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Jacobs SolutionsJ +2.81%73 EV-to-OCF is 34.17 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 84% above its 10-year median of 18.54. GuruFocus rates J with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $125.06 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,785 Construction companies, Jacobs Solutions ranks worse than 86.95% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Jacobs Solutions's Enterprise Value is $19,558 Mil.
Jacobs Solutions's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $572 Mil. Therefore, Jacobs Solutions's EV-to-OCF for today is 34.17.
The historical rank and industry rank for Jacobs Solutions's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
J'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1333.14 Med: 18.54 Max: 51.09
Current: 34.17
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Jacobs Solutions was 51.09. The lowest was -1333.14. And the median was 18.54.
J's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 86.95% of 1785
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 6.87
vs J: 34.17
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.
Jacobs Solutions's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Jacobs Solutions's share price for today is $138.72.
Jacobs Solutions's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $3.250.
* 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.
Jacobs Solutions EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Jacobs Solutions EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Jacobs Solutions'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 Engineering & Construction subindustry, Jacobs Solutions'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.
Jacobs Solutions EV-to-OCF vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Jacobs Solutions's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Jacobs Solutions's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Jacobs Solutions's current Enterprise Value is $19,558 Mil.
Jacobs Solutions's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $572 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.
Jacobs Solutions (J) has a EV-to-OCF of 34.17 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 84% above median its historical median of 18.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Jacobs Solutions ranks #1552 out of 1785 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 86.9%.
Is Jacobs Solutions' EV-to-OCF too high?
Jacobs Solutions' current EV-to-OCF of 34.17 is 84% above median its 10-year median of 18.54. The Construction industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.87. Jacobs Solutions' value of 34.17 is 397.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Jacobs Solutions ranks #1552 out of 1785 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Jacobs Solutions has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jacobs Solutions' EV-to-OCF compare to APG and DY?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Jacobs Solutions ranks #1552 out of 1785 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Jacobs Solutions in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.87. Jacobs Solutions' value of 34.17 is 397.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.54 vs. the industry median of 6.87, Jacobs Solutions 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Construction companies is 6.87, based on 1,785 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. Jacobs Solutions's current EV-to-OCF of 34.17 is 397.4% 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 Construction industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Jacobs Solutions's current EV-to-OCF is 34.17, which is 84% above median its own 10-year median of 18.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jacobs Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jacobs Solutions (J) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $125.06, compared to a current price of $138.72 — trading 10.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 34.17, which is 84% above median its 10-year median of 18.54 and 397.4% above the Construction industry median of 6.87. Jacobs Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Jacobs Solutions (J), the current EV-to-OCF is 34.17 as of Aug. 03, 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 Jacobs Solutions (J) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jacobs Solutions stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $138.72 is trading 10.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $125.06.
GuruFocus considers Jacobs Solutions to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for J:
EV-to-OCF: 34.17 (84% above median its 10-year median of 18.54)
GF Value™: $125.06 vs. price of $138.72 (10.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 397.4% above the Construction median (#1552 of 1785)
No single metric tells the full story. See the J stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Jacobs Solutions is a global provider of engineering, design, procurement, construction, and maintenance services as well as cyber engineering and security solutions. The firm serves industrial, commercial, and government clients in a wide variety of sectors, including water, transportation, healthcare, technology, and chemicals. Jacobs Solutions employs approximately 60,000 workers. The company generated $12 billion in revenue in fiscal 2025.
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