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Akzo Nobel NVAKZOF 75 EV-to-OCF is 15.55 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 17% below its 10-year median of 18.79. GuruFocus rates AKZOF with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $63.94 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Chemicals companies, Akzo Nobel NV ranks worse than 61.37% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Akzo Nobel NV's Enterprise Value is $15,957 Mil.
Akzo Nobel NV's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,026 Mil. Therefore, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-OCF for today is 15.55.
The historical rank and industry rank for Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
AKZOF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -190.37 Med: 18.79 Max: 1496.51
Current: 15.57
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Akzo Nobel NV was 1496.51. The lowest was -190.37. And the median was 18.79.
AKZOF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 61.37% of 1610
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 10.98
vs AKZOF: 15.57
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.
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.
Akzo Nobel NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Akzo Nobel NV's share price for today is $67.50.
Akzo Nobel NV'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 $4.306.
* 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.
Akzo Nobel NV EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Akzo Nobel NV EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Akzo Nobel NV'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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Akzo Nobel NV'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.
Akzo Nobel NV EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Akzo Nobel NV's current Enterprise Value is $15,957 Mil.
Akzo Nobel NV'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 $1,026 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.
Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF) has a EV-to-OCF of 15.55 as of Aug. 25, 2026. This is 17% below median its historical median of 18.79. According to the industry distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #988 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 61.4%.
Is Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-OCF too high?
Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-OCF of 15.55 is 17% below median its 10-year median of 18.79. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.98. Akzo Nobel NV's value of 15.55 is 41.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #988 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Akzo Nobel NV has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Akzo Nobel NV's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Akzo Nobel NV ranks #988 out of 1610 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Akzo Nobel NV in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.98. Akzo Nobel NV's value of 15.55 is 41.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.79 vs. the industry median of 10.98, Akzo Nobel NV 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 10.98, based on 1,610 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. Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-OCF of 15.55 is 41.6% 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 Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Akzo Nobel NV's current EV-to-OCF is 15.55, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 18.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Akzo Nobel NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $63.94, compared to a current price of $67.50 — trading 5.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 15.55, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 18.79 and 41.6% above the Chemicals industry median of 10.98. Akzo Nobel NV's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 9 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 Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF), the current EV-to-OCF is 15.55 as of Aug. 25, 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 Akzo Nobel NV (AKZOF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akzo Nobel NV stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $67.50 is trading 5.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $63.94.
GuruFocus considers Akzo Nobel NV to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for AKZOF:
EV-to-OCF: 15.55 (17% below median its 10-year median of 18.79)
GF Value™: $63.94 vs. price of $67.50 (5.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 41.6% above the Chemicals median (#988 of 1610)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AKZOF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AkzoNobel is the world's third-largest paints and coatings producer, with its largest market being Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, which accounted for roughly 48% of revenue in 2025. The company operates through two segments: decorative paints, which focuses on architectural interior and exterior coatings, and performance coatings, which serves industrial end markets such as automotive refinish, aerospace, and marine and protective applications.
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