CXT (Crane NXT Co) EV-to-OCF: 17.66 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — Near Median

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CXT Crane NXT Co CXT
76 GF Score
Price $52.86
GF Value $71.98
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Crane NXT Co EV-to-OCF?

Crane NXT Co CXT +1.56% 76 EV-to-OCF is 17.66 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 16.26. GuruFocus rates CXT with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $71.98 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,076 Industrial Products companies, Crane NXT Co ranks worse than 61.35% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Crane NXT Co's Enterprise Value is $4,356 Mil. Crane NXT Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $247 Mil. Therefore, Crane NXT Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 17.66.

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

CXT' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.98   Med: 16.26   Max: 24.85
Current: 17.66

During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Crane NXT Co was 24.85. The lowest was 7.98. And the median was 16.26.

CXT's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
61.35% of 3076 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.415 vs CXT: 17.66

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 (2026-07-26), Crane NXT Co's stock price is $52.86. Crane NXT Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2.240. Therefore, Crane NXT Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 23.60.


Crane NXT Co  (NYSE:CXT) 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.

Crane NXT Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=52.86/2.240
=23.60

Crane NXT Co's share price for today is $52.86.
Crane NXT Co'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 $2.240.

* 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.


Crane NXT Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Crane NXT Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Crane NXT Co'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.

Crane NXT Co EV-to-OCF Chart

Crane NXT Co Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 0.00 13.40 18.58 15.25

Crane NXT Co Quarterly Data
Dec20 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 19.35 21.33 21.97 15.25 14.80

CXT vs HLIO, GRC, BW: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Crane NXT Co'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.


Crane NXT Co EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Crane NXT Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Crane NXT Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Crane NXT Co EV-to-OCF Calculation

Crane NXT Co's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=4355.690/246.6
=17.66

Crane NXT Co's current Enterprise Value is $4,356 Mil.
Crane NXT Co'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 $247 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 17.66 mean?
Crane NXT Co (CXT) has a EV-to-OCF of 17.66 as of Jul. 26, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 16.26. Over the past decade, Crane NXT Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.98 to 24.85. According to the industry distribution chart, Crane NXT Co ranks #1887 out of 3076 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 61.3%.
Is Crane NXT Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Crane NXT Co's current EV-to-OCF of 17.66 is near median its 10-year median of 16.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.98 to a high of 24.85. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.42. Crane NXT Co's value of 17.66 is 54.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Crane NXT Co ranks #1887 out of 3076 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Crane NXT Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Crane NXT Co's EV-to-OCF compare to HLIO and GRC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Crane NXT Co ranks #1887 out of 3076 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Crane NXT Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.42. Crane NXT Co's value of 17.66 is 54.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Crane NXT Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.98 to 24.85 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.26 vs. the industry median of 11.42, Crane NXT Co 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 Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Products companies is 11.42, based on 3,076 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. Crane NXT Co's current EV-to-OCF of 17.66 is 54.7% 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 Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.42 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Crane NXT Co's current EV-to-OCF is 17.66, which is near median its own 10-year median of 16.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Crane NXT Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Crane NXT Co (CXT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $71.98, compared to a current price of $52.86 — trading 26.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 17.66, which is near median its 10-year median of 16.26 and 54.7% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.42. Crane NXT Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Crane NXT Co (CXT), the current EV-to-OCF is 17.66 as of Jul. 26, 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 Crane NXT Co (CXT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Crane NXT Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $52.86 is trading 26.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $71.98. GuruFocus considers Crane NXT Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CXT:

  • EV-to-OCF: 17.66 (near median its 10-year median of 16.26)
  • GF Value™: $71.98 vs. price of $52.86 (26.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 54.7% above the Industrial Products median (#1887 of 3076)

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


Crane NXT Co Business Description

Address 950 Winter Street, 4th Floor, North Waltham, MA, USA, 02451
Crane NXT Co is a industrial technology company that provides proprietary and trusted technology solutions to secure, detect, and authenticate what matters to its customers. It is a pioneer in proprietary micro-optics technology for securing physical products, and its sophisticated electronic equipment and associated software leverages proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. The company operates in two segments which are Crane Payment Innovations (CPI) and Security and Authentication Technologies.
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