MSI (Motorola Solutions) EV-to-OCF: 29.26 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 12% Above Median

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MSI Motorola Solutions Inc MSI
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Price $471.94
GF Value $467.04
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Motorola Solutions EV-to-OCF?

Motorola Solutions MSI -0.45% 92 EV-to-OCF is 29.26 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 12% above its 10-year median of 26.11. GuruFocus rates MSI with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of $467.04 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,497 Hardware companies, Motorola Solutions ranks worse than 74.69% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Motorola Solutions's Enterprise Value is $87,030 Mil. Motorola Solutions's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $2,974 Mil. Therefore, Motorola Solutions's EV-to-OCF for today is 29.26.

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

MSI' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.44   Med: 26.11   Max: 41.78
Current: 29.26

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Motorola Solutions was 41.78. The lowest was 13.44. And the median was 26.11.

MSI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
74.69% of 2497 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 8.73 vs MSI: 29.26

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 (2026-08-07), Motorola Solutions's stock price is $471.935. Motorola Solutions's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $12.700. Therefore, Motorola Solutions's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 37.16.


Motorola Solutions  (NYSE:MSI) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=471.935/12.700
=37.16

Motorola Solutions's share price for today is $471.935.
Motorola Solutions'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 $12.700.

* 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.


Motorola Solutions EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Motorola Solutions EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Motorola Solutions'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.

Motorola Solutions EV-to-OCF Chart

Motorola Solutions Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Motorola Solutions Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 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 28.79 32.17 25.43 29.10 26.11

MSI vs HPE, LITE, CIEN: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, Motorola Solutions'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.


Motorola Solutions EV-to-OCF vs Hardware Industry

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

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


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Motorola Solutions EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=87030.312/2974
=29.26

Motorola Solutions's current Enterprise Value is $87,030 Mil.
Motorola Solutions'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 $2,974 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 29.26 mean?
Motorola Solutions (MSI) has a EV-to-OCF of 29.26 as of Aug. 07, 2026. This is 12% above median its historical median of 26.11. Over the past decade, Motorola Solutions' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.44 to 41.78. According to the industry distribution chart, Motorola Solutions ranks #1865 out of 2497 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 74.7%.
Is Motorola Solutions' EV-to-OCF too high?
Motorola Solutions' current EV-to-OCF of 29.26 is 12% above median its 10-year median of 26.11. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.44 to a high of 41.78. The Hardware industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.73. Motorola Solutions' value of 29.26 is 235.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Motorola Solutions ranks #1865 out of 2497 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Motorola Solutions has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Motorola Solutions' EV-to-OCF compare to HPE and LITE?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Motorola Solutions ranks #1865 out of 2497 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Motorola Solutions in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.73. Motorola Solutions' value of 29.26 is 235.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Motorola Solutions' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.44 to 41.78 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.11 vs. the industry median of 8.73, Motorola Solutions 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 8.73, based on 2,497 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. Motorola Solutions's current EV-to-OCF of 29.26 is 235.2% 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 8.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Motorola Solutions's current EV-to-OCF is 29.26, which is 12% above median its own 10-year median of 26.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Motorola Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Motorola Solutions (MSI) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $467.04, compared to a current price of $471.94 — trading 1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 29.26, which is 12% above median its 10-year median of 26.11 and 235.2% above the Hardware industry median of 8.73. Motorola Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 3 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 Motorola Solutions (MSI), the current EV-to-OCF is 29.26 as of Aug. 07, 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 Motorola Solutions (MSI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Motorola Solutions stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $471.94 is trading 1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $467.04. GuruFocus considers Motorola Solutions to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MSI:

  • EV-to-OCF: 29.26 (12% above median its 10-year median of 26.11)
  • GF Value™: $467.04 vs. price of $471.94 (1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 235.2% above the Hardware median (#1865 of 2497)

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


Motorola Solutions Business Description

Address 500 West Monroe Street, Suite 4400, Chicago, IL, USA, 60661
Motorola Solutions is a leading provider of communications and analytics, primarily serving public safety departments as well as schools, hospitals, and businesses. The bulk of the firm's revenue comes from sales of land mobile radios and radio network infrastructure, but the firm also sells surveillance equipment, dispatch software, and other networking capabilities. Most of Motorola's revenue comes from government agencies, while roughly 25% comes from schools and private businesses. Motorola has customers in over 100 countries and in every state in the United States.
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