CUOTF (CIE Automotive) EV-to-OCF: 7.26 (As of Aug. 12, 2026) — 22% Below Median

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CUOTF CIE Automotive SA CUOTF
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What is CIE Automotive EV-to-OCF?

CIE Automotive CUOTF +32.14% 81 EV-to-OCF is 7.26 as of Aug. 12, 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 9.36. GuruFocus rates CUOTF with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $32.07. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,330 Vehicles & Parts companies, CIE Automotive ranks better than 54.74% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, CIE Automotive's Enterprise Value is $5,196 Mil. CIE Automotive's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $715 Mil. Therefore, CIE Automotive's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.26.

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

CUOTF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.36   Med: 9.36   Max: 13.88
Current: 7.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of CIE Automotive was 13.88. The lowest was 6.36. And the median was 9.36.

CUOTF's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
54.74% of 1330 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 8.33 vs CUOTF: 7.31

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 (2026-08-12), CIE Automotive's stock price is $31.00. CIE Automotive's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $3.333. Therefore, CIE Automotive's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.30.


CIE Automotive  (OTCPK:CUOTF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=31.00/3.333
=9.30

CIE Automotive's share price for today is $31.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. CIE Automotive's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $3.333.

* 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.


CIE Automotive EV-to-OCF Related Terms


CIE Automotive EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for CIE Automotive'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.

CIE Automotive EV-to-OCF Chart

CIE Automotive Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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CIE Automotive Semi-Annual Data
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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 0.00 8.61 0.00 8.34 0.00

CUOTF vs ORLY, AZO, GPC: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, CIE Automotive'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.


CIE Automotive EV-to-OCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, CIE Automotive's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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CIE Automotive EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=5196.204/715.334
=7.26

CIE Automotive's current Enterprise Value is $5,196 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. CIE Automotive's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $715 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 7.26 mean?
CIE Automotive (CUOTF) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.26 as of Aug. 12, 2026. This is 22% below median its historical median of 9.36. Over the past decade, CIE Automotive's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.36 to 13.88. According to the industry distribution chart, CIE Automotive ranks #602 out of 1330 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 45.3%.
Is CIE Automotive's EV-to-OCF too high?
CIE Automotive's current EV-to-OCF of 7.26 is 22% below median its 10-year median of 9.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.36 to a high of 13.88. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.33. CIE Automotive's value of 7.26 is 12.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CIE Automotive ranks #602 out of 1330 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CIE Automotive has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CIE Automotive's EV-to-OCF compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, CIE Automotive ranks #602 out of 1330 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts CIE Automotive in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.33. CIE Automotive's value of 7.26 is 12.8% below this benchmark. Historically, CIE Automotive's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.36 to 13.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.36 vs. the industry median of 8.33, CIE Automotive 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 8.33, based on 1,330 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. CIE Automotive's current EV-to-OCF of 7.26 is 12.8% 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 Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CIE Automotive's current EV-to-OCF is 7.26, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 9.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CIE Automotive stock overvalued right now?
CIE Automotive (CUOTF) has a current EV-to-OCF of 7.26. The stock's GF Value™ is $32.07, compared to a current price of $31.00 — trading 3.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.26, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 9.36 and 12.8% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 8.33. CIE Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 1 warning sign 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 CIE Automotive (CUOTF), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.26 as of Aug. 12, 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 CIE Automotive (CUOTF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CIE Automotive stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $31.00 is trading 3.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $32.07.

Key valuation signals for CUOTF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 7.26 (22% below median its 10-year median of 9.36)
  • GF Value™: $32.07 vs. price of $31.00 (3.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 12.8% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#602 of 1330)

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


CIE Automotive Business Description

Address Alameda Mazarredo 69, Vizcaya, 8th floo, Bilbao, ESP, 48009
CIE Automotive SA is a supplier of components and subassemblies for the automotive market. Cie Automotive produces components for engines, gearboxes, transmissions, chassis, interior and exterior trims, and roof systems. The company's clients include Renault, Magna, Chrysler, Daimler, Schaeffler, Ford, Nexteer, Volkswagen, and Faurecia. Next to its core automotive business, Cie Automotive operates a process improvement service through a subsidiary. The majority of revenue and operating profits are generated in Cie Automotive's core segment automotive components. Geographically, Europe and NAFTA are the largest sources of operating profits for the company.
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