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CadizCDZI -1.56%62 EV-to-OCF is -17.64 as of Jul. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates CDZI with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.17 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 507 Utilities - Regulated companies, Cadiz ranks better than 94.67% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Cadiz's Enterprise Value is $366.75 Mil.
Cadiz's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-20.80 Mil. Therefore, Cadiz's EV-to-OCF for today is -17.64.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cadiz's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CDZI'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -53.08 Med: -28.52 Max: -7.47
Current: -17.64
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Cadiz was -7.47. The lowest was -53.08. And the median was -28.52.
CDZI's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 94.67% of 507
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.65
vs CDZI: -17.64
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 (2026-07-24), Cadiz's stock price is $3.155.
Cadiz's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-0.460. Therefore, Cadiz's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.
Cadiz (NAS:CDZI) 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.
Cadiz's share price for today is $3.155.
Cadiz'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 $-0.460.
* 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.
Cadiz EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Cadiz EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cadiz'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 Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, Cadiz'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.
Cadiz EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Cadiz's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cadiz's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Cadiz's current Enterprise Value is $366.75 Mil.
Cadiz'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 $-20.80 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.
Cadiz (CDZI) has a EV-to-OCF of -17.64 as of Jul. 24, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Cadiz ranks #27 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 5.3%.
Is Cadiz's EV-to-OCF too high?
Cadiz's current EV-to-OCF is -17.64. Based on the distribution chart, Cadiz ranks #27 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Cadiz has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cadiz's EV-to-OCF compare to ARTNA and PCYO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Cadiz ranks #27 out of 507 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Cadiz in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.65. 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.65, based on 507 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. 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 Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.65 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cadiz's current EV-to-OCF is -17.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cadiz stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cadiz (CDZI) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.17, compared to a current price of $3.16 — trading 74.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -17.64. Cadiz's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 Cadiz (CDZI), the current EV-to-OCF is -17.64 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 Cadiz (CDZI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cadiz stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $3.16 is trading 74.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.17.
GuruFocus considers Cadiz to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for CDZI:
EV-to-OCF: -17.64
GF Value™: $12.17 vs. price of $3.16 (74.1% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CDZI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cadiz Inc is a water solutions provider, dedicated to delivering clean, reliable, and affordable water for people. It provides water solutions with a combination of land, water, pipeline, and water filtration assets located in Southern California between key water systems serving population centers in the Southwestern United States. The company operates in two reportable segments; Land and Water Resources segment, comprises all activities regarding its properties in the eastern Mojave Desert, pre-revenue development of the Mojave Groundwater Bank (supply, storage, and conveyance), and agricultural operations; and the Water Filtration Technology segment, generating maximum revenue engaged in providing water filtration solutions for impaired or contaminated groundwater sources.
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