Adeia (ADEA) EV-to-OCF: 16.66 (As of Sep. 07, 2026) — 123% Above Median

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Price $26.50
GF Value $15.51
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Adeia EV-to-OCF?

Adeia ADEA +4.04% 61 EV-to-OCF is 16.66 as of Sep. 07, 2026, which is 123% above its 10-year median of 7.48. GuruFocus rates ADEA with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $15.51 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,871 Software companies, Adeia ranks worse than 73.21% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Adeia's Enterprise Value is $3,180.6 Mil. Adeia's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $191.0 Mil. Therefore, Adeia's EV-to-OCF for today is 16.66.

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

ADEA' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.29   Med: 7.48   Max: 25.42
Current: 16.66

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Adeia was 25.42. The lowest was 2.29. And the median was 7.48.

ADEA's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
73.21% of 2871 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 6.9 vs ADEA: 16.66

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 (2026-09-07), Adeia's stock price is $26.50. Adeia's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1.080. Therefore, Adeia's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 24.54.


Adeia  (NAS:ADEA) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=26.50/1.080
=24.54

Adeia's share price for today is $26.50.
Adeia'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 $1.080.

* 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.


Adeia EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Adeia EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Adeia'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.

Adeia EV-to-OCF Chart

Adeia Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Adeia 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 9.34 10.57 13.73 18.40 20.37

ADEA vs ALRM, BTDR, GRND: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Adeia'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.


Adeia EV-to-OCF vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Adeia's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Adeia EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3180.605/190.952
=16.66

Adeia's current Enterprise Value is $3,180.6 Mil.
Adeia'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 $191.0 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 16.66 mean?
Adeia (ADEA) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.66 as of Sep. 07, 2026. This is 123% above median its historical median of 7.48. Over the past decade, Adeia's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.29 to 25.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Adeia ranks #2102 out of 2871 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 73.2%.
Is Adeia's EV-to-OCF too high?
Adeia's current EV-to-OCF of 16.66 is 123% above median its 10-year median of 7.48. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.29 to a high of 25.42. The Software industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.90. Adeia's value of 16.66 is 141.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Adeia ranks #2102 out of 2871 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Adeia has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Adeia's EV-to-OCF compare to ALRM and BTDR?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Adeia ranks #2102 out of 2871 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Adeia in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.90. Adeia's value of 16.66 is 141.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Adeia's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.29 to 25.42 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.48 vs. the industry median of 6.90, Adeia 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 a Software company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Software companies is 6.90, based on 2,871 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. Adeia's current EV-to-OCF of 16.66 is 141.4% 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 Software industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Adeia's current EV-to-OCF is 16.66, which is 123% above median its own 10-year median of 7.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Adeia stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adeia (ADEA) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $15.51, compared to a current price of $26.50 — trading 70.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.66, which is 123% above median its 10-year median of 7.48 and 141.4% above the Software industry median of 6.90. Adeia's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 2 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 Adeia (ADEA), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.66 as of Sep. 07, 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 Adeia (ADEA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Adeia stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $26.50 is trading 70.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $15.51. GuruFocus considers Adeia to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ADEA:

  • EV-to-OCF: 16.66 (123% above median its 10-year median of 7.48)
  • GF Value™: $15.51 vs. price of $26.50 (70.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 141.4% above the Software median (#2102 of 2871)

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


Adeia Business Description

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Adeia Inc is a consumer and entertainment product/solutions licensing company. It's the only operating segment, being Intellectual Property (IP) Licensing. In the IP segment, the company licenses innovations to companies in the broader entertainment industry and those developing new technologies that will help drive this industry forward. It includes Pay-TV, Consumer Electronics, Connected Car, and Media Platform.
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