Safran (MEX:SAFN) EV-to-OCF: 21.20 (As of Aug. 09, 2026) — 10% Above Median

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MEX:SAFN Safran SA MEX:SAFN
81 GF Score
Price MXN6,555.71
GF Value MXN5,213.98
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Safran EV-to-OCF?

Safran MEX:SAFN 81 EV-to-OCF is 21.20 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 19.19. GuruFocus rates MEX:SAFN with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN5,213.98 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 359 Aerospace & Defense companies, Safran ranks worse than 62.4% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Safran's Enterprise Value is MXN2,917,748 Mil. Safran's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN137,628 Mil. Therefore, Safran's EV-to-OCF for today is 21.20.

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

MEX:SAFN' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.08   Med: 19.19   Max: 31.45
Current: 21.98

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Safran was 31.45. The lowest was 10.08. And the median was 19.19.

MEX:SAFN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
62.4% of 359 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 14.48 vs MEX:SAFN: 21.98

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 (2026-08-09), Safran's stock price is MXN6555.71. Safran's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN192.210. Therefore, Safran's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 34.11.


Safran  (MEX:SAFN) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6555.71/192.210
=34.11

Safran's share price for today is MXN6555.71.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Safran's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN192.210.

* 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.


Safran EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Safran EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Safran'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.

Safran EV-to-OCF Chart

Safran Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.77 14.14 15.50 18.46 21.51

Safran Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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 18.46 0.00 21.51 0.00

MEX:SAFN vs SPCX, GE, RTX: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Safran'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.


Safran EV-to-OCF vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Safran's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


MEX:SAFN
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Safran EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=2917747.921/137627.899
=21.20

Safran's current Enterprise Value is MXN2,917,748 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Safran's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN137,628 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 21.20 mean?
Safran (MEX:SAFN) has a EV-to-OCF of 21.20 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is 10% above median its historical median of 19.19. Over the past decade, Safran's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.08 to 31.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Safran ranks #224 out of 359 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 62.4%.
Is Safran's EV-to-OCF too high?
Safran's current EV-to-OCF of 21.20 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 19.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.08 to a high of 31.45. The Aerospace & Defense industry median EV-to-OCF is 14.48. Safran's value of 21.20 is 46.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Safran ranks #224 out of 359 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Safran has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Safran's EV-to-OCF compare to SPCX and GE?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Safran ranks #224 out of 359 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Safran in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 14.48. Safran's value of 21.20 is 46.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Safran's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.08 to 31.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.19 vs. the industry median of 14.48, Safran 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Aerospace & Defense companies is 14.48, based on 359 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. Safran's current EV-to-OCF of 21.20 is 46.4% 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 Aerospace & Defense industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 14.48 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Safran's current EV-to-OCF is 21.20, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 19.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Safran stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Safran (MEX:SAFN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN5,213.98, compared to a current price of MXN6,555.71 — trading 25.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 21.20, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 19.19 and 46.4% above the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 14.48. Safran's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Safran (MEX:SAFN), the current EV-to-OCF is 21.20 as of Aug. 09, 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 Safran (MEX:SAFN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Safran stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN6,555.71 is trading 25.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN5,213.98. GuruFocus considers Safran to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:SAFN:

  • EV-to-OCF: 21.20 (10% above median its 10-year median of 19.19)
  • GF Value™: MXN5,213.98 vs. price of MXN6,555.71 (25.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 46.4% above the Aerospace & Defense median (#224 of 359)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:SAFN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Safran Business Description

Address 2, boulevard du General-Martial-Valin, Paris, FRA, 75015
Safran is a key player in the global commercial and military aerospace propulsion and equipment sectors. The group has three reportable segments: aerospace propulsion (commercial and military aircraft engines and spare parts); aircraft equipment, defense, and aerosystems (diversified business supplying components ranging from landing gear to avionics); and aircraft interiors (seats, cabins, and in-flight entertainment systems). Safran is a partner to the CFM joint venture with GE Aviation, which produces narrow-body engines.
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