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AMETEKAME -1.93%98 EV-to-OCF is 29.94 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 28% above its 10-year median of 23.35. GuruFocus rates AME with a GF Score™ of 98/100 and a GF Value™ of $210.71 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,075 Industrial Products companies, AMETEK ranks worse than 74.18% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, AMETEK's Enterprise Value is $58,689 Mil.
AMETEK's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,960 Mil. Therefore, AMETEK's EV-to-OCF for today is 29.94.
The historical rank and industry rank for AMETEK's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
AME'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.25 Med: 23.35 Max: 33.8
Current: 29.94
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of AMETEK was 33.80. The lowest was 15.25. And the median was 23.35.
AME's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 74.18% of 3075
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 12.05
vs AME: 29.94
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 (2026-08-18), AMETEK's stock price is $249.27.
AMETEK's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $6.840. Therefore, AMETEK's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 36.44.
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.
AMETEK's share price for today is $249.27.
AMETEK'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 $6.840.
* 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.
AMETEK EV-to-OCF Related Terms
AMETEK EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for AMETEK'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 Industrial Machinery subindustry, AMETEK'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.
AMETEK EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, AMETEK's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where AMETEK's EV-to-OCF falls into.
AMETEK's current Enterprise Value is $58,689 Mil.
AMETEK'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 $1,960 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.
AMETEK (AME) has a EV-to-OCF of 29.94 as of Aug. 18, 2026. This is 28% above median its historical median of 23.35. Over the past decade, AMETEK's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.25 to 33.80. According to the industry distribution chart, AMETEK ranks #2281 out of 3075 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 74.2%.
Is AMETEK's EV-to-OCF too high?
AMETEK's current EV-to-OCF of 29.94 is 28% above median its 10-year median of 23.35. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.25 to a high of 33.80. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 12.05. AMETEK's value of 29.94 is 148.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, AMETEK ranks #2281 out of 3075 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, AMETEK has a GF Score™ of 98/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AMETEK's EV-to-OCF compare to ROK and IR?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, AMETEK ranks #2281 out of 3075 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places AMETEK in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 12.05. AMETEK's value of 29.94 is 148.5% above this benchmark. Historically, AMETEK's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.25 to 33.80 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.35 vs. the industry median of 12.05, AMETEK 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 12.05, based on 3,075 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. AMETEK's current EV-to-OCF of 29.94 is 148.5% 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 12.05 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. AMETEK's current EV-to-OCF is 29.94, which is 28% above median its own 10-year median of 23.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AMETEK stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AMETEK (AME) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $210.71, compared to a current price of $249.27 — trading 18.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 29.94, which is 28% above median its 10-year median of 23.35 and 148.5% above the Industrial Products industry median of 12.05. AMETEK's overall GF Score™ is 98/100 with 5 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 AMETEK (AME), the current EV-to-OCF is 29.94 as of Aug. 18, 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 AMETEK (AME) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AMETEK stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $249.27 is trading 18.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $210.71.
GuruFocus considers AMETEK to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for AME:
EV-to-OCF: 29.94 (28% above median its 10-year median of 23.35)
GF Value™: $210.71 vs. price of $249.27 (18.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 148.5% above the Industrial Products median (#2281 of 3075)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AME stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded in 1930 and transformed over the decades through the acquisition of dozens of esteemed brands, Ametek owns more than 40 autonomous industrial businesses operating across research, aerospace, energy, medical, and manufacturing. Ametek segments its business into two operating groups: the electronic instruments group and the electromechanical group. The EIG sells a broad portfolio of analytical, test, and measurement instruments, while the EMG sells highly engineered components, interconnects, and specialty metals. The company emphasizes product differentiation and market leadership in the niche markets it operates in.
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