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Kurita Water IndustriesFRA:KWI -4.30%89 EV-to-OCF is 16.87 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 27% above its 10-year median of 13.24. GuruFocus rates FRA:KWI with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of €34.92 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,074 Industrial Products companies, Kurita Water Industries ranks worse than 59.99% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kurita Water Industries's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:KWI'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.78 Med: 13.24 Max: 26.62
Current: 17.42
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Kurita Water Industries was 26.62. The lowest was 5.78. And the median was 13.24.
FRA:KWI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 59.99% of 3074
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.86
vs FRA:KWI: 17.42
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.
Kurita Water Industries (FRA:KWI) 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.
Kurita Water Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Kurita Water Industries's share price for today is €46.24.
Kurita Water Industries'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 €1.262.
* 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 Pollution & Treatment Controls subindustry, Kurita Water Industries'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.
Kurita Water Industries EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Kurita Water Industries's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kurita Water Industries's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Kurita Water Industries's current Enterprise Value is €5,307 Mil.
Kurita Water Industries'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 €315 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.
Kurita Water Industries (FRA:KWI) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.87 as of Aug. 11, 2026. This is 27% above median its historical median of 13.24. Over the past decade, Kurita Water Industries' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.78 to 26.62. According to the industry distribution chart, Kurita Water Industries ranks #1844 out of 3074 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 60%.
Is Kurita Water Industries' EV-to-OCF too high?
Kurita Water Industries' current EV-to-OCF of 16.87 is 27% above median its 10-year median of 13.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.78 to a high of 26.62. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.86. Kurita Water Industries' value of 16.87 is 42.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kurita Water Industries ranks #1844 out of 3074 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kurita Water Industries has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kurita Water Industries' EV-to-OCF compare to VLTO and ZWS?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Kurita Water Industries ranks #1844 out of 3074 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Kurita Water Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.86. Kurita Water Industries' value of 16.87 is 42.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Kurita Water Industries' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.78 to 26.62 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.24 vs. the industry median of 11.86, Kurita Water Industries 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 11.86, based on 3,074 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. Kurita Water Industries's current EV-to-OCF of 16.87 is 42.2% 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 Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.86 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kurita Water Industries's current EV-to-OCF is 16.87, which is 27% above median its own 10-year median of 13.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kurita Water Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kurita Water Industries (FRA:KWI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €34.92, compared to a current price of €46.24 — trading 32.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.87, which is 27% above median its 10-year median of 13.24 and 42.2% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.86. Kurita Water Industries' overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 3 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 Kurita Water Industries (FRA:KWI), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.87 as of Aug. 11, 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 Kurita Water Industries (FRA:KWI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kurita Water Industries stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €46.24 is trading 32.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €34.92.
GuruFocus considers Kurita Water Industries to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:KWI:
EV-to-OCF: 16.87 (27% above median its 10-year median of 13.24)
GF Value™: €34.92 vs. price of €46.24 (32.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 42.2% above the Industrial Products median (#1844 of 3074)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:KWI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kurita Water Industries Ltd. is a provider of water treatment solutions in Japan. It operates through two segments: the Electronic market and the General water treatment market. The company provides a wide range of water treatment chemicals, systems, and services, including wastewater and ultrapure water solutions, facility maintenance, and environmental remediation, serving both industrial and household needs.
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