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Cable OneCABO +1.18%53 EV-to-OCF is 5.59 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 63% below its 10-year median of 15.05. GuruFocus rates CABO with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of $314.08 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 367 Telecommunication Services companies, Cable One ranks better than 61.04% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Cable One's Enterprise Value is $3,161 Mil.
Cable One's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $565 Mil. Therefore, Cable One's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.59.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cable One's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CABO'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.59 Med: 15.05 Max: 26.62
Current: 5.59
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Cable One was 26.62. The lowest was 5.59. And the median was 15.05.
CABO's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 61.04% of 367
companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 7.09
vs CABO: 5.59
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.
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.
Cable One's share price for today is $37.63.
Cable One'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 $-58.410.
* 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.
Cable One EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Cable One EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cable One'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 Telecom Services subindustry, Cable One'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.
Cable One EV-to-OCF vs Telecommunication Services Industry
For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Cable One's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cable One's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Cable One's current Enterprise Value is $3,161 Mil.
Cable One'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 $565 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.
Cable One (CABO) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.59 as of Jul. 26, 2026. This is 63% below median its historical median of 15.05. Over the past decade, Cable One's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.59 to 26.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Cable One ranks #143 out of 367 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 39%.
Is Cable One's EV-to-OCF too high?
Cable One's current EV-to-OCF of 5.59 is 63% below median its 10-year median of 15.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.59 to a high of 26.62. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.09. Cable One's value of 5.59 is 21.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cable One ranks #143 out of 367 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cable One has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cable One's EV-to-OCF compare to GLTK and CXDO?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Cable One ranks #143 out of 367 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Cable One in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.09. Cable One's value of 5.59 is 21.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Cable One's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.59 to 26.62 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.05 vs. the industry median of 7.09, Cable One has consistently been below 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Telecommunication Services companies is 7.09, based on 367 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. Cable One's current EV-to-OCF of 5.59 is 21.2% below 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 Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cable One's current EV-to-OCF is 5.59, which is 63% below median its own 10-year median of 15.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cable One stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cable One (CABO) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $314.08, compared to a current price of $37.63 — trading 88% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.59, which is 63% below median its 10-year median of 15.05 and 21.2% below the Telecommunication Services industry median of 7.09. Cable One's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 4 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 Cable One (CABO), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.59 as of Jul. 26, 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 Cable One (CABO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cable One stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $37.63 is trading 88% below its estimated GF Value™ of $314.08.
GuruFocus considers Cable One to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for CABO:
EV-to-OCF: 5.59 (63% below median its 10-year median of 15.05)
GF Value™: $314.08 vs. price of $37.63 (88% below fair value)
Industry Position: 21.2% below the Telecommunication Services median (#143 of 367)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CABO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cable One Inc is a telecommunications company that generates revenue from providing broadband, voice, and video services to both residential and business customers. The company derives majority of its revenue from data and video services, which are subscription-based and billed monthly. The company also offers Sparklight TV, an Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) service that enables customers using the Sparklight TV app to stream video channels from the cloud. Additionally, the company earns advertising revenue by selling airtime on its video channels, and it provides voice services over Internet protocols.
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