Wolters Kluwer NV (HAM:WOSB) EV-to-OCF: 11.53 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 40% Below Median

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HAM:WOSB Wolters Kluwer NV HAM:WOSB
73 GF Score
Price €69.40
GF Value €154.80
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Wolters Kluwer NV EV-to-OCF?

Wolters Kluwer NV HAM:WOSB -1.62% 73 EV-to-OCF is 11.53 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 19.27. GuruFocus rates HAM:WOSB with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of €154.80 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,096 Business Services companies, Wolters Kluwer NV ranks worse than 66.33% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Wolters Kluwer NV's Enterprise Value is €19,504 Mil. Wolters Kluwer NV's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,692 Mil. Therefore, Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.53.

The historical rank and industry rank for Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

HAM:WOSB' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.32   Med: 19.27   Max: 27.64
Current: 11.69

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Wolters Kluwer NV was 27.64. The lowest was 10.32. And the median was 19.27.

HAM:WOSB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
66.33% of 1096 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.075 vs HAM:WOSB: 11.69

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 (2026-08-07), Wolters Kluwer NV's stock price is €69.40. Wolters Kluwer NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €5.850. Therefore, Wolters Kluwer NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 11.86.


Wolters Kluwer NV  (HAM:WOSB) 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.

Wolters Kluwer NV's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=69.40/5.850
=11.86

Wolters Kluwer NV's share price for today is €69.40.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Wolters Kluwer NV's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €5.850.

* 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.


Wolters Kluwer NV EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Wolters Kluwer NV EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Wolters Kluwer NV'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.

Wolters Kluwer NV EV-to-OCF Chart

Wolters Kluwer NV Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Wolters Kluwer NV Semi-Annual Data
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EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 24.61 0.00 14.38 0.00

HAM:WOSB vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Wolters Kluwer NV'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.


Wolters Kluwer NV EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Wolters Kluwer NV EV-to-OCF Calculation

Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=19503.614/1692
=11.53

Wolters Kluwer NV's current Enterprise Value is €19,504 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Wolters Kluwer NV's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,692 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 11.53 mean?
Wolters Kluwer NV (HAM:WOSB) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.53 as of Aug. 07, 2026. This is 40% below median its historical median of 19.27. Over the past decade, Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.32 to 27.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Wolters Kluwer NV ranks #727 out of 1096 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 66.3%.
Is Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF too high?
Wolters Kluwer NV's current EV-to-OCF of 11.53 is 40% below median its 10-year median of 19.27. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.32 to a high of 27.64. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.08. Wolters Kluwer NV's value of 11.53 is 63% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Wolters Kluwer NV ranks #727 out of 1096 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Wolters Kluwer NV has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Wolters Kluwer NV's EV-to-OCF compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Wolters Kluwer NV ranks #727 out of 1096 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Wolters Kluwer NV in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.08. Wolters Kluwer NV's value of 11.53 is 63% above this benchmark. Historically, Wolters Kluwer NV's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.32 to 27.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.27 vs. the industry median of 7.08, Wolters Kluwer NV 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Business Services companies is 7.08, based on 1,096 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. Wolters Kluwer NV's current EV-to-OCF of 11.53 is 63% 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 Business Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.08 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Wolters Kluwer NV's current EV-to-OCF is 11.53, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 19.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Wolters Kluwer NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Wolters Kluwer NV (HAM:WOSB) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €154.80, compared to a current price of €69.40 — trading 55.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.53, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 19.27 and 63% above the Business Services industry median of 7.08. Wolters Kluwer NV's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Wolters Kluwer NV (HAM:WOSB), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.53 as of Aug. 07, 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 Wolters Kluwer NV (HAM:WOSB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Wolters Kluwer NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €69.40 is trading 55.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €154.80. GuruFocus considers Wolters Kluwer NV to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HAM:WOSB:

  • EV-to-OCF: 11.53 (40% below median its 10-year median of 19.27)
  • GF Value™: €154.80 vs. price of €69.40 (55.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 63% above the Business Services median (#727 of 1096)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HAM:WOSB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Wolters Kluwer NV Business Description

Address Zuidpoolsingel 2, P.O. Box 1030, Alphen aan den Rijn, ZH, NLD, 2400
Wolters Kluwer is a global provider of professional information, software solutions, and services in health; tax and accounting; environmental, social, and governance; finance; compliance; and legal. More than 60% of revenue is generated in North America and around 30% is from Europe.
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