Surface Transforms (LSE:SCE) EV-to-OCF: -2.94 (As of Aug. 23, 2026)

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What is Surface Transforms EV-to-OCF?

Surface Transforms LSE:SCE EV-to-OCF is -2.94 as of Aug. 23, 2026. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Surface Transforms's Enterprise Value is £11.22 Mil. Surface Transforms's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was £-3.81 Mil. Therefore, Surface Transforms's EV-to-OCF for today is -2.94.

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

LSE:SCE' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -113.39   Med: -9.8   Max: 0.32
Current: -2.94

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Surface Transforms was 0.32. The lowest was -113.39. And the median was -9.80.

LSE:SCE's EV-to-OCF is not ranked
in the Vehicles & Parts industry.
Industry Median: 8.35 vs LSE:SCE: -2.94

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 (2026-08-23), Surface Transforms's stock price is £0.00115. Surface Transforms's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was £-0.016. Therefore, Surface Transforms's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Surface Transforms  (LSE:SCE) 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.

Surface Transforms's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.00115/-0.016
=At Loss

Surface Transforms's share price for today is £0.00115.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Surface Transforms's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was £-0.016.

* 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.


Surface Transforms EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Surface Transforms EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Surface Transforms'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.

Surface Transforms EV-to-OCF Chart

Surface Transforms Annual Data
Trend May15 May16 May17 May18 May19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -76.68 -25.17 -12.83 -3.46 -0.92

Surface Transforms Semi-Annual Data
Nov15 May16 Nov16 May17 Nov17 May18 Nov18 May19 Nov19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25
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 0.00 -3.46 0.00 -0.92 0.00

LSE:SCE vs ORLY, AZO, GPC: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Surface Transforms'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.


Surface Transforms EV-to-OCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Surface Transforms's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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



Surface Transforms EV-to-OCF Calculation

Surface Transforms's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=11.218/-3.813
=-2.94

Surface Transforms's current Enterprise Value is £11.22 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Surface Transforms's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was £-3.81 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 -2.94 mean?
Surface Transforms (LSE:SCE) has a EV-to-OCF of -2.94 as of Aug. 23, 2026.
Is Surface Transforms' EV-to-OCF too high?
Surface Transforms' current EV-to-OCF is -2.94.
How does Surface Transforms' EV-to-OCF compare to ORLY and AZO?
Surface Transforms' EV-to-OCF of -2.94 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.35. 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 8.35, based on 1,335 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 Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Surface Transforms's current EV-to-OCF is -2.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Surface Transforms stock overvalued right now?
Surface Transforms (LSE:SCE) has a current EV-to-OCF of -2.94. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.03, compared to a current price of £0.00 — trading 96.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -2.94. 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 Surface Transforms (LSE:SCE), the current EV-to-OCF is -2.94 as of Aug. 23, 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.

Surface Transforms Business Description

Address Acornfield Road, Knowsley Industrial Estate, Image Business Park, Liverpool, GBR, L33 7UF
Surface Transforms PLC is a company that develops, manufactures, and markets carbon-ceramic products for the brakes market. It also engages in developing new products and applications for carbon fiber-reinforced ceramic friction and non-friction materials. The Company operates in a single segment being the manufacture and sale of carbon fiber materials and associated technologies. This segment includes all manufacturing, development, and sales activities related to carbon fiber materials, regardless of the specific market or product application. It has operations spread across the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden the United States of America, the Rest of Europe, and the Rest of the World.