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RS GroupFRA:ECN -0.59%85 EV-to-OCF is 14.17 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 35% below its 10-year median of 21.96. GuruFocus rates FRA:ECN with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of €8.13. The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 158 Industrial Distribution companies, RS Group ranks worse than 62.03% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, RS Group's Enterprise Value is €4,308 Mil.
RS Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €304 Mil. Therefore, RS Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for RS Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:ECN'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.44 Med: 21.96 Max: 32.15
Current: 13.95
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of RS Group was 32.15. The lowest was 10.44. And the median was 21.96.
FRA:ECN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 62.03% of 158
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.775
vs FRA:ECN: 13.95
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.
RS Group's share price for today is €8.45.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. RS Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.398.
* 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.
RS Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms
RS Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for RS Group'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 Industrial Distribution subindustry, RS Group'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.
RS Group EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, RS Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where RS Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
RS Group's current Enterprise Value is €4,308 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. RS Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €304 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.
RS Group (FRA:ECN) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.17 as of Aug. 14, 2026. This is 35% below median its historical median of 21.96. Over the past decade, RS Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.44 to 32.15. According to the industry distribution chart, RS Group ranks #98 out of 158 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 62%.
Is RS Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
RS Group's current EV-to-OCF of 14.17 is 35% below median its 10-year median of 21.96. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.44 to a high of 32.15. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.78. RS Group's value of 14.17 is 61.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, RS Group ranks #98 out of 158 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, RS Group has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RS Group's EV-to-OCF compare to GWW and FAST?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, RS Group ranks #98 out of 158 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places RS Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.78. RS Group's value of 14.17 is 61.5% above this benchmark. Historically, RS Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.44 to 32.15 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.96 vs. the industry median of 8.78, RS Group 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 Distribution company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.78, based on 158 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. RS Group's current EV-to-OCF of 14.17 is 61.5% 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 Distribution industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RS Group's current EV-to-OCF is 14.17, which is 35% below median its own 10-year median of 21.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is RS Group stock overvalued right now?
RS Group (FRA:ECN) has a current EV-to-OCF of 14.17. The stock's GF Value™ is €8.13, compared to a current price of €8.45 — trading 3.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.17, which is 35% below median its 10-year median of 21.96 and 61.5% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.78. RS Group's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 10 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 RS Group (FRA:ECN), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.17 as of Aug. 14, 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 RS Group (FRA:ECN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RS Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €8.45 is trading 3.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €8.13.
Key valuation signals for FRA:ECN:
EV-to-OCF: 14.17 (35% below median its 10-year median of 21.96)
GF Value™: €8.13 vs. price of €8.45 (3.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 61.5% above the Industrial Distribution median (#98 of 158)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:ECN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
RS Group PLC distributes industrial products and provides product and service solutions for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) activities. Its product portfolio includes a broad range of industrial products supplied to customers involved in industrial design, manufacturing, and maintenance. The company's operating segments include EMEA, Americas, and Asia Pacific. The majority of revenue is derived from the EMEA segment.
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