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Insteel IndustriesIIIN +1.08%80 EV-to-OCF is 599.67 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 5541% above its 10-year median of 10.63. GuruFocus rates IIIN with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $38.45 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,076 Industrial Products companies, Insteel Industries ranks worse than 99.06% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Insteel Industries's Enterprise Value is $612.3 Mil.
Insteel Industries's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1.0 Mil. Therefore, Insteel Industries's EV-to-OCF for today is 599.67.
The historical rank and industry rank for Insteel Industries's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
IIIN'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -40.45 Med: 10.63 Max: 604.01
Current: 599.67
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Insteel Industries was 604.01. The lowest was -40.45. And the median was 10.63.
IIIN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 99.06% of 3076
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.415
vs IIIN: 599.67
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.
Insteel Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Insteel Industries's share price for today is $32.68.
Insteel Industries'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 $1.860.
* 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.
Insteel Industries EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Insteel Industries EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Insteel Industries'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 Metal Fabrication subindustry, Insteel Industries'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.
Insteel Industries EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Insteel Industries's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Insteel Industries's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Insteel Industries's current Enterprise Value is $612.3 Mil.
Insteel Industries'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 $1.0 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.
Insteel Industries (IIIN) has a EV-to-OCF of 599.67 as of Jul. 26, 2026. This is 5541% above median its historical median of 10.63. According to the industry distribution chart, Insteel Industries ranks #3047 out of 3076 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 99.1%.
Is Insteel Industries' EV-to-OCF too high?
Insteel Industries' current EV-to-OCF of 599.67 is 5541% above median its 10-year median of 10.63. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.42. Insteel Industries' value of 599.67 is 5153.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Insteel Industries ranks #3047 out of 3076 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Insteel Industries has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Insteel Industries' EV-to-OCF compare to TG and MEC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Insteel Industries ranks #3047 out of 3076 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Insteel Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.42. Insteel Industries' value of 599.67 is 5153.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.63 vs. the industry median of 11.42, Insteel Industries 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 11.42, based on 3,076 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. Insteel Industries's current EV-to-OCF of 599.67 is 5153.4% 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 11.42 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Insteel Industries's current EV-to-OCF is 599.67, which is 5541% above median its own 10-year median of 10.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Insteel Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Insteel Industries (IIIN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $38.45, compared to a current price of $32.68 — trading 15% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 599.67, which is 5541% above median its 10-year median of 10.63 and 5153.4% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.42. Insteel Industries' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Insteel Industries (IIIN), the current EV-to-OCF is 599.67 as of Jul. 26, 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 Insteel Industries (IIIN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Insteel Industries stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $32.68 is trading 15% below its estimated GF Value™ of $38.45.
GuruFocus considers Insteel Industries to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for IIIN:
EV-to-OCF: 599.67 (5541% above median its 10-year median of 10.63)
GF Value™: $38.45 vs. price of $32.68 (15% below fair value)
Industry Position: 5153.4% above the Industrial Products median (#3047 of 3076)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IIIN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Insteel Industries Inc produces and sells prestressed concrete strand (PC strand) and welded wire reinforcement (WWR). PC strand, a high-strength seven-wire cable, is used to strengthen precast concrete in structures like bridges, parking decks, and buildings, enabling longer spans and slimmer designs. WWR includes engineered structural mesh for primary reinforcement, concrete pipe reinforcement for drainage and sewage systems, and standard WWR for crack control in residential and light commercial construction. The company serves markets in the United States and internationally, with the majority of revenue generated in the United States.
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