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Kelly ServicesKELYB +0.88%64 EV-to-OCF is 24.95 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 139% above its 10-year median of 10.42. GuruFocus rates KELYB with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.39 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,090 Business Services companies, Kelly Services ranks worse than 85.78% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Kelly Services's Enterprise Value is $676 Mil.
Kelly Services's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $27 Mil. Therefore, Kelly Services's EV-to-OCF for today is 24.95.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kelly Services's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
KELYB'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -21.4 Med: 10.42 Max: 1703.03
Current: 24.95
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Kelly Services was 1703.03. The lowest was -21.40. And the median was 10.42.
KELYB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 85.78% of 1090
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.22
vs KELYB: 24.95
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.
Kelly Services's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Kelly Services's share price for today is $22.80.
Kelly Services'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 $-7.810.
* 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.
Kelly Services EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Kelly Services EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Kelly Services'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 Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Kelly Services'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.
Kelly Services EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Kelly Services's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kelly Services's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Kelly Services's current Enterprise Value is $676 Mil.
Kelly Services'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 $27 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.
Kelly Services (KELYB) has a EV-to-OCF of 24.95 as of Aug. 11, 2026. This is 139% above median its historical median of 10.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Kelly Services ranks #935 out of 1090 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 85.8%.
Is Kelly Services' EV-to-OCF too high?
Kelly Services' current EV-to-OCF of 24.95 is 139% above median its 10-year median of 10.42. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.22. Kelly Services' value of 24.95 is 245.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kelly Services ranks #935 out of 1090 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kelly Services has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kelly Services' EV-to-OCF compare to TBI and HQI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Kelly Services ranks #935 out of 1090 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Kelly Services in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.22. Kelly Services' value of 24.95 is 245.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.42 vs. the industry median of 7.22, Kelly Services 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Business Services companies is 7.22, based on 1,090 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. Kelly Services's current EV-to-OCF of 24.95 is 245.6% 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 Business Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kelly Services's current EV-to-OCF is 24.95, which is 139% above median its own 10-year median of 10.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kelly Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelly Services (KELYB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.39, compared to a current price of $22.80 — trading 17.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 24.95, which is 139% above median its 10-year median of 10.42 and 245.6% above the Business Services industry median of 7.22. Kelly Services' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 11 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 Kelly Services (KELYB), the current EV-to-OCF is 24.95 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 Kelly Services (KELYB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelly Services stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $22.80 is trading 17.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.39.
GuruFocus considers Kelly Services to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KELYB:
EV-to-OCF: 24.95 (139% above median its 10-year median of 10.42)
GF Value™: $19.39 vs. price of $22.80 (17.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 245.6% above the Business Services median (#935 of 1090)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KELYB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kelly Services Inc is a specialty talent solutions company. The company operates through three reportable segments: i) Enterprise Talent Management, which provides temporary staffing, outsourcing, and permanent placement services across industrial, contact center, and clerical roles, ii) Science, Engineering & Technology, which supplies specialized talent across multiple industries, and iii) Education, which delivers staffing, placement, and executive search services to Pre-K-12 school districts and education organizations in the United States. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Enterprise Talent Management segment. Geographically, it generates the maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Europe and the Asia-Pacific Region.
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