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UmicoreCHIX:UMIB -3.23%63 EV-to-OCF is 4.92 as of Sep. 04, 2026, which is 56% below its 10-year median of 11.15. GuruFocus rates CHIX:UMIB with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of €16.40 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 246 Waste Management companies, Umicore ranks better than 60.98% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Umicore's Enterprise Value is €7,060 Mil.
Umicore's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,435 Mil. Therefore, Umicore's EV-to-OCF for today is 4.92.
The historical rank and industry rank for Umicore's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:UMIb'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -420.73 Med: 11.15 Max: 82.43
Current: 5.02
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Umicore was 82.43. The lowest was -420.73. And the median was 11.15.
CHIX:UMIb's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 60.98% of 246
companies
in the Waste Management industry
Industry Median: 8.675
vs CHIX:UMIb: 5.02
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.
Umicore's share price for today is €23.09.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Umicore's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €2.010.
* 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.
Umicore EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Umicore EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Umicore'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 Waste Management subindustry, Umicore'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.
Umicore EV-to-OCF vs Waste Management Industry
For the Waste Management industry and Industrials sector, Umicore's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Umicore's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Umicore's current Enterprise Value is €7,060 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Umicore's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,435 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.
Umicore (CHIX:UMIB) has a EV-to-OCF of 4.92 as of Sep. 04, 2026. This is 56% below median its historical median of 11.15. According to the industry distribution chart, Umicore ranks #96 out of 246 companies in the Waste Management industry, placing it in the top 39%.
Is Umicore's EV-to-OCF too high?
Umicore's current EV-to-OCF of 4.92 is 56% below median its 10-year median of 11.15. The Waste Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.68. Umicore's value of 4.92 is 43.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Umicore ranks #96 out of 246 companies in the Waste Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Umicore has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Umicore's EV-to-OCF compare to WM and RSG?
According to the Waste Management industry distribution chart, Umicore ranks #96 out of 246 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Umicore in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.68. Umicore's value of 4.92 is 43.3% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.15 vs. the industry median of 8.68, Umicore 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 Waste Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Waste Management companies is 8.68, based on 246 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. Umicore's current EV-to-OCF of 4.92 is 43.3% 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 Waste Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Umicore's current EV-to-OCF is 4.92, which is 56% below median its own 10-year median of 11.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Umicore stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Umicore (CHIX:UMIB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €16.40, compared to a current price of €23.09 — trading 40.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 4.92, which is 56% below median its 10-year median of 11.15 and 43.3% below the Waste Management industry median of 8.68. Umicore's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Umicore (CHIX:UMIB), the current EV-to-OCF is 4.92 as of Sep. 04, 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 Umicore (CHIX:UMIB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Umicore stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €23.09 is trading 40.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of €16.40.
GuruFocus considers Umicore to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:UMIB:
EV-to-OCF: 4.92 (56% below median its 10-year median of 11.15)
GF Value™: €16.40 vs. price of €23.09 (40.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 43.3% below the Waste Management median (#96 of 246)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:UMIB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Umicore SA is an advanced materials and recycling group. It operates in the business groups: Catalysis, Battery Materials, Specialty Materials, Recycling, and Corporate and Unallocated. Key revenue is derived from its Recycling segment, which treats complex waste streams containing precious and other specialty metals. The Battery Materials segment is engaged in developing, manufacturing, and marketing cathode materials (CAM) and its precursors (pCAM) for lithium-ion batteries. The Catalysis segment provides automotive catalysts for gasoline and diesel light and heavy-duty diesel applications, and the Specialty segment develops, manufactures, and distributes metal-based materials and chemicals for applications vital to everyday lives. Geographically, it derives majority revenue from Europe.
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