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Accel EntertainmentACEL -0.76%88 EV-to-OCF is 8.59 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 9.94. GuruFocus rates ACEL with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.83 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 854 Travel & Leisure companies, Accel Entertainment ranks better than 52.93% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Accel Entertainment's Enterprise Value is $1,281 Mil.
Accel Entertainment's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $149 Mil. Therefore, Accel Entertainment's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.59.
The historical rank and industry rank for Accel Entertainment's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ACEL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -362.19 Med: 9.94 Max: 604.91
Current: 8.59
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Accel Entertainment was 604.91. The lowest was -362.19. And the median was 9.94.
ACEL's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 52.93% of 854
companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 9.245
vs ACEL: 8.59
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.
Accel Entertainment (NYSE:ACEL) 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.
Accel Entertainment's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Accel Entertainment's share price for today is $11.81.
Accel Entertainment'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 $0.670.
* 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.
Accel Entertainment EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Accel Entertainment EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Accel Entertainment'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 Gambling subindustry, Accel Entertainment'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.
Accel Entertainment EV-to-OCF vs Travel & Leisure Industry
For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Accel Entertainment's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Accel Entertainment's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Accel Entertainment's current Enterprise Value is $1,281 Mil.
Accel Entertainment'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 $149 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.
Accel Entertainment (ACEL) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.59 as of Aug. 27, 2026. This is 14% below median its historical median of 9.94. According to the industry distribution chart, Accel Entertainment ranks #402 out of 854 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 47.1%.
Is Accel Entertainment's EV-to-OCF too high?
Accel Entertainment's current EV-to-OCF of 8.59 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 9.94. The Travel & Leisure industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.25. Accel Entertainment's value of 8.59 is 7.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Accel Entertainment ranks #402 out of 854 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Accel Entertainment has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Accel Entertainment's EV-to-OCF compare to CDRO and INSE?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Accel Entertainment ranks #402 out of 854 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Accel Entertainment in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.25. Accel Entertainment's value of 8.59 is 7.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.94 vs. the industry median of 9.25, Accel Entertainment has consistently been below 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Travel & Leisure companies is 9.25, based on 854 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. Accel Entertainment's current EV-to-OCF of 8.59 is 7.1% below 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 Travel & Leisure industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Accel Entertainment's current EV-to-OCF is 8.59, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 9.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Accel Entertainment stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Accel Entertainment (ACEL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.83, compared to a current price of $11.81 — trading 8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.59, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 9.94 and 7.1% below the Travel & Leisure industry median of 9.25. Accel Entertainment's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 6 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 Accel Entertainment (ACEL), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.59 as of Aug. 27, 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 Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Accel Entertainment stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $11.81 is trading 8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.83.
GuruFocus considers Accel Entertainment to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for ACEL:
EV-to-OCF: 8.59 (14% below median its 10-year median of 9.94)
GF Value™: $12.83 vs. price of $11.81 (8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 7.1% below the Travel & Leisure median (#402 of 854)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ACEL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Accel Entertainment Inc is a distributed gaming and local entertainment operator in the United States. It is engaged in the installation, maintenance, operation, and servicing of gaming terminals and related equipment, redemption devices that disburse winnings and contain automated teller machine (ATM) functionality, and amusement devices in authorized non-casino locations such as restaurants, bars, convenience stores, liquor stores, truck stops, and grocery stores. The Company also operates stand-alone ATMs in gaming and non-gaming locations. It generates revenue from Net gaming, Amusement, Manufacturing, ATM fees, and others.
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