Hargreaves Services (CHIX:HSPL) EV-to-OCF: 8.82 (As of Aug. 30, 2026) — 51% Above Median

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CHIX:HSPL Hargreaves Services PLC CHIX:HSPL
56 GF Score
Price £8.32
GF Value £8.41
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Hargreaves Services EV-to-OCF?

Hargreaves Services CHIX:HSPL 56 EV-to-OCF is 8.82 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 51% above its 10-year median of 5.84. GuruFocus rates CHIX:HSPL with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of £8.41 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 557 Conglomerates companies, Hargreaves Services ranks better than 50.99% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Hargreaves Services's Enterprise Value is £278.7 Mil. Hargreaves Services's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was £31.6 Mil. Therefore, Hargreaves Services's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.82.

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

CHIX:HSPl' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -22.49   Med: 5.84   Max: 22.76
Current: 8.82

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Hargreaves Services was 22.76. The lowest was -22.49. And the median was 5.84.

CHIX:HSPl's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
50.99% of 557 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 9 vs CHIX:HSPl: 8.82

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 (2026-08-30), Hargreaves Services's stock price is £8.32. Hargreaves Services's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was £0.921. Therefore, Hargreaves Services's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.03.


Hargreaves Services  (CHIX:HSPl) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.32/0.921
=9.03

Hargreaves Services's share price for today is £8.32.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hargreaves Services's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was £0.921.

* 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.


Hargreaves Services EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Hargreaves Services EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hargreaves Services'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.

Hargreaves Services EV-to-OCF Chart

Hargreaves Services Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -21.50 8.97 8.63 7.97 8.28

Hargreaves Services Semi-Annual Data
Nov16 May17 Nov17 May18 Nov18 May19 Nov19 May20 Nov20 May21 Nov21 May22 Nov22 May23 Nov23 May24 Nov24 May25 Nov25 May26
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 8.63 0.00 7.97 0.00 8.28

CHIX:HSPL vs MMM, HON: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Hargreaves Services'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.


Hargreaves Services EV-to-OCF vs Conglomerates Industry

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

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


CHIX:HSPL
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Hargreaves Services EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=278.736/31.6
=8.82

Hargreaves Services's current Enterprise Value is £278.7 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hargreaves Services's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was £31.6 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 8.82 mean?
Hargreaves Services (CHIX:HSPL) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.82 as of Aug. 30, 2026. This is 51% above median its historical median of 5.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Hargreaves Services ranks #273 out of 557 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 49%.
Is Hargreaves Services' EV-to-OCF too high?
Hargreaves Services' current EV-to-OCF of 8.82 is 51% above median its 10-year median of 5.84. The Conglomerates industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.00. Hargreaves Services' value of 8.82 is 2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hargreaves Services ranks #273 out of 557 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hargreaves Services has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hargreaves Services' EV-to-OCF compare to MMM and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Hargreaves Services ranks #273 out of 557 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Hargreaves Services in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.00. Hargreaves Services' value of 8.82 is 2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.84 vs. the industry median of 9.00, Hargreaves Services 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 Conglomerates company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Conglomerates companies is 9.00, based on 557 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. Hargreaves Services's current EV-to-OCF of 8.82 is 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 Conglomerates industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hargreaves Services's current EV-to-OCF is 8.82, which is 51% above median its own 10-year median of 5.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hargreaves Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hargreaves Services (CHIX:HSPL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £8.41, compared to a current price of £8.32 — trading 1.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.82, which is 51% above median its 10-year median of 5.84 and 2% below the Conglomerates industry median of 9.00. Hargreaves Services' overall GF Score™ is 56/100 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 Hargreaves Services (CHIX:HSPL), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.82 as of Aug. 30, 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 Hargreaves Services (CHIX:HSPL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hargreaves Services stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £8.32 is trading 1.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of £8.41. GuruFocus considers Hargreaves Services to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:HSPL:

  • EV-to-OCF: 8.82 (51% above median its 10-year median of 5.84)
  • GF Value™: £8.41 vs. price of £8.32 (1.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 2% below the Conglomerates median (#273 of 557)

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


Hargreaves Services Business Description

Other Exchanges HSP:UKH6W:Germany
Address West Terrace, Esh Winning, Durham, GBR, DH7 9PT
Hargreaves Services PLC delivers projects and services in the infrastructure, energy, and property sectors, supporting key industries within the UK and South East Asia. The company's business segments are Services; Hargreaves Land; Unallocated and Hargreaves Raw Materials Services. It generates maximum revenue from the Services segment. The Services segment provides materials handling, mechanical and electrical engineering, land restoration, logistics and bulk earthmoving into the energy, environmental, infrastructure and industrial sectors.
56GF Score

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