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Axalta Coating SystemsAXTA -3.41%81 EV-to-OCF is 13.55 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 27% below its 10-year median of 18.50. GuruFocus rates AXTA with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $33.37 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,607 Chemicals companies, Axalta Coating Systems ranks worse than 59.61% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Axalta Coating Systems's Enterprise Value is $9,365 Mil.
Axalta Coating Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $691 Mil. Therefore, Axalta Coating Systems's EV-to-OCF for today is 13.55.
The historical rank and industry rank for Axalta Coating Systems's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
AXTA'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.43 Med: 18.5 Max: 36.34
Current: 13.55
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Axalta Coating Systems was 36.34. The lowest was 10.43. And the median was 18.50.
AXTA's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 59.61% of 1607
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 10.24
vs AXTA: 13.55
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.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) 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.
Axalta Coating Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Axalta Coating Systems's share price for today is $31.68.
Axalta Coating Systems's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.710.
* 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.
* 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, Axalta Coating Systems'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.
Axalta Coating Systems EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Axalta Coating Systems's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Axalta Coating Systems's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Axalta Coating Systems's current Enterprise Value is $9,365 Mil.
Axalta Coating Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $691 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.
Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) has a EV-to-OCF of 13.55 as of Jul. 24, 2026. This is 27% below median its historical median of 18.50. Over the past decade, Axalta Coating Systems' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.43 to 36.34. According to the industry distribution chart, Axalta Coating Systems ranks #958 out of 1607 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 59.6%.
Is Axalta Coating Systems' EV-to-OCF too high?
Axalta Coating Systems' current EV-to-OCF of 13.55 is 27% below median its 10-year median of 18.50. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.43 to a high of 36.34. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.24. Axalta Coating Systems' value of 13.55 is 32.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Axalta Coating Systems ranks #958 out of 1607 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Axalta Coating Systems has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Axalta Coating Systems' EV-to-OCF compare to NEU and EMN?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Axalta Coating Systems ranks #958 out of 1607 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Axalta Coating Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.24. Axalta Coating Systems' value of 13.55 is 32.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Axalta Coating Systems' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.43 to 36.34 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.50 vs. the industry median of 10.24, Axalta Coating Systems 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 10.24, based on 1,607 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. Axalta Coating Systems's current EV-to-OCF of 13.55 is 32.3% 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 Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Axalta Coating Systems's current EV-to-OCF is 13.55, which is 27% below median its own 10-year median of 18.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Axalta Coating Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $33.37, compared to a current price of $31.68 — trading 5.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 13.55, which is 27% below median its 10-year median of 18.50 and 32.3% above the Chemicals industry median of 10.24. Axalta Coating Systems' overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA), the current EV-to-OCF is 13.55 as of Jul. 24, 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 Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Axalta Coating Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $31.68 is trading 5.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $33.37.
GuruFocus considers Axalta Coating Systems to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for AXTA:
EV-to-OCF: 13.55 (27% below median its 10-year median of 18.50)
GF Value™: $33.37 vs. price of $31.68 (5.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 32.3% above the Chemicals median (#958 of 1607)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AXTA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd is a manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of high-performance coatings systems. It operates in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings. The Performance Coatings segment provides liquid and powder coatings solutions to a fragmented and local customer base. Its end markets include refinish and industrial, and the Mobility Coatings segment relates to the provision of coating technologies to original equipment manufacturers of light and commercial vehicles. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Mobility Coatings segment. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, followed by North America, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.
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