ICE (Intercontinental Exchange) EV-to-OCF: 19.07 (As of Aug. 14, 2026) — 17% Below Median

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ICE Intercontinental Exchange Inc ICE
85 GF Score
Price $155.24
GF Value $171.73
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Intercontinental Exchange EV-to-OCF?

Intercontinental Exchange ICE +2.58% 85 EV-to-OCF is 19.07 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 17% below its 10-year median of 22.89. GuruFocus rates ICE with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $171.73 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 810 Capital Markets companies, Intercontinental Exchange ranks worse than 82.59% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Intercontinental Exchange's Enterprise Value is $105,156 Mil. Intercontinental Exchange's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $5,514 Mil. Therefore, Intercontinental Exchange's EV-to-OCF for today is 19.07.

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

ICE' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.92   Med: 22.89   Max: 30.61
Current: 19.07

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Intercontinental Exchange was 30.61. The lowest was 16.92. And the median was 22.89.

ICE's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
82.59% of 810 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: -0.1 vs ICE: 19.07

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 (2026-08-14), Intercontinental Exchange's stock price is $155.24. Intercontinental Exchange's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $7.080. Therefore, Intercontinental Exchange's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 21.93.


Intercontinental Exchange  (NYSE:ICE) 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.

Intercontinental Exchange's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=155.24/7.080
=21.93

Intercontinental Exchange's share price for today is $155.24.
Intercontinental Exchange'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 $7.080.

* 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.


Intercontinental Exchange EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Intercontinental Exchange EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Intercontinental Exchange'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.

Intercontinental Exchange EV-to-OCF Chart

Intercontinental Exchange Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Intercontinental Exchange 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 25.03 23.19 23.29 21.14 15.79

ICE vs MCO, CME, NDAQ: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Financial Data & Stock Exchanges subindustry, Intercontinental Exchange'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.


Intercontinental Exchange EV-to-OCF vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Intercontinental Exchange's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Intercontinental Exchange EV-to-OCF Calculation

Intercontinental Exchange's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=105155.880/5514
=19.07

Intercontinental Exchange's current Enterprise Value is $105,156 Mil.
Intercontinental Exchange'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 $5,514 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 19.07 mean?
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.07 as of Aug. 14, 2026. This is 17% below median its historical median of 22.89. Over the past decade, Intercontinental Exchange's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 16.92 to 30.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Intercontinental Exchange ranks #669 out of 810 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 82.6%.
Is Intercontinental Exchange's EV-to-OCF too high?
Intercontinental Exchange's current EV-to-OCF of 19.07 is 17% below median its 10-year median of 22.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.92 to a high of 30.61. Based on the distribution chart, Intercontinental Exchange ranks #669 out of 810 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Intercontinental Exchange has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Intercontinental Exchange's EV-to-OCF compare to MCO and CME?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Intercontinental Exchange ranks #669 out of 810 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Intercontinental Exchange in the lower half of its industry. Historically, Intercontinental Exchange's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 16.92 to 30.61 over the past decade. 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 Capital Markets company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Capital Markets industry context. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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. Intercontinental Exchange's current EV-to-OCF is 19.07, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 22.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Intercontinental Exchange stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $171.73, compared to a current price of $155.24 — trading 9.6% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.07, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 22.89. Intercontinental Exchange's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.07 as of Aug. 14, 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 Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Intercontinental Exchange stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $155.24 is trading 9.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $171.73. GuruFocus considers Intercontinental Exchange to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ICE:

  • EV-to-OCF: 19.07 (17% below median its 10-year median of 22.89)
  • GF Value™: $171.73 vs. price of $155.24 (9.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 3 warning signs

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


Intercontinental Exchange Business Description

Address 5660 New Northside Drive, Atlanta, GA, USA, 30328
Intercontinental Exchange is a vertically integrated operator of financial exchanges and provides ancillary data products. Though the company is probably best known for its ownership of the New York Stock Exchange, which it acquired in 2013, ICE operates a large derivatives exchange, too. The company's largest commodity futures product is the ICE Brent crude futures contract. In addition to the exchanges business, which is about 54% of net revenue, Intercontinental Exchange has used a series of acquisitions to create its mortgage technology business (22% of net revenue) and fixed-income and data-services segment (24% of net revenue).
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