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Hayward HoldingsHAYW -3.13%66 EV-to-OCF is 14.08 as of Sep. 01, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 19.76. GuruFocus rates HAYW with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.28 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,087 Industrial Products companies, Hayward Holdings ranks worse than 55.69% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Hayward Holdings's Enterprise Value is $3,369 Mil.
Hayward Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $239 Mil. Therefore, Hayward Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.08.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hayward Holdings's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
HAYW'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.66 Med: 19.76 Max: 47.37
Current: 14.08
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Hayward Holdings was 47.37. The lowest was 10.66. And the median was 19.76.
HAYW's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 55.69% of 3087
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.32
vs HAYW: 14.08
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.
Hayward Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Hayward Holdings's share price for today is $13.61.
Hayward Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.740.
* 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.
Hayward Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Hayward Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Hayward Holdings'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 Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Hayward Holdings'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.
Hayward Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Hayward Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hayward Holdings's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Hayward Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $3,369 Mil.
Hayward Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $239 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.
Hayward Holdings (HAYW) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.08 as of Sep. 01, 2026. This is 29% below median its historical median of 19.76. Over the past decade, Hayward Holdings' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.66 to 47.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Hayward Holdings ranks #1719 out of 3087 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 55.7%.
Is Hayward Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
Hayward Holdings' current EV-to-OCF of 14.08 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 19.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.66 to a high of 47.37. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.32. Hayward Holdings' value of 14.08 is 24.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hayward Holdings ranks #1719 out of 3087 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hayward Holdings has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hayward Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to PLUG and ATKR?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Hayward Holdings ranks #1719 out of 3087 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Hayward Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.32. Hayward Holdings' value of 14.08 is 24.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Hayward Holdings' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.66 to 47.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.76 vs. the industry median of 11.32, Hayward Holdings 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 11.32, based on 3,087 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. Hayward Holdings's current EV-to-OCF of 14.08 is 24.4% 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 11.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hayward Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is 14.08, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 19.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hayward Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hayward Holdings (HAYW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.28, compared to a current price of $13.61 — trading 16.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.08, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 19.76 and 24.4% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.32. Hayward Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 4 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 Hayward Holdings (HAYW), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.08 as of Sep. 01, 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 Hayward Holdings (HAYW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hayward Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $13.61 is trading 16.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $16.28.
GuruFocus considers Hayward Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HAYW:
EV-to-OCF: 14.08 (29% below median its 10-year median of 19.76)
GF Value™: $16.28 vs. price of $13.61 (16.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 24.4% above the Industrial Products median (#1719 of 3087)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HAYW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hayward Holdings is a leading manufacturer of energy-efficient swimming pool equipment and pool automation systems. The company offers a wide range of pool equipment, including pumps, filters, heaters, LED lights, and sanitization. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company has around 2,000 full-time employees. Hayward generated approximately $1.1 billion in revenue in 2025.
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