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Casella Waste SystemsCWST +0.43%85 EV-to-OCF is 20.83 as of Sep. 01, 2026, which is 11% below its 10-year median of 23.28. GuruFocus rates CWST with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $124.17 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 246 Waste Management companies, Casella Waste Systems ranks worse than 81.3% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Casella Waste Systems's Enterprise Value is $7,316 Mil.
Casella Waste Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $351 Mil. Therefore, Casella Waste Systems's EV-to-OCF for today is 20.83.
The historical rank and industry rank for Casella Waste Systems's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CWST'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.6 Med: 23.28 Max: 31.34
Current: 20.83
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Casella Waste Systems was 31.34. The lowest was 10.60. And the median was 23.28.
CWST's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 81.3% of 246
companies
in the Waste Management industry
Industry Median: 8.425
vs CWST: 20.83
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.
Casella Waste Systems (NAS:CWST) 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.
Casella Waste Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Casella Waste Systems's share price for today is $92.65.
Casella Waste Systems'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 $0.090.
* 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.
* 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, Casella Waste Systems'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.
Casella Waste Systems EV-to-OCF vs Waste Management Industry
For the Waste Management industry and Industrials sector, Casella Waste Systems's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Casella Waste Systems's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Casella Waste Systems's current Enterprise Value is $7,316 Mil.
Casella Waste Systems'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 $351 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.
Casella Waste Systems (CWST) has a EV-to-OCF of 20.83 as of Sep. 01, 2026. This is 11% below median its historical median of 23.28. Over the past decade, Casella Waste Systems' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.60 to 31.34. According to the industry distribution chart, Casella Waste Systems ranks #200 out of 246 companies in the Waste Management industry, placing it in the top 81.3%.
Is Casella Waste Systems' EV-to-OCF too high?
Casella Waste Systems' current EV-to-OCF of 20.83 is 11% below median its 10-year median of 23.28. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.60 to a high of 31.34. The Waste Management industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.43. Casella Waste Systems' value of 20.83 is 147.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Casella Waste Systems ranks #200 out of 246 companies in the Waste Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Casella Waste Systems has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Casella Waste Systems' EV-to-OCF compare to SGLA and OIO?
According to the Waste Management industry distribution chart, Casella Waste Systems ranks #200 out of 246 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Casella Waste Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.43. Casella Waste Systems' value of 20.83 is 147.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Casella Waste Systems' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.60 to 31.34 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.28 vs. the industry median of 8.43, Casella Waste Systems 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 a Waste Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Waste Management companies is 8.43, 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. Casella Waste Systems's current EV-to-OCF of 20.83 is 147.2% 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 Waste Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Casella Waste Systems's current EV-to-OCF is 20.83, which is 11% below median its own 10-year median of 23.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Casella Waste Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Casella Waste Systems (CWST) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $124.17, compared to a current price of $92.65 — trading 25.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 20.83, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 23.28 and 147.2% above the Waste Management industry median of 8.43. Casella Waste Systems' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 7 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 Casella Waste Systems (CWST), the current EV-to-OCF is 20.83 as of Sep. 01, 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 Casella Waste Systems (CWST) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Casella Waste Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $92.65 is trading 25.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $124.17.
GuruFocus considers Casella Waste Systems to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CWST:
EV-to-OCF: 20.83 (11% below median its 10-year median of 23.28)
GF Value™: $124.17 vs. price of $92.65 (25.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 147.2% above the Waste Management median (#200 of 246)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CWST stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Casella Waste Systems Inc is a solid waste removal company, providing resource management services to residential, commercial, municipal, and industrial customers. The company's reportable segments on Geographical basis include Eastern, Western and Mid-Atlantic regions through the Resource solution segment. It generates maximum revenue from the Western region segment. The company's services include Recycling, Collection, Organics, Energy, Landfills, Special Waste as well as Professional Services.
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