CVM (CEL-SCI) EV-to-OCF: -1.64 (As of Jul. 25, 2026)

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CVM CEL-SCI Corp CVM
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Price $1.18
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What is CEL-SCI EV-to-OCF?

CEL-SCI CVM -0.84% 19 EV-to-OCF is -1.64 as of Jul. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates CVM with a GF Score™ of 19/100. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,410 Biotechnology companies, CEL-SCI ranks worse than 59.57% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, CEL-SCI's Enterprise Value is $27.25 Mil. CEL-SCI's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-16.66 Mil. Therefore, CEL-SCI's EV-to-OCF for today is -1.64.

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

CVM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1.64   Med: 0   Max: -1.64
Current: -1.64

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of CEL-SCI was -1.64. The lowest was -1.64. And the median was .

CVM's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
59.57% of 1410 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: -3.315 vs CVM: -1.64

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 (2026-07-25), CEL-SCI's stock price is $1.18. CEL-SCI's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-3.471. Therefore, CEL-SCI's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


CEL-SCI  (AMEX:CVM) 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.

CEL-SCI's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.18/-3.471
=At Loss

CEL-SCI's share price for today is $1.18.
CEL-SCI's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-3.471.

* 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.


CEL-SCI EV-to-OCF Related Terms


CEL-SCI EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for CEL-SCI'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.

CEL-SCI EV-to-OCF Chart

CEL-SCI Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -23.87 -6.95 -3.01 -3.96 -4.22

CEL-SCI Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 -1.57 -1.18 -4.22 -2.77 -2.03

CVM vs OTLC, AEON, CLRB: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, CEL-SCI'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.


CEL-SCI EV-to-OCF vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, CEL-SCI's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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CEL-SCI EV-to-OCF Calculation

CEL-SCI's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=27.245/-16.655
=-1.64

CEL-SCI's current Enterprise Value is $27.25 Mil.
CEL-SCI's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-16.66 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 -1.64 mean?
CEL-SCI (CVM) has a EV-to-OCF of -1.64 as of Jul. 25, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, CEL-SCI ranks #840 out of 1410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 59.6%.
Is CEL-SCI's EV-to-OCF too high?
CEL-SCI's current EV-to-OCF is -1.64. Based on the distribution chart, CEL-SCI ranks #840 out of 1410 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, CEL-SCI has a GF Score™ of 19/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CEL-SCI's EV-to-OCF compare to OTLC and AEON?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, CEL-SCI ranks #840 out of 1410 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places CEL-SCI in the lower half of its industry. 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 Biotechnology company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Biotechnology industry context. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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. CEL-SCI's current EV-to-OCF is -1.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CEL-SCI stock overvalued right now?
CEL-SCI (CVM) has a current EV-to-OCF of -1.64. The current EV-to-OCF is -1.64. CEL-SCI's overall GF Score™ is 19/100 with 2 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 CEL-SCI (CVM), the current EV-to-OCF is -1.64 as of Jul. 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.

CEL-SCI Business Description

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Address 8229 Boone Boulevard, Suite 802, Vienna, VA, USA, 22182
CEL-SCI Corp is a late clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to research and development directed at improving the treatment of cancer and other diseases by using the immune system, the body's natural defense system. The company is focused on the development of the following product candidates and technologies: 1) Multikine, an investigational Phase 3 immunotherapy under development for the potential treatment of certain head and neck cancers; 2) LEAPS (Ligand Epitope Antigen Presentation System) technology, for the potential treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
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