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HSII'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -17.25 Med: 5.59 Max: 48.13
Current: 5.41
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Heidrick & Struggles International was 48.13. The lowest was -17.25. And the median was 5.59.
HSII's EV-to-OCF is not ranked
in the Business Services industry.
Industry Median: 7.025
vs HSII: 5.41
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.
Heidrick & Struggles International (NAS:HSII) 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.
Heidrick & Struggles International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Heidrick & Struggles International's share price for today is $59.01.
Heidrick & Struggles International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.710.
* 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.
Heidrick & Struggles International EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Heidrick & Struggles International EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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.
Heidrick & Struggles International EV-to-OCF Chart
For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Heidrick & Struggles International'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.
Heidrick & Struggles International EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Heidrick & Struggles International's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Heidrick & Struggles International's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Heidrick & Struggles International's current Enterprise Value is $800 Mil.
Heidrick & Struggles International's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Sep. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $148 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.
Heidrick & Struggles International (HSII) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.41 as of Jul. 17, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 5.59.
Is Heidrick & Struggles International's EV-to-OCF too high?
Heidrick & Struggles International's current EV-to-OCF of 5.41 is near median its 10-year median of 5.59. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.03. Heidrick & Struggles International's value of 5.41 is 23% below this industry median. Overall, Heidrick & Struggles International has a GF Score™ of 65/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Heidrick & Struggles International's EV-to-OCF compare to MAN and NSP?
Heidrick & Struggles International's EV-to-OCF of 5.41 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.03. Heidrick & Struggles International's value of 5.41 is 23% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.59 vs. the industry median of 7.03, Heidrick & Struggles International has consistently been below 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 7.03, based on 1,092 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. Heidrick & Struggles International's current EV-to-OCF of 5.41 is 23% below 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 7.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Heidrick & Struggles International's current EV-to-OCF is 5.41, which is near median its own 10-year median of 5.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Heidrick & Struggles International stock overvalued right now?
Heidrick & Struggles International (HSII) has a current EV-to-OCF of 5.41. The stock's GF Value™ is $37.59, compared to a current price of $59.01 — trading 57% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.41, which is near median its 10-year median of 5.59 and 23% below the Business Services industry median of 7.03. Heidrick & Struggles International's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 8 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 Heidrick & Struggles International (HSII), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.41 as of Jul. 17, 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 Heidrick & Struggles International (HSII) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heidrick & Struggles International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $59.01 is trading 57% above its estimated GF Value™ of $37.59.
Key valuation signals for HSII:
EV-to-OCF: 5.41 (near median its 10-year median of 5.59)
GF Value™: $37.59 vs. price of $59.01 (57% above fair value)
Industry Position: 23% below the Business Services median
No single metric tells the full story. See the HSII stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Heidrick & Struggles International Business Description
Heidrick & Struggles International Inc is a leadership advisory firm providing executive search and consulting services to businesses and business leaders world wide. The company's operating segments include the executive search business which operates in the Americas; Europe; Asia Pacific and On-Demand Talent and Heidrick Consulting. It generates maximum revenue from the Americas.
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