HY (Hyster Yale) EV-to-OCF: 14.05 (As of Sep. 09, 2026) — 32% Above Median

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HY Hyster Yale Inc HY
70 GF Score
Price $35.68
GF Value $37.47
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Hyster Yale EV-to-OCF?

Hyster Yale HY -0.03% 70 EV-to-OCF is 14.05 as of Sep. 09, 2026, which is 32% above its 10-year median of 10.67. GuruFocus rates HY with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.47 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 216 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, Hyster Yale ranks worse than 57.87% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Hyster Yale's Enterprise Value is $1,087 Mil. Hyster Yale's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $77 Mil. Therefore, Hyster Yale's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.05.

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

HY' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -151.12   Med: 10.67   Max: 85.06
Current: 14.05

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Hyster Yale was 85.06. The lowest was -151.12. And the median was 10.67.

HY's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
57.87% of 216 companies
in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry
Industry Median: 10.555 vs HY: 14.05

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 (2026-09-09), Hyster Yale's stock price is $35.68. Hyster Yale's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-6.560. Therefore, Hyster Yale's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Hyster Yale  (NYSE:HY) 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.

Hyster Yale's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=35.68/-6.560
=At Loss

Hyster Yale's share price for today is $35.68.
Hyster Yale'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 $-6.560.

* 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.


Hyster Yale EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Hyster Yale EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hyster Yale'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.

Hyster Yale EV-to-OCF Chart

Hyster Yale Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -4.62 23.23 10.48 7.92 12.38

Hyster Yale Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 7.88 9.69 12.38 11.45 13.90

HY vs WNC, CMCO, MTW: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Hyster Yale'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.


Hyster Yale EV-to-OCF vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Hyster Yale's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hyster Yale's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Hyster Yale EV-to-OCF Calculation

Hyster Yale's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1087.157/77.4
=14.05

Hyster Yale's current Enterprise Value is $1,087 Mil.
Hyster Yale'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 $77 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 14.05 mean?
Hyster Yale (HY) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.05 as of Sep. 09, 2026. This is 32% above median its historical median of 10.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Hyster Yale ranks #125 out of 216 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 57.9%.
Is Hyster Yale's EV-to-OCF too high?
Hyster Yale's current EV-to-OCF of 14.05 is 32% above median its 10-year median of 10.67. The Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.56. Hyster Yale's value of 14.05 is 33.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hyster Yale ranks #125 out of 216 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hyster Yale has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hyster Yale's EV-to-OCF compare to WNC and CMCO?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, Hyster Yale ranks #125 out of 216 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Hyster Yale in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.56. Hyster Yale's value of 14.05 is 33.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.67 vs. the industry median of 10.56, Hyster Yale 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies is 10.56, based on 216 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. Hyster Yale's current EV-to-OCF of 14.05 is 33.1% 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.56 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hyster Yale's current EV-to-OCF is 14.05, which is 32% above median its own 10-year median of 10.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hyster Yale stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hyster Yale (HY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $37.47, compared to a current price of $35.68 — trading 4.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.05, which is 32% above median its 10-year median of 10.67 and 33.1% above the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median of 10.56. Hyster Yale's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Hyster Yale (HY), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.05 as of Sep. 09, 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 Hyster Yale (HY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hyster Yale stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $35.68 is trading 4.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $37.47. GuruFocus considers Hyster Yale to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HY:

  • EV-to-OCF: 14.05 (32% above median its 10-year median of 10.67)
  • GF Value™: $37.47 vs. price of $35.68 (4.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 33.1% above the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery median (#125 of 216)

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


Hyster Yale Business Description

Other Exchanges HYEA:Germany
Address 5875 Landerbrook Drive, Suite 300, Cleveland, OH, USA, 44124-4069
Hyster Yale Inc designs, engineers, manufactures, sells, and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments, aftermarket parts, and technology solutions marketed globally under the Hyster and Yale brand names. The company has four segments, which include three in the lift truck business as discussed below, as well as Bolzoni S.p.A. (Bolzoni). The majority of its revenue is generated from Lift Trucks. Geographically, it operates in America, EMEA, and JAPIC regions, of which maximum revenue is generated from its business in America, which includes lift truck operations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America.
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