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discoverIE GroupCHIX:DSCVL -1.42%82 EV-to-OCF is 18.74 as of Aug. 22, 2026, which is 2% below its 10-year median of 19.14. GuruFocus rates CHIX:DSCVL with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of £7.03 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,499 Hardware companies, discoverIE Group ranks worse than 67.63% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, discoverIE Group's Enterprise Value is £848.9 Mil.
discoverIE Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £45.3 Mil. Therefore, discoverIE Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 18.74.
The historical rank and industry rank for discoverIE Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:DSCVl'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.13 Med: 19.14 Max: 28.26
Current: 19.69
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of discoverIE Group was 28.26. The lowest was 9.13. And the median was 19.14.
CHIX:DSCVl's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 67.63% of 2499
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 8.32
vs CHIX:DSCVl: 19.69
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.
discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVl) 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.
discoverIE Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
discoverIE Group's share price for today is £7.61.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. discoverIE Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.294.
* 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.
discoverIE Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms
discoverIE Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for discoverIE Group'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 Electronic Components subindustry, discoverIE Group'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.
discoverIE Group EV-to-OCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, discoverIE Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where discoverIE Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
discoverIE Group's current Enterprise Value is £848.9 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. discoverIE Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was £45.3 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.
discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL) has a EV-to-OCF of 18.74 as of Aug. 22, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 19.14. Over the past decade, discoverIE Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.13 to 28.26. According to the industry distribution chart, discoverIE Group ranks #1690 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 67.6%.
Is discoverIE Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
discoverIE Group's current EV-to-OCF of 18.74 is near median its 10-year median of 19.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.13 to a high of 28.26. The Hardware industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.32. discoverIE Group's value of 18.74 is 125.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, discoverIE Group ranks #1690 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, discoverIE Group has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does discoverIE Group's EV-to-OCF compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, discoverIE Group ranks #1690 out of 2499 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places discoverIE Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.32. discoverIE Group's value of 18.74 is 125.2% above this benchmark. Historically, discoverIE Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.13 to 28.26 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.14 vs. the industry median of 8.32, discoverIE Group 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. discoverIE Group's current EV-to-OCF of 18.74 is 125.2% 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. discoverIE Group's current EV-to-OCF is 18.74, which is near median its own 10-year median of 19.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is discoverIE Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £7.03, compared to a current price of £7.61 — trading 8.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 18.74, which is near median its 10-year median of 19.14 and 125.2% above the Hardware industry median of 8.32. discoverIE Group's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 9 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 discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL), the current EV-to-OCF is 18.74 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 discoverIE Group (CHIX:DSCVL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, discoverIE Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of £7.61 is trading 8.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of £7.03.
GuruFocus considers discoverIE Group to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:DSCVL:
EV-to-OCF: 18.74 (near median its 10-year median of 19.14)
GF Value™: £7.03 vs. price of £7.61 (8.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 125.2% above the Hardware median (#1690 of 2499)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:DSCVL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
discoverIE Group PLC is a United Kingdom-based electronics manufacturing company. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes customer-specific electronic components and solutions. The company's segments include the Magnetics and Controls division (M&C) and the Sensing and Connectivity division (S&C). The company generates the majority of revenue from the M&C segment. Geographically, the company operates in the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and the Rest of the world.
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