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United Utilities GroupUUGRY -0.03%85 EV-to-OCF is 14.79 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 17.16. GuruFocus rates UUGRY with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $38.50 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 505 Utilities - Regulated companies, United Utilities Group ranks worse than 67.92% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, United Utilities Group's Enterprise Value is $27,441 Mil.
United Utilities Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,855 Mil. Therefore, United Utilities Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.79.
The historical rank and industry rank for United Utilities Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
UUGRY'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.34 Med: 17.16 Max: 21.9
Current: 14.79
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of United Utilities Group was 21.90. The lowest was 13.34. And the median was 17.16.
UUGRY's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 67.92% of 505
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.58
vs UUGRY: 14.79
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.
United Utilities Group (OTCPK:UUGRY) 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.
United Utilities Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
United Utilities Group's share price for today is $38.6592.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. United Utilities Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2.301.
* 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.
* 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 Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, United Utilities Group'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.
United Utilities Group EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, United Utilities Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where United Utilities Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
United Utilities Group's current Enterprise Value is $27,441 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. United Utilities Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,855 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.
United Utilities Group (UUGRY) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.79 as of Aug. 13, 2026. This is 14% below median its historical median of 17.16. Over the past decade, United Utilities Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.34 to 21.90. According to the industry distribution chart, United Utilities Group ranks #343 out of 505 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 67.9%.
Is United Utilities Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
United Utilities Group's current EV-to-OCF of 14.79 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 17.16. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.34 to a high of 21.90. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.58. United Utilities Group's value of 14.79 is 39.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, United Utilities Group ranks #343 out of 505 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, United Utilities Group has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United Utilities Group's EV-to-OCF compare to AWK and WTRG?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, United Utilities Group ranks #343 out of 505 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places United Utilities Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.58. United Utilities Group's value of 14.79 is 39.8% above this benchmark. Historically, United Utilities Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.34 to 21.90 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.16 vs. the industry median of 10.58, United Utilities Group 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.58, based on 505 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. United Utilities Group's current EV-to-OCF of 14.79 is 39.8% 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 Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.58 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. United Utilities Group's current EV-to-OCF is 14.79, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 17.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United Utilities Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Utilities Group (UUGRY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $38.50, compared to a current price of $38.66 — trading 0.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.79, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 17.16 and 39.8% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.58. United Utilities Group's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 7 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 United Utilities Group (UUGRY), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.79 as of Aug. 13, 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 United Utilities Group (UUGRY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Utilities Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $38.66 is trading 0.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $38.50.
GuruFocus considers United Utilities Group to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for UUGRY:
EV-to-OCF: 14.79 (14% below median its 10-year median of 17.16)
GF Value™: $38.50 vs. price of $38.66 (0.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 39.8% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#343 of 505)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UUGRY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
United Utilities Group is primarily a holding company for United Utilities Water, the country's largest regulated water and wastewater utility, serving customers in northwest England, including Manchester and Liverpool.
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