Ser Educacional (BSP:SEER3) EV-to-OCF: 6.46 (As of Sep. 08, 2026) — 35% Below Median

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BSP:SEER3 Ser Educacional SA BSP:SEER3
71 GF Score
Price R$13.52
GF Value R$8.51
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Ser Educacional EV-to-OCF?

Ser Educacional BSP:SEER3 +1.20% 71 EV-to-OCF is 6.46 as of Sep. 08, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 9.91. GuruFocus rates BSP:SEER3 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of R$8.51 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 264 Education companies, Ser Educacional ranks worse than 51.52% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ser Educacional's Enterprise Value is R$2,859 Mil. Ser Educacional's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was R$443 Mil. Therefore, Ser Educacional's EV-to-OCF for today is 6.46.

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

BSP:SEER3' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.02   Med: 9.91   Max: 24.68
Current: 6.46

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ser Educacional was 24.68. The lowest was 4.02. And the median was 9.91.

BSP:SEER3's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
51.52% of 264 companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 6.33 vs BSP:SEER3: 6.46

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 (2026-09-08), Ser Educacional's stock price is R$13.52. Ser Educacional's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was R$7.473. Therefore, Ser Educacional's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 1.81.


Ser Educacional  (BSP:SEER3) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=13.52/7.473
=1.81

Ser Educacional's share price for today is R$13.52.
Ser Educacional'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 R$7.473.

* 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.


Ser Educacional EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Ser Educacional EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ser Educacional'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.

Ser Educacional EV-to-OCF Chart

Ser Educacional Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Ser Educacional Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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BSP:SEER3 vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Ser Educacional'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.


Ser Educacional EV-to-OCF vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Ser Educacional's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Ser Educacional EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=2859.321/442.546
=6.46

Ser Educacional's current Enterprise Value is R$2,859 Mil.
Ser Educacional'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 R$443 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 6.46 mean?
Ser Educacional (BSP:SEER3) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.46 as of Sep. 08, 2026. This is 35% below median its historical median of 9.91. Over the past decade, Ser Educacional's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.02 to 24.68. According to the industry distribution chart, Ser Educacional ranks #136 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 51.5%.
Is Ser Educacional's EV-to-OCF too high?
Ser Educacional's current EV-to-OCF of 6.46 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 9.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.02 to a high of 24.68. The Education industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.33. Ser Educacional's value of 6.46 is 2.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ser Educacional ranks #136 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Ser Educacional has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ser Educacional's EV-to-OCF compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Ser Educacional ranks #136 out of 264 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Ser Educacional in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.33. Ser Educacional's value of 6.46 is 2.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Ser Educacional's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.02 to 24.68 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.91 vs. the industry median of 6.33, Ser Educacional 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 Education company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Education companies is 6.33, based on 264 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. Ser Educacional's current EV-to-OCF of 6.46 is 2.1% 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 Education industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ser Educacional's current EV-to-OCF is 6.46, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 9.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ser Educacional stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ser Educacional (BSP:SEER3) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$8.51, compared to a current price of R$13.52 — trading 58.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.46, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 9.91 and 2.1% above the Education industry median of 6.33. Ser Educacional's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 6 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 Ser Educacional (BSP:SEER3), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.46 as of Sep. 08, 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 Ser Educacional (BSP:SEER3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ser Educacional stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$13.52 is trading 58.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$8.51. GuruFocus considers Ser Educacional to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:SEER3:

  • EV-to-OCF: 6.46 (35% below median its 10-year median of 9.91)
  • GF Value™: R$8.51 vs. price of R$13.52 (58.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 2.1% above the Education median (#136 of 264)

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:SEER3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ser Educacional Business Description

Address Av Da Saudade. 254, Recife, PE, BRA, 50100200
Ser Educacional SA is an education and training services company. It is principally involved in the development and management activities for on-campus and distance-learning undergraduate, graduate, professional training, and other areas of education, and in participation, as a partner or shareholder, in other partnerships and companies in Brazil. Geographically, the operations are carried out through Brazil which also accounts for the majority of the revenue which includes monthly tuitions charged to students enrolled semiannually in regular undergraduate, graduate, distance learning, and technical courses.
71GF Score

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