BB (BlackBerry) EV-to-OCF: 68.77 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 978% Above Median

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Price $8.77
GF Value $3.79
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is BlackBerry EV-to-OCF?

BlackBerry BB -2.34% 59 EV-to-OCF is 68.77 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 978% above its 10-year median of 6.38. GuruFocus rates BB with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.79 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,875 Software companies, BlackBerry ranks worse than 93.39% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, BlackBerry's Enterprise Value is $5,013.0 Mil. BlackBerry's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $72.9 Mil. Therefore, BlackBerry's EV-to-OCF for today is 68.77.

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

BB' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -501.42   Med: 6.38   Max: 1074.62
Current: 68.77

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of BlackBerry was 1074.62. The lowest was -501.42. And the median was 6.38.

BB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
93.39% of 2875 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 6.98 vs BB: 68.77

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 (2026-08-12), BlackBerry's stock price is $8.77. BlackBerry's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $0.090. Therefore, BlackBerry's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 97.44.


BlackBerry  (NYSE:BB) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.77/0.090
=97.44

BlackBerry's share price for today is $8.77.
BlackBerry's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.090.

* 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.


BlackBerry EV-to-OCF Related Terms


BlackBerry EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for BlackBerry'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.

BlackBerry EV-to-OCF Chart

BlackBerry Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -136.89 -8.81 -477.99 165.45 36.74

BlackBerry Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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 148.91 62.82 49.66 36.74 70.42

BB vs MSFT, ORCL, PLTR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Software - Infrastructure subindustry, BlackBerry'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.


BlackBerry EV-to-OCF vs Software Industry

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

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


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BlackBerry EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=5013.010/72.9
=68.77

BlackBerry's current Enterprise Value is $5,013.0 Mil.
BlackBerry's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $72.9 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 68.77 mean?
BlackBerry (BB) has a EV-to-OCF of 68.77 as of Aug. 12, 2026. This is 978% above median its historical median of 6.38. According to the industry distribution chart, BlackBerry ranks #2685 out of 2875 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 93.4%.
Is BlackBerry's EV-to-OCF too high?
BlackBerry's current EV-to-OCF of 68.77 is 978% above median its 10-year median of 6.38. The Software industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.98. BlackBerry's value of 68.77 is 885.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BlackBerry ranks #2685 out of 2875 companies in the Software industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, BlackBerry has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BlackBerry's EV-to-OCF compare to MSFT and ORCL?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, BlackBerry ranks #2685 out of 2875 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places BlackBerry in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.98. BlackBerry's value of 68.77 is 885.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.38 vs. the industry median of 6.98, BlackBerry 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 6.98, based on 2,875 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. BlackBerry's current EV-to-OCF of 68.77 is 885.2% 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 6.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BlackBerry's current EV-to-OCF is 68.77, which is 978% above median its own 10-year median of 6.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BlackBerry stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackBerry (BB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.79, compared to a current price of $8.77 — trading 131.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 68.77, which is 978% above median its 10-year median of 6.38 and 885.2% above the Software industry median of 6.98. BlackBerry's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 3 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 BlackBerry (BB), the current EV-to-OCF is 68.77 as of Aug. 12, 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 BlackBerry (BB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackBerry stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $8.77 is trading 131.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $3.79. GuruFocus considers BlackBerry to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BB:

  • EV-to-OCF: 68.77 (978% above median its 10-year median of 6.38)
  • GF Value™: $3.79 vs. price of $8.77 (131.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 885.2% above the Software median (#2685 of 2875)

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


BlackBerry Business Description

Address 2200 University Avenue East, Waterloo, ON, CAN, N2K 0A7
BlackBerry, once known for being the world's largest smartphone manufacturer, is now exclusively a software provider with a stated goal of end-to-end secure communications for enterprises. The firm provides endpoint management and other secure communications software to enterprises, specializing in regulated industries like government and financial institutions. BlackBerry also has a sizable embedded software business primarily serving the automotive market, with some exposure to the industrial market.
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