (132.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 72.7% above the Oil & Gas median (#715 of 1023)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:POU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Paramount Resources Ltd is a Canadian energy company that explores and develops both conventional and unconventional petroleum and natural gas. The company explores for and develops both conventional and unconventional petroleum and natural gas, including longer-term strategic exploration and pre-development plays, and holds a portfolio of investments in other entities. Its primary focus in the Grande Prairie Region is its Karr and Wapiti Montney properties Region includes the Kaybob North Duvernay development and other natural gas and oil-producing properties. The Central Alberta and Other Region includes the Willesden Green Duvernay development in central Alberta and shale gas properties in the Horn River Basin and Liard Basin in northeast British Columbia.
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