MLNK (MeridianLink) EV-to-OCF: 19.33 (As of Sep. 04, 2026) — 19% Below Median

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What is MeridianLink EV-to-OCF?

MeridianLink MLNK 19 EV-to-OCF is 19.33 as of Sep. 04, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 23.80. GuruFocus rates MLNK with a GF Score™ of 19/100.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, MeridianLink's Enterprise Value is $1,854.4 Mil. MeridianLink's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was $96.0 Mil. Therefore, MeridianLink's EV-to-OCF for today is 19.33.

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

MLNK' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.76   Med: 23.8   Max: 38.05
Current: 19.33

During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of MeridianLink was 38.05. The lowest was 15.76. And the median was 23.80.

MLNK's EV-to-OCF is not ranked
in the Software industry.
Industry Median: 6.9 vs MLNK: 19.33

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 (2026-09-04), MeridianLink's stock price is $20.01. MeridianLink's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 was $-0.290. Therefore, MeridianLink's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


MeridianLink  (NYSE:MLNK) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=20.01/-0.290
=At Loss

MeridianLink's share price for today is $20.01.
MeridianLink's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.290.

* 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.


MeridianLink EV-to-OCF Related Terms


MeridianLink EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MeridianLink'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.

MeridianLink EV-to-OCF Chart

MeridianLink Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 22.65 19.84 33.65 25.02

MeridianLink Quarterly Data
Sep20 Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25
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 25.88 25.28 25.02 19.31 16.47

MLNK vs DFIN, PAR, PD: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, MeridianLink'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.


MeridianLink EV-to-OCF vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, MeridianLink's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MeridianLink EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1854.447/95.955
=19.33

MeridianLink's current Enterprise Value is $1,854.4 Mil.
MeridianLink's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $96.0 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 19.33 mean?
MeridianLink (MLNK) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.33 as of Sep. 04, 2026. This is 19% below median its historical median of 23.80. Over the past decade, MeridianLink's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.76 to 38.05.
Is MeridianLink's EV-to-OCF too high?
MeridianLink's current EV-to-OCF of 19.33 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 23.80. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.76 to a high of 38.05. The Software industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.90. MeridianLink's value of 19.33 is 180.1% above this industry median. Overall, MeridianLink has a GF Score™ of 19/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MeridianLink's EV-to-OCF compare to DFIN and PAR?
MeridianLink's EV-to-OCF of 19.33 can be compared against companies in the Software industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.90. MeridianLink's value of 19.33 is 180.1% above this benchmark. Historically, MeridianLink's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.76 to 38.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.80 vs. the industry median of 6.90, MeridianLink 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Software companies is 6.90, based on 2,876 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. MeridianLink's current EV-to-OCF of 19.33 is 180.1% 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 Software industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MeridianLink's current EV-to-OCF is 19.33, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 23.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MeridianLink stock overvalued right now?
MeridianLink (MLNK) has a current EV-to-OCF of 19.33. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.33, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 23.80 and 180.1% above the Software industry median of 6.90. MeridianLink's overall GF Score™ is 19/100. 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 MeridianLink (MLNK), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.33 as of Sep. 04, 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.

MeridianLink Business Description

Address 3560 Hyland Avenue, Suite 200, Costa Mesa, CA, USA, 92626
MeridianLink Inc is a cloud-based software solution for financial institutions, including banks, credit unions, mortgage lenders, specialty lending providers, and consumer reporting agencies. It generates maximum revenue from Lending Software Solutions.
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