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Methode ElectronicsMEI -1.42%63 EV-to-OCF is 21.12 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 88% above its 10-year median of 11.26. GuruFocus rates MEI with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.97 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,495 Hardware companies, Methode Electronics ranks worse than 68.26% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Methode Electronics's Enterprise Value is $803 Mil.
Methode Electronics's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $38 Mil. Therefore, Methode Electronics's EV-to-OCF for today is 21.12.
The historical rank and industry rank for Methode Electronics's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
MEI'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.81 Med: 11.26 Max: 44.59
Current: 21.12
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Methode Electronics was 44.59. The lowest was 5.81. And the median was 11.26.
MEI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 68.26% of 2495
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 8.96
vs MEI: 21.12
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.
Methode Electronics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Methode Electronics's share price for today is $16.72.
Methode Electronics'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 $-1.010.
* 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.
Methode Electronics EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Methode Electronics EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Methode Electronics'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 Electronic Components subindustry, Methode Electronics'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.
Methode Electronics EV-to-OCF vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Methode Electronics's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Methode Electronics's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Methode Electronics's current Enterprise Value is $803 Mil.
Methode Electronics'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 $38 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.
Methode Electronics (MEI) has a EV-to-OCF of 21.12 as of Aug. 14, 2026. This is 88% above median its historical median of 11.26. Over the past decade, Methode Electronics' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.81 to 44.59. According to the industry distribution chart, Methode Electronics ranks #1703 out of 2495 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 68.3%.
Is Methode Electronics' EV-to-OCF too high?
Methode Electronics' current EV-to-OCF of 21.12 is 88% above median its 10-year median of 11.26. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.81 to a high of 44.59. The Hardware industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.96. Methode Electronics' value of 21.12 is 135.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Methode Electronics ranks #1703 out of 2495 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Methode Electronics has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Methode Electronics' EV-to-OCF compare to KOPN and LPTH?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Methode Electronics ranks #1703 out of 2495 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Methode Electronics in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.96. Methode Electronics' value of 21.12 is 135.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Methode Electronics' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.81 to 44.59 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.26 vs. the industry median of 8.96, Methode Electronics 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Hardware companies is 8.96, based on 2,495 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. Methode Electronics's current EV-to-OCF of 21.12 is 135.7% 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 Hardware industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Methode Electronics's current EV-to-OCF is 21.12, which is 88% above median its own 10-year median of 11.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Methode Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Methode Electronics (MEI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.97, compared to a current price of $16.72 — trading 67.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 21.12, which is 88% above median its 10-year median of 11.26 and 135.7% above the Hardware industry median of 8.96. Methode Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Methode Electronics (MEI), the current EV-to-OCF is 21.12 as of Aug. 14, 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 Methode Electronics (MEI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Methode Electronics stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $16.72 is trading 67.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.97.
GuruFocus considers Methode Electronics to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MEI:
EV-to-OCF: 21.12 (88% above median its 10-year median of 11.26)
GF Value™: $9.97 vs. price of $16.72 (67.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 135.7% above the Hardware median (#1703 of 2495)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Methode Electronics Inc supplier of custom-engineered solutions with sales, engineering, and manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. It designs, engineers, and produces mechatronic products for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) utilizing a broad range of technologies for user interface, light-emitting diode (LED) lighting systems, power distribution, and sensor applications. The firm is organized into various business segments: Automotive, Industrial, Interface, and Medical. The Automotive segment, which generates maximum revenue, supplies electronic and electro-mechanical devices and related products to automobiles, including overhead and center consoles, hidden and ergonomic switches, insert molded components, LED-based lighting, and sensors.
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