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EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Mercer International's Enterprise Value is $1,596 Mil.
Mercer International's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-85 Mil. Therefore, Mercer International's EV-to-OCF for today is -18.85.
The historical rank and industry rank for Mercer International's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
MERC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1780.74 Med: 9.23 Max: 189.33
Current: -18.85
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Mercer International was 189.33. The lowest was -1780.74. And the median was 9.23.
MERC's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 87.37% of 285
companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 7.89
vs MERC: -18.85
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.
Mercer International (NAS:MERC) 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.
Mercer International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Mercer International's share price for today is $0.5026.
Mercer International'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 $-7.730.
* 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.
Mercer International EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Mercer International EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Mercer International'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 Paper & Paper Products subindustry, Mercer International'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.
Mercer International EV-to-OCF vs Forest Products Industry
For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Mercer International's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Mercer International's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Mercer International's current Enterprise Value is $1,596 Mil.
Mercer International'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 $-85 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.
Mercer International (MERC) has a EV-to-OCF of -18.85 as of Aug. 14, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Mercer International ranks #36 out of 285 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 12.6%.
Is Mercer International's EV-to-OCF too high?
Mercer International's current EV-to-OCF is -18.85. Based on the distribution chart, Mercer International ranks #36 out of 285 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Mercer International has a GF Score™ of 45/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mercer International's EV-to-OCF compare to ITP and SLVM?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Mercer International ranks #36 out of 285 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Mercer International in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.89. 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Forest Products companies is 7.89, based on 285 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 Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mercer International's current EV-to-OCF is -18.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Mercer International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mercer International (MERC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.74, compared to a current price of $0.50 — trading 91.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -18.85. Mercer International's overall GF Score™ is 45/100 with 6 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 Mercer International (MERC), the current EV-to-OCF is -18.85 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 Mercer International (MERC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mercer International stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $0.50 is trading 91.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.74.
GuruFocus considers Mercer International to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for MERC:
EV-to-OCF: -18.85
GF Value™: $5.74 vs. price of $0.50 (91.2% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MERC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Mercer International Inc is a forest products company with two reportable operating segments in pulp and solid wood. The pulp segment consists of the manufacture, sale, and distribution of pulp, electricity, and chemicals. The company has a geographical presence in the USA, Germany, China, and Other countries, where the maximum of revenue is generated from the China. The majority of the revenue is generated from the Pulp segment.
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