Central Iron Ore (TSXV:CIO) EV-to-OCF: -14.39 (As of Aug. 16, 2026)

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What is Central Iron Ore EV-to-OCF?

Central Iron Ore TSXV:CIO EV-to-OCF is -14.39 as of Aug. 16, 2026. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,666 Metals & Mining companies, Central Iron Ore ranks better than 61.48% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Central Iron Ore's Enterprise Value is C$6.46 Mil. Central Iron Ore's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$-0.45 Mil. Therefore, Central Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF for today is -14.39.

The historical rank and industry rank for Central Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

TSXV:CIO' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -57.88   Med: -10.67   Max: 7
Current: -14.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Central Iron Ore was 7.00. The lowest was -57.88. And the median was -10.67.

TSXV:CIO's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
61.48% of 2666 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -8.815 vs TSXV:CIO: -14.39

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 (2026-08-16), Central Iron Ore's stock price is C$0.045. Central Iron Ore's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$-0.019. Therefore, Central Iron Ore's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Central Iron Ore  (TSXV:CIO) 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.

Central Iron Ore's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.045/-0.019
=At Loss

Central Iron Ore's share price for today is C$0.045.
Central Iron Ore's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$-0.019.

* 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.


Central Iron Ore EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Central Iron Ore EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Central Iron Ore'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.

Central Iron Ore EV-to-OCF Chart

Central Iron Ore Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -39.25 -10.16 -7.93 -11.68 -14.55

Central Iron Ore Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -15.29 -14.55 -21.96 -59.25 -21.24

TSXV:CIO vs NEM, AU: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Gold subindustry, Central Iron Ore'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.


Central Iron Ore EV-to-OCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Central Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Central Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF falls into.



Central Iron Ore EV-to-OCF Calculation

Central Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=6.459/-0.449
=-14.39

Central Iron Ore's current Enterprise Value is C$6.46 Mil.
Central Iron Ore's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$-0.45 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 -14.39 mean?
Central Iron Ore (TSXV:CIO) has a EV-to-OCF of -14.39 as of Aug. 16, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Iron Ore ranks #1027 out of 2666 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 38.5%.
Is Central Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF too high?
Central Iron Ore's current EV-to-OCF is -14.39. Based on the distribution chart, Central Iron Ore ranks #1027 out of 2666 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is above the industry midpoint.
How does Central Iron Ore's EV-to-OCF compare to NEM and AU?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Central Iron Ore ranks #1027 out of 2666 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Central Iron Ore in the upper half of its industry. 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. 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. Central Iron Ore's current EV-to-OCF is -14.39. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Iron Ore stock overvalued right now?
Central Iron Ore (TSXV:CIO) has a current EV-to-OCF of -14.39. The current EV-to-OCF is -14.39. 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 Central Iron Ore (TSXV:CIO), the current EV-to-OCF is -14.39 as of Aug. 16, 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.

Central Iron Ore Business Description

Address 49-51 York Street, Level 2, Suite 1, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
Central Iron Ore Ltd is a junior mineral exploration and development company. The firm engages in the exploration and development of gold projects in Western Australia. It holds interests in Red 5 Joint Venture, British King Gold Mine, South Darlot Joint Venture Project, and South Darlot Gold Project. The majority of the revenue is generated through management fees and Interest income. Geographically, it has presence in Australia and Canada.