Alstom (CHIX:ALOP) EV-to-OCF: 10.20 (As of Aug. 08, 2026) — 16% Below Median

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CHIX:ALOP Alstom SA CHIX:ALOP
74 GF Score
Price €16.66
GF Value €19.72
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Alstom EV-to-OCF?

Alstom CHIX:ALOP 74 EV-to-OCF is 10.20 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 16% below its 10-year median of 12.17. GuruFocus rates CHIX:ALOP with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of €19.72 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,008 Transportation companies, Alstom ranks worse than 62% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Alstom's Enterprise Value is €9,086 Mil. Alstom's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €891 Mil. Therefore, Alstom's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.20.

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

CHIX:ALOp' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -159.95   Med: 12.17   Max: 21.25
Current: 10.2

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Alstom was 21.25. The lowest was -159.95. And the median was 12.17.

CHIX:ALOp's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
62% of 1008 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 7.87 vs CHIX:ALOp: 10.20

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 (2026-08-08), Alstom's stock price is €16.6575. Alstom's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.600. Therefore, Alstom's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 27.76.


Alstom  (CHIX:ALOp) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=16.6575/0.600
=27.76

Alstom's share price for today is €16.6575.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Alstom's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.600.

* 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.


Alstom EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Alstom EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Alstom'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.

Alstom EV-to-OCF Chart

Alstom Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -18.94 20.66 -112.38 11.15 14.13

Alstom Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 -112.38 0.00 11.15 0.00 14.13

CHIX:ALOP vs UNP, CSX, NSC: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Railroads subindustry, Alstom'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.


Alstom EV-to-OCF vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Alstom's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Alstom EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=9086.183/891
=10.20

Alstom's current Enterprise Value is €9,086 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Alstom's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €891 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 10.20 mean?
Alstom (CHIX:ALOP) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.20 as of Aug. 08, 2026. This is 16% below median its historical median of 12.17. According to the industry distribution chart, Alstom ranks #625 out of 1008 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 62%.
Is Alstom's EV-to-OCF too high?
Alstom's current EV-to-OCF of 10.20 is 16% below median its 10-year median of 12.17. The Transportation industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.87. Alstom's value of 10.20 is 29.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Alstom ranks #625 out of 1008 companies in the Transportation industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Alstom has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Alstom's EV-to-OCF compare to UNP and CSX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Alstom ranks #625 out of 1008 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Alstom in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.87. Alstom's value of 10.20 is 29.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.17 vs. the industry median of 7.87, Alstom 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Transportation companies is 7.87, based on 1,008 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. Alstom's current EV-to-OCF of 10.20 is 29.6% 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 Transportation industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Alstom's current EV-to-OCF is 10.20, which is 16% below median its own 10-year median of 12.17. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alstom stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alstom (CHIX:ALOP) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €19.72, compared to a current price of €16.66 — trading 15.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.20, which is 16% below median its 10-year median of 12.17 and 29.6% above the Transportation industry median of 7.87. Alstom's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 5 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 Alstom (CHIX:ALOP), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.20 as of Aug. 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 Alstom (CHIX:ALOP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alstom stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €16.66 is trading 15.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €19.72. GuruFocus considers Alstom to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:ALOP:

  • EV-to-OCF: 10.20 (16% below median its 10-year median of 12.17)
  • GF Value™: €19.72 vs. price of €16.66 (15.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 29.6% above the Transportation median (#625 of 1008)

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


Alstom Business Description

Address 48, Rue Albert Dhalenne, Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, Paris, FRA, 93400
Alstom develops and markets equipment, systems, and services for the railway transport sector, including rolling stock, maintenance and modernization services, signaling, and infrastructure, which are offered separately, bundled, or as fully integrated solutions. The company is one of the key international players in the industry with a strong position in European markets.
74GF Score

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