LSHGF (Louis Hachette Group) EV-to-OCF: 5.93 (As of Sep. 06, 2026) — 15% Above Median

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What is Louis Hachette Group EV-to-OCF?

Louis Hachette Group LSHGF 15 EV-to-OCF is 5.93 as of Sep. 06, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 5.14. GuruFocus rates LSHGF with a GF Score™ of 15/100. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,086 Business Services companies, Louis Hachette Group ranks better than 59.76% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Louis Hachette Group's Enterprise Value is $7,996 Mil. Louis Hachette Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,349 Mil. Therefore, Louis Hachette Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.93.

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

LSHGF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.89   Med: 5.14   Max: 31.13
Current: 5.1

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Louis Hachette Group was 31.13. The lowest was 4.89. And the median was 5.14.

LSHGF's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
59.76% of 1086 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.11 vs LSHGF: 5.10

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 (2026-09-06), Louis Hachette Group's stock price is $1.85. Louis Hachette Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $0.000. Therefore, Louis Hachette Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is N/A.


Louis Hachette Group  (OTCPK:LSHGF) 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.

Louis Hachette Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.85/0.000
=N/A

Louis Hachette Group's share price for today is $1.85.
Louis Hachette Group'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 $0.000.

* 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.


Louis Hachette Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Louis Hachette Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Louis Hachette Group'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.

Louis Hachette Group EV-to-OCF Chart

Louis Hachette Group Annual Data
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EV-to-OCF
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Louis Hachette Group Quarterly Data
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EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 5.06 0.00 4.98 0.00

LSHGF vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Louis Hachette Group'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.


Louis Hachette Group EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Louis Hachette Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Louis Hachette Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Louis Hachette Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

Louis Hachette Group's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=7996.212/1349
=5.93

Louis Hachette Group's current Enterprise Value is $7,996 Mil.
Louis Hachette Group'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 $1,349 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 5.93 mean?
Louis Hachette Group (LSHGF) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.93 as of Sep. 06, 2026. This is 15% above median its historical median of 5.14. Over the past decade, Louis Hachette Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.89 to 31.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Louis Hachette Group ranks #437 out of 1086 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 40.2%.
Is Louis Hachette Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
Louis Hachette Group's current EV-to-OCF of 5.93 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 5.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.89 to a high of 31.13. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.11. Louis Hachette Group's value of 5.93 is 16.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Louis Hachette Group ranks #437 out of 1086 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Louis Hachette Group has a GF Score™ of 15/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Louis Hachette Group's EV-to-OCF compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Louis Hachette Group ranks #437 out of 1086 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Louis Hachette Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.11. Louis Hachette Group's value of 5.93 is 16.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Louis Hachette Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.89 to 31.13 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.14 vs. the industry median of 7.11, Louis Hachette Group has consistently been below 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 7.11, based on 1,086 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. Louis Hachette Group's current EV-to-OCF of 5.93 is 16.6% below 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 7.11 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Louis Hachette Group's current EV-to-OCF is 5.93, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 5.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Louis Hachette Group stock overvalued right now?
Louis Hachette Group (LSHGF) has a current EV-to-OCF of 5.93. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.93, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 5.14 and 16.6% below the Business Services industry median of 7.11. Louis Hachette Group's overall GF Score™ is 15/100 with 7 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 Louis Hachette Group (LSHGF), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.93 as of Sep. 06, 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.

Louis Hachette Group Business Description

Address 4, rue de Presbourg, Paris, FRA, 75116
Louis Hachette Group is engaged in Publishing, Travel Retail and Magazines and Online Media.
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