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BeldenBDC -1.15%87 EV-to-OCF is 15.31 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 14.32. GuruFocus rates BDC with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of $130.83 (Fairly Valued). Among 2,499 Hardware companies, Belden ranks worse than 62.95% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Belden's Enterprise Value is $5,756 Mil.
Belden's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $376 Mil. Therefore, Belden's EV-to-OCF for today is 15.31.
The historical rank and industry rank for Belden's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
BDC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.72 Med: 14.32 Max: 22.62
Current: 15.31
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Belden was 22.62. The lowest was 8.72. And the median was 14.32.
BDC's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 62.95% of 2499
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 8.32
vs BDC: 15.31
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 (2026-08-22), Belden's stock price is $122.46.
Belden's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $6.150. Therefore, Belden's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.91.
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.
Belden's share price for today is $122.46.
Belden'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 $6.150.
* 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.
Belden EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Belden EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Belden'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 Communication Equipment subindustry, Belden'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.
Belden EV-to-OCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Belden's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Belden's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Belden's current Enterprise Value is $5,756 Mil.
Belden'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 $376 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.
Belden (BDC) has a EV-to-OCF of 15.31 as of Aug. 22, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 14.32. Over the past decade, Belden's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.72 to 22.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Belden ranks #1573 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 62.9%.
Is Belden's EV-to-OCF too high?
Belden's current EV-to-OCF of 15.31 is near median its 10-year median of 14.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.72 to a high of 22.62. The Hardware industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.32. Belden's value of 15.31 is 84% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Belden ranks #1573 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Belden has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Belden's EV-to-OCF compare to EXTR and ONDS?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Belden ranks #1573 out of 2499 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Belden in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.32. Belden's value of 15.31 is 84% above this benchmark. Historically, Belden's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.72 to 22.62 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.32 vs. the industry median of 8.32, Belden 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Hardware companies is 8.32, based on 2,499 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. Belden's current EV-to-OCF of 15.31 is 84% 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 Hardware industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Belden's current EV-to-OCF is 15.31, which is near median its own 10-year median of 14.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Belden stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Belden (BDC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $130.83, compared to a current price of $122.46 — trading 6.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 15.31, which is near median its 10-year median of 14.32 and 84% above the Hardware industry median of 8.32. Belden's overall GF Score™ is 87/100. 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 Belden (BDC), the current EV-to-OCF is 15.31 as of Aug. 22, 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 Belden (BDC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Belden stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $122.46 is trading 6.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $130.83.
GuruFocus considers Belden to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BDC:
EV-to-OCF: 15.31 (near median its 10-year median of 14.32)
GF Value™: $130.83 vs. price of $122.46 (6.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 84% above the Hardware median (#1573 of 2499)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BDC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Belden Inc is a supplier of complete connection solutions. It has two segments, Smart Infrastructure Solutions and Automation Solutions. Smart Infrastructure Solutions provides network infrastructure and broadband solutions, serving markets such as data centers, government, healthcare, and broadband and wireless service providers, with products including copper and fiber cable and connectivity solutions. Automation Solutions provides digitization and automation solutions that enable IT OT convergence and support acquisition, transmission, orchestration, and management, serving markets including Warehousing and Logistics, Energy, Transportation, and Discrete Manufacturing. The company operates in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, with maximum revenue coming from the Americas.
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