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J. W. MaysMAYS -1.20%51 EV-to-OCF is 61.63 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 49% above its 10-year median of 41.29. GuruFocus rates MAYS with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of $41.84 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,793 Real Estate companies, J. W. Mays ranks worse than 90.41% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, J. W. Mays's Enterprise Value is $111.31 Mil.
J. W. Mays's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $1.81 Mil. Therefore, J. W. Mays's EV-to-OCF for today is 61.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for J. W. Mays's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
MAYS'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -716.52 Med: 41.29 Max: 141.56
Current: 61.63
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of J. W. Mays was 141.56. The lowest was -716.52. And the median was 41.29.
MAYS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 90.41% of 1793
companies
in the Real Estate industry
Industry Median: 7.68
vs MAYS: 61.63
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.
J. W. Mays's share price for today is $41.00.
J. W. Mays's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.580.
* 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.
J. W. Mays EV-to-OCF Related Terms
J. W. Mays EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for J. W. Mays'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 Real Estate Services subindustry, J. W. Mays'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.
J. W. Mays EV-to-OCF vs Real Estate Industry
For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, J. W. Mays's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where J. W. Mays's EV-to-OCF falls into.
J. W. Mays's current Enterprise Value is $111.31 Mil.
J. W. Mays's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.81 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.
J. W. Mays (MAYS) has a EV-to-OCF of 61.63 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 49% above median its historical median of 41.29. According to the industry distribution chart, J. W. Mays ranks #1621 out of 1793 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 90.4%.
Is J. W. Mays' EV-to-OCF too high?
J. W. Mays' current EV-to-OCF of 61.63 is 49% above median its 10-year median of 41.29. The Real Estate industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.68. J. W. Mays' value of 61.63 is 702.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, J. W. Mays ranks #1621 out of 1793 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, J. W. Mays has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does J. W. Mays' EV-to-OCF compare to ASPS and CPTP?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, J. W. Mays ranks #1621 out of 1793 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places J. W. Mays in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.68. J. W. Mays' value of 61.63 is 702.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 41.29 vs. the industry median of 7.68, J. W. Mays 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 Real Estate company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Real Estate companies is 7.68, based on 1,793 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. J. W. Mays's current EV-to-OCF of 61.63 is 702.5% 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 Real Estate industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. J. W. Mays's current EV-to-OCF is 61.63, which is 49% above median its own 10-year median of 41.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is J. W. Mays stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, J. W. Mays (MAYS) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $41.84, compared to a current price of $41.00 — trading 2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 61.63, which is 49% above median its 10-year median of 41.29 and 702.5% above the Real Estate industry median of 7.68. J. W. Mays' overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 3 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 J. W. Mays (MAYS), the current EV-to-OCF is 61.63 as of Aug. 20, 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 J. W. Mays (MAYS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, J. W. Mays stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $41.00 is trading 2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $41.84.
GuruFocus considers J. W. Mays to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for MAYS:
EV-to-OCF: 61.63 (49% above median its 10-year median of 41.29)
GF Value™: $41.84 vs. price of $41.00 (2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 702.5% above the Real Estate median (#1621 of 1793)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MAYS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
J. W. Mays Inc is a real estate company engaged in leasing commercial properties in New York. The company leases office and retail space to tenants under operating leases. Its properties are located in Brooklyn, Circleville, Fishkill, Jamaica, Levittown, and Massapequa.
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