ACCO (ACCO Brands) EV-to-OCF: 18.44 (As of Aug. 29, 2026) — 56% Above Median

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ACCO ACCO Brands Corp ACCO
66 GF Score
Price $4.29
GF Value $4.20
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is ACCO Brands EV-to-OCF?

ACCO Brands ACCO 66 EV-to-OCF is 18.44 as of Aug. 29, 2026, which is 56% above its 10-year median of 11.79. GuruFocus rates ACCO with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.20 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,086 Industrial Products companies, ACCO Brands ranks worse than 62.09% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, ACCO Brands's Enterprise Value is $1,296 Mil. ACCO Brands's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $70 Mil. Therefore, ACCO Brands's EV-to-OCF for today is 18.44.

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

ACCO' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.77   Med: 11.79   Max: 26.26
Current: 18.44

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of ACCO Brands was 26.26. The lowest was 5.77. And the median was 11.79.

ACCO's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
62.09% of 3086 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.365 vs ACCO: 18.44

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 (2026-08-29), ACCO Brands's stock price is $4.29. ACCO Brands's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $0.620. Therefore, ACCO Brands's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 6.92.


ACCO Brands  (NYSE:ACCO) 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.

ACCO Brands's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4.29/0.620
=6.92

ACCO Brands's share price for today is $4.29.
ACCO Brands'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 $0.620.

* 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.


ACCO Brands EV-to-OCF Related Terms


ACCO Brands EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ACCO Brands'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.

ACCO Brands EV-to-OCF Chart

ACCO Brands Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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ACCO Brands Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 11.26 13.65 17.36 17.04 18.27

ACCO vs XRX, ACTG, EBF: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Business Equipment & Supplies subindustry, ACCO Brands'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.


ACCO Brands EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, ACCO Brands's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ACCO Brands's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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ACCO Brands EV-to-OCF Calculation

ACCO Brands's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1296.099/70.3
=18.44

ACCO Brands's current Enterprise Value is $1,296 Mil.
ACCO Brands'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 $70 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 18.44 mean?
ACCO Brands (ACCO) has a EV-to-OCF of 18.44 as of Aug. 29, 2026. This is 56% above median its historical median of 11.79. Over the past decade, ACCO Brands' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.77 to 26.26. According to the industry distribution chart, ACCO Brands ranks #1916 out of 3086 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 62.1%.
Is ACCO Brands' EV-to-OCF too high?
ACCO Brands' current EV-to-OCF of 18.44 is 56% above median its 10-year median of 11.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.77 to a high of 26.26. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.37. ACCO Brands' value of 18.44 is 62.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ACCO Brands ranks #1916 out of 3086 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, ACCO Brands has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ACCO Brands' EV-to-OCF compare to XRX and ACTG?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, ACCO Brands ranks #1916 out of 3086 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places ACCO Brands in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.37. ACCO Brands' value of 18.44 is 62.3% above this benchmark. Historically, ACCO Brands' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.77 to 26.26 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.79 vs. the industry median of 11.37, ACCO Brands 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 Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Products companies is 11.37, based on 3,086 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. ACCO Brands's current EV-to-OCF of 18.44 is 62.3% 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 Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ACCO Brands's current EV-to-OCF is 18.44, which is 56% above median its own 10-year median of 11.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ACCO Brands stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ACCO Brands (ACCO) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.20, compared to a current price of $4.29 — trading 2.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 18.44, which is 56% above median its 10-year median of 11.79 and 62.3% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.37. ACCO Brands' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 ACCO Brands (ACCO), the current EV-to-OCF is 18.44 as of Aug. 29, 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 ACCO Brands (ACCO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ACCO Brands stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $4.29 is trading 2.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $4.20. GuruFocus considers ACCO Brands to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ACCO:

  • EV-to-OCF: 18.44 (56% above median its 10-year median of 11.79)
  • GF Value™: $4.20 vs. price of $4.29 (2.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 62.3% above the Industrial Products median (#1916 of 3086)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ACCO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


ACCO Brands Business Description

Other Exchanges A3B:Germany
Address Four Corporate Drive, Lake Zurich, IL, USA, 60047
ACCO Brands Corp is a consumer, technology and business branded products company providing brands and product solutions used in schools, homes and at work. Its brands include At-A-Glance, Barrilito, Buro, Esselte, Five Star, Foroni, GBC, Hilroy, Kensington, Leitz, Mead, PowerA, Quartet, Rapid, Swingline and Tilibra. The Company's product categories include gaming and computer accessories, storage and organization, notebooks, shredding, laminating and binding machines, dry erase boards and do-it-yourself tools. The Company operates through two segments, Americas and International. Americas includes the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico and Chile, and International includes EMEA, Australia, New Zealand and Asia. Its products are sold in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Brazil and Mexico.
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