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EcovystECVT +1.36%81 EV-to-OCF is 10.81 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 14.19. GuruFocus rates ECVT with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.37 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Chemicals companies, Ecovyst ranks better than 50.75% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ecovyst's Enterprise Value is $1,602.5 Mil.
Ecovyst's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $148.3 Mil. Therefore, Ecovyst's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.81.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ecovyst's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ECVT'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.71 Med: 14.19 Max: 33.35
Current: 10.81
During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ecovyst was 33.35. The lowest was 8.71. And the median was 14.19.
ECVT's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 50.75% of 1610
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 11.105
vs ECVT: 10.81
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 (2026-08-20), Ecovyst's stock price is $10.45.
Ecovyst's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-0.540. Therefore, Ecovyst's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.
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.
Ecovyst's share price for today is $10.45.
Ecovyst'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 $-0.540.
* 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.
Ecovyst EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Ecovyst EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Ecovyst'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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Ecovyst'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.
Ecovyst EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Ecovyst's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ecovyst's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Ecovyst's current Enterprise Value is $1,602.5 Mil.
Ecovyst'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 $148.3 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.
Ecovyst (ECVT) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.81 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 24% below median its historical median of 14.19. Over the past decade, Ecovyst's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.71 to 33.35. According to the industry distribution chart, Ecovyst ranks #793 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 49.3%.
Is Ecovyst's EV-to-OCF too high?
Ecovyst's current EV-to-OCF of 10.81 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 14.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.71 to a high of 33.35. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.11. Ecovyst's value of 10.81 is 2.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ecovyst ranks #793 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Ecovyst has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ecovyst's EV-to-OCF compare to STDN and SCL?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Ecovyst ranks #793 out of 1610 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Ecovyst in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.11. Ecovyst's value of 10.81 is 2.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Ecovyst's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.71 to 33.35 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.19 vs. the industry median of 11.11, Ecovyst 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 11.11, based on 1,610 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. Ecovyst's current EV-to-OCF of 10.81 is 2.7% 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 Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ecovyst's current EV-to-OCF is 10.81, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 14.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ecovyst stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ecovyst (ECVT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.37, compared to a current price of $10.45 — trading 21.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.81, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 14.19 and 2.7% below the Chemicals industry median of 11.11. Ecovyst's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Ecovyst (ECVT), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.81 as of Aug. 20, 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 Ecovyst (ECVT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ecovyst stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $10.45 is trading 21.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.37.
GuruFocus considers Ecovyst to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for ECVT:
EV-to-OCF: 10.81 (24% below median its 10-year median of 14.19)
GF Value™: $13.37 vs. price of $10.45 (21.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 2.7% below the Chemicals median (#793 of 1610)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ECVT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Ecovyst Inc is an integrated and provider of materials, specialty catalysts and services. Its products contribute to lower emissions and cleaner air, higher fuel efficiency and cleaner fuels, and key enablers to advance transition to clean energy. The company has one operating segment. The Company's single reportable segment, Ecoservices, derives its revenue through the sale of virgin and regenerated sulfuric acid products and services.
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