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Cohen & SteersCNS -0.34%85 EV-to-OCF is 202.85 as of Aug. 25, 2026, which is 805% above its 10-year median of 22.41. GuruFocus rates CNS with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $81.62 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,503 Asset Management companies, Cohen & Steers ranks worse than 96.81% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Cohen & Steers's Enterprise Value is $4,219.6 Mil.
Cohen & Steers's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $20.8 Mil. Therefore, Cohen & Steers's EV-to-OCF for today is 202.85.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cohen & Steers's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CNS'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -252.36 Med: 22.41 Max: 209.23
Current: 202.85
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Cohen & Steers was 209.23. The lowest was -252.36. And the median was 22.41.
CNS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 96.81% of 1503
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 5.9
vs CNS: 202.85
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.
Cohen & Steers's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cohen & Steers's share price for today is $82.88.
Cohen & Steers's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $3.260.
* 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.
Cohen & Steers EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Cohen & Steers EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Cohen & Steers'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 Asset Management subindustry, Cohen & Steers'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.
Cohen & Steers EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Cohen & Steers's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cohen & Steers's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Cohen & Steers's current Enterprise Value is $4,219.6 Mil.
Cohen & Steers's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $20.8 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.
Cohen & Steers (CNS) has a EV-to-OCF of 202.85 as of Aug. 25, 2026. This is 805% above median its historical median of 22.41. According to the industry distribution chart, Cohen & Steers ranks #1455 out of 1503 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 96.8%.
Is Cohen & Steers' EV-to-OCF too high?
Cohen & Steers' current EV-to-OCF of 202.85 is 805% above median its 10-year median of 22.41. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.90. Cohen & Steers' value of 202.85 is 3338.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cohen & Steers ranks #1455 out of 1503 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Cohen & Steers has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cohen & Steers' EV-to-OCF compare to DNP and FHI?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Cohen & Steers ranks #1455 out of 1503 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Cohen & Steers in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.90. Cohen & Steers' value of 202.85 is 3338.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 22.41 vs. the industry median of 5.90, Cohen & Steers 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 an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 5.90, based on 1,503 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. Cohen & Steers's current EV-to-OCF of 202.85 is 3338.1% 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cohen & Steers's current EV-to-OCF is 202.85, which is 805% above median its own 10-year median of 22.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cohen & Steers stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cohen & Steers (CNS) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $81.62, compared to a current price of $82.88 — trading 1.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 202.85, which is 805% above median its 10-year median of 22.41 and 3338.1% above the Asset Management industry median of 5.90. Cohen & Steers' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 10 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 Cohen & Steers (CNS), the current EV-to-OCF is 202.85 as of Aug. 25, 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 Cohen & Steers (CNS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cohen & Steers stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $82.88 is trading 1.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $81.62.
GuruFocus considers Cohen & Steers to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CNS:
EV-to-OCF: 202.85 (805% above median its 10-year median of 22.41)
GF Value™: $81.62 vs. price of $82.88 (1.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 3338.1% above the Asset Management median (#1455 of 1503)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CNS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cohen & Steers is a niche asset manager concentrating on real estate securities. The firm invests primarily in the equity shares of real estate investment trusts, with holdings in domestic and international real estate securities accounting for nearly two-thirds of its $99.5 billion in managed assets at the end of May 2026. Cohen & Steers also manages portfolios dedicated to preferred securities, utilities stocks, and other high-yield offerings. The firm's distribution is balanced among its closed-end funds, open-end funds, and institutional accounts. During the past four calendar quarters, the company garnered 39% (25%) of its managed assets (base management fees) from institutional clients, 48% (55%) from open-end funds, and 13% (20%) from closed-end funds.
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