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SoftcatFRA:SF5 +0.85%80 EV-to-OCF is 19.86 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 27.82. GuruFocus rates FRA:SF5 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €30.39. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,499 Hardware companies, Softcat ranks worse than 68.11% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Softcat's Enterprise Value is €4,488 Mil.
Softcat's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €226 Mil. Therefore, Softcat's EV-to-OCF for today is 19.86.
The historical rank and industry rank for Softcat's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:SF5'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.13 Med: 27.82 Max: 59.26
Current: 19.63
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Softcat was 59.26. The lowest was 15.13. And the median was 27.82.
FRA:SF5's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 68.11% of 2499
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 8.08
vs FRA:SF5: 19.63
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.
Softcat's share price for today is €23.80.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Softcat's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €0.809.
* 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.
Softcat EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Softcat EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Softcat'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 Electronics & Computer Distribution subindustry, Softcat'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.
Softcat EV-to-OCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Softcat's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Softcat's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Softcat's current Enterprise Value is €4,488 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Softcat's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was €226 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.
Softcat (FRA:SF5) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.86 as of Aug. 23, 2026. This is 29% below median its historical median of 27.82. Over the past decade, Softcat's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.13 to 59.26. According to the industry distribution chart, Softcat ranks #1702 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 68.1%.
Is Softcat's EV-to-OCF too high?
Softcat's current EV-to-OCF of 19.86 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 27.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.13 to a high of 59.26. The Hardware industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.08. Softcat's value of 19.86 is 145.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Softcat ranks #1702 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Softcat has a GF Score™ of 80/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Softcat's EV-to-OCF compare to SNX and ARW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Softcat ranks #1702 out of 2499 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Softcat in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.08. Softcat's value of 19.86 is 145.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Softcat's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.13 to 59.26 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 27.82 vs. the industry median of 8.08, Softcat 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 8.08, based on 2,499 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. Softcat's current EV-to-OCF of 19.86 is 145.8% 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 8.08 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Softcat's current EV-to-OCF is 19.86, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 27.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Softcat stock overvalued right now?
Softcat (FRA:SF5) has a current EV-to-OCF of 19.86. The stock's GF Value™ is €30.39, compared to a current price of €23.80 — trading 21.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.86, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 27.82 and 145.8% above the Hardware industry median of 8.08. Softcat's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Softcat (FRA:SF5), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.86 as of Aug. 23, 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 Softcat (FRA:SF5) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Softcat stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €23.80 is trading 21.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €30.39.
Key valuation signals for FRA:SF5:
EV-to-OCF: 19.86 (29% below median its 10-year median of 27.82)
GF Value™: €30.39 vs. price of €23.80 (21.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 145.8% above the Hardware median (#1702 of 2499)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:SF5 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Softcat PLC is an information technology infrastructure and service provider offering software licensing, workplace technology, networking and security, and cloud and data center solutions to corporates, public sector organizations, and small to medium-sized businesses, with the latter being the main business provider. It earns revenue from software, hardware, and services, including its own services, with the majority derived from software products. Its solutions include Workspace, Cyber Security, Networking and Connectivity, Data, Automation and AI, and Hybrid Cloud Solutions. The company serves Small to Medium Businesses, Enterprise, Multinational Services, and the Public Sector including healthcare, education, government, defence, police, and emergency services.
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