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ESCO TechnologiesESE -6.80%87 EV-to-OCF is 30.97 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 24.00. GuruFocus rates ESE with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of $188.79 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,497 Hardware companies, ESCO Technologies ranks worse than 77.17% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, ESCO Technologies's Enterprise Value is $8,019 Mil.
ESCO Technologies's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $259 Mil. Therefore, ESCO Technologies's EV-to-OCF for today is 30.97.
The historical rank and industry rank for ESCO Technologies's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ESE'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 14.77 Med: 24 Max: 40.6
Current: 30.97
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of ESCO Technologies was 40.60. The lowest was 14.77. And the median was 24.00.
ESE's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 77.17% of 2497
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 8.73
vs ESE: 30.97
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.
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.
ESCO Technologies's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
ESCO Technologies's share price for today is $305.72.
ESCO Technologies'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 $11.890.
* 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.
ESCO Technologies EV-to-OCF Related Terms
ESCO Technologies EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for ESCO Technologies'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 Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, ESCO Technologies'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.
ESCO Technologies EV-to-OCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, ESCO Technologies's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ESCO Technologies's EV-to-OCF falls into.
ESCO Technologies's current Enterprise Value is $8,019 Mil.
ESCO Technologies'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 $259 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.
ESCO Technologies (ESE) has a EV-to-OCF of 30.97 as of Aug. 08, 2026. This is 29% above median its historical median of 24.00. Over the past decade, ESCO Technologies' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 14.77 to 40.60. According to the industry distribution chart, ESCO Technologies ranks #1927 out of 2497 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 77.2%.
Is ESCO Technologies' EV-to-OCF too high?
ESCO Technologies' current EV-to-OCF of 30.97 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 24.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 14.77 to a high of 40.60. The Hardware industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.73. ESCO Technologies' value of 30.97 is 254.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ESCO Technologies ranks #1927 out of 2497 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, ESCO Technologies has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ESCO Technologies' EV-to-OCF compare to CGNX and ST?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, ESCO Technologies ranks #1927 out of 2497 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places ESCO Technologies in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.73. ESCO Technologies' value of 30.97 is 254.8% above this benchmark. Historically, ESCO Technologies' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 14.77 to 40.60 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 24.00 vs. the industry median of 8.73, ESCO Technologies 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Hardware companies is 8.73, based on 2,497 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. ESCO Technologies's current EV-to-OCF of 30.97 is 254.8% 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 Hardware industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ESCO Technologies's current EV-to-OCF is 30.97, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 24.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ESCO Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ESCO Technologies (ESE) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $188.79, compared to a current price of $305.72 — trading 61.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 30.97, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 24.00 and 254.8% above the Hardware industry median of 8.73. ESCO Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 87/100 with 6 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 ESCO Technologies (ESE), the current EV-to-OCF is 30.97 as of Aug. 08, 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 ESCO Technologies (ESE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ESCO Technologies stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $305.72 is trading 61.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $188.79.
GuruFocus considers ESCO Technologies to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ESE:
EV-to-OCF: 30.97 (29% above median its 10-year median of 24.00)
GF Value™: $188.79 vs. price of $305.72 (61.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 254.8% above the Hardware median (#1927 of 2497)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ESE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ESCO Technologies Inc sells engineered products and systems for utility, industrial, aerospace, and commercial applications. The firm operates in three segments: Aerospace & Defense (A&D), Utility Solutions Group (USG), and RF Test & Measurement (Test). The Aerospace and Defense segment designs and manufactures specialty filtration and naval products. The USG segment provides diagnostic testing solutions. The Test segment provides its customers with the ability to identify, measure, and contain magnetic, electromagnetic, and acoustic energy.
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