IDWM (IDW Media Holdings) EV-to-OCF: -35.68 (As of Aug. 11, 2026)

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IDWM IDW Media Holdings Inc IDWM
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Price $32.55
GF Value $20.60
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is IDW Media Holdings EV-to-OCF?

IDW Media Holdings IDWM 49 EV-to-OCF is -35.68 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates IDWM with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of $20.60 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,018 Media - Diversified companies, IDW Media Holdings ranks better than 91.85% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, IDW Media Holdings's Enterprise Value is $1.21 Mil. IDW Media Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-0.03 Mil. Therefore, IDW Media Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is -35.68.

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

IDWM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5000   Med: -2.27   Max: 534.79
Current: -35.68

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of IDW Media Holdings was 534.79. The lowest was -5000.00. And the median was -2.27.

IDWM's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
91.85% of 1018 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 4.865 vs IDWM: -35.68

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 (2026-08-11), IDW Media Holdings's stock price is $32.55. IDW Media Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $1.200. Therefore, IDW Media Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 27.13.


IDW Media Holdings  (OTCPK:IDWM) 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.

IDW Media Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=32.55/1.200
=27.13

IDW Media Holdings's share price for today is $32.55.
IDW Media Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.200.

* 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.


IDW Media Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms


IDW Media Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for IDW Media 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.

IDW Media Holdings EV-to-OCF Chart

IDW Media Holdings Annual Data
Trend Oct15 Oct16 Oct17 Oct18 Oct19 Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct24 Oct25
EV-to-OCF
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IDW Media Holdings Quarterly 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 4.60 -46.42 -4.47 -6.77 -32.95

IDWM vs EDUC, TNMG, NYT: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Publishing subindustry, IDW Media 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.


IDW Media Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, IDW Media Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where IDW Media Holdings's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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IDW Media Holdings EV-to-OCF Calculation

IDW Media Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1.213/-0.034
=-35.68

IDW Media Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $1.21 Mil.
IDW Media Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.03 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 -35.68 mean?
IDW Media Holdings (IDWM) has a EV-to-OCF of -35.68 as of Aug. 11, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, IDW Media Holdings ranks #83 out of 1018 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 8.2%.
Is IDW Media Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
IDW Media Holdings' current EV-to-OCF is -35.68. Based on the distribution chart, IDW Media Holdings ranks #83 out of 1018 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, IDW Media Holdings has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IDW Media Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to EDUC and TNMG?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, IDW Media Holdings ranks #83 out of 1018 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places IDW Media Holdings in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.87. 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Media - Diversified companies is 4.87, based on 1,018 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. 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 Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. IDW Media Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is -35.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IDW Media Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDW Media Holdings (IDWM) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $20.60, compared to a current price of $32.55 — trading 58% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -35.68. IDW Media Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 5 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 IDW Media Holdings (IDWM), the current EV-to-OCF is -35.68 as of Aug. 11, 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 IDW Media Holdings (IDWM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, IDW Media Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $32.55 is trading 58% above its estimated GF Value™ of $20.60. GuruFocus considers IDW Media Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for IDWM:

  • EV-to-OCF: -35.68
  • GF Value™: $20.60 vs. price of $32.55 (58% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 5 warning signs

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


IDW Media Holdings Business Description

Address 14144 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 210, Sherman Oaks, Los Angles, CA, USA, 91423
IDW Media Holdings Inc is a diversified media company with operations in publishing, television entertainment, and media distribution. Its segments include IDW Publishing (IDWP), which creates comic books, graphic novels, digital content, and games; and IDW Entertainment (IDWE), which operates as a production company & studio that develops and produces content and formats for international platforms and services. Maximum of revenue is from IDWP segment.
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