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Mesabi TrustMSB -1.19%72 EV-to-OCF is 21.38 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 116% above its 10-year median of 9.92. GuruFocus rates MSB with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.45 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 635 Steel companies, Mesabi Trust ranks worse than 80.47% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Mesabi Trust's Enterprise Value is $274.92 Mil.
Mesabi Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $12.86 Mil. Therefore, Mesabi Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is 21.38.
The historical rank and industry rank for Mesabi Trust's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
MSB'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2737.97 Med: 9.92 Max: 88.16
Current: 21.38
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Mesabi Trust was 88.16. The lowest was -2737.97. And the median was 9.92.
MSB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 80.47% of 635
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 7.23
vs MSB: 21.38
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.
Mesabi Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Mesabi Trust's share price for today is $22.50.
Mesabi Trust'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 $0.864.
* 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.
Mesabi Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Mesabi Trust EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Mesabi Trust'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 Steel subindustry, Mesabi Trust'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.
Mesabi Trust EV-to-OCF vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Mesabi Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Mesabi Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Mesabi Trust's current Enterprise Value is $274.92 Mil.
Mesabi Trust'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 $12.86 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.
Mesabi Trust (MSB) has a EV-to-OCF of 21.38 as of Jul. 24, 2026. This is 116% above median its historical median of 9.92. According to the industry distribution chart, Mesabi Trust ranks #511 out of 635 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 80.5%.
Is Mesabi Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
Mesabi Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 21.38 is 116% above median its 10-year median of 9.92. The Steel industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.23. Mesabi Trust's value of 21.38 is 195.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Mesabi Trust ranks #511 out of 635 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Mesabi Trust has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mesabi Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to FRD and INHD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Mesabi Trust ranks #511 out of 635 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Mesabi Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.23. Mesabi Trust's value of 21.38 is 195.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.92 vs. the industry median of 7.23, Mesabi Trust 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 Steel company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Steel companies is 7.23, based on 635 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. Mesabi Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 21.38 is 195.7% 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 Steel industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mesabi Trust's current EV-to-OCF is 21.38, which is 116% above median its own 10-year median of 9.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Mesabi Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mesabi Trust (MSB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.45, compared to a current price of $22.50 — trading 22% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 21.38, which is 116% above median its 10-year median of 9.92 and 195.7% above the Steel industry median of 7.23. Mesabi Trust's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 4 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 Mesabi Trust (MSB), the current EV-to-OCF is 21.38 as of Jul. 24, 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 Mesabi Trust (MSB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mesabi Trust stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $22.50 is trading 22% above its estimated GF Value™ of $18.45.
GuruFocus considers Mesabi Trust to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MSB:
EV-to-OCF: 21.38 (116% above median its 10-year median of 9.92)
GF Value™: $18.45 vs. price of $22.50 (22% above fair value)
Industry Position: 195.7% above the Steel median (#511 of 635)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MSB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Mesabi Trust operates as a royalty trust in the United States. The company is involved in the conservation and protection of its assets. The company's principally wholly-owned segment is the iron ore mining segment, which generates income from the Peter Mitchell Mine, an iron mine located near Babbitt, Minnesota, at the northeastern end of the Mesabi Iron Range.
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