MXCLF (MAX Co) EV-to-OCF: 19.76 (As of Sep. 05, 2026) — 124% Above Median

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MXCLF MAX Co Ltd MXCLF
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Price $2.59
GF Value $1.69
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What is MAX Co EV-to-OCF?

MAX Co MXCLF 69 EV-to-OCF is 19.76 as of Sep. 05, 2026, which is 124% above its 10-year median of 8.82. GuruFocus rates MXCLF with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.69. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,087 Industrial Products companies, MAX Co ranks worse than 64.59% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, MAX Co's Enterprise Value is $1,861.9 Mil. MAX Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $94.2 Mil. Therefore, MAX Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 19.76.

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

MXCLF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.06   Med: 8.82   Max: 20.76
Current: 20.3

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of MAX Co was 20.76. The lowest was 4.06. And the median was 8.82.

MXCLF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
64.59% of 3087 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.12 vs MXCLF: 20.30

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 (2026-09-05), MAX Co's stock price is $2.59318. MAX Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $0.521. Therefore, MAX Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 4.98.


MAX Co  (OTCPK:MXCLF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.59318/0.521
=4.98

MAX Co's share price for today is $2.59318.
MAX Co'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 $0.521.

* 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.


MAX Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms


MAX Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MAX Co'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.

MAX Co EV-to-OCF Chart

MAX Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
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MAX Co 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 11.64 14.74 17.31 16.69 18.45

MXCLF vs SNA, RBC, LECO: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Tools & Accessories subindustry, MAX Co'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.


MAX Co EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, MAX Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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MAX Co EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1861.914/94.224
=19.76

MAX Co's current Enterprise Value is $1,861.9 Mil.
MAX Co'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 $94.2 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 19.76 mean?
MAX Co (MXCLF) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.76 as of Sep. 05, 2026. This is 124% above median its historical median of 8.82. Over the past decade, MAX Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.06 to 20.76. According to the industry distribution chart, MAX Co ranks #1994 out of 3087 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 64.6%.
Is MAX Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
MAX Co's current EV-to-OCF of 19.76 is 124% above median its 10-year median of 8.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.06 to a high of 20.76. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.12. MAX Co's value of 19.76 is 77.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MAX Co ranks #1994 out of 3087 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, MAX Co has a GF Score™ of 69/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MAX Co's EV-to-OCF compare to SNA and RBC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, MAX Co ranks #1994 out of 3087 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places MAX Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.12. MAX Co's value of 19.76 is 77.7% above this benchmark. Historically, MAX Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.06 to 20.76 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.82 vs. the industry median of 11.12, MAX Co 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 Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Products companies is 11.12, based on 3,087 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. MAX Co's current EV-to-OCF of 19.76 is 77.7% 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 Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MAX Co's current EV-to-OCF is 19.76, which is 124% above median its own 10-year median of 8.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MAX Co stock overvalued right now?
MAX Co (MXCLF) has a current EV-to-OCF of 19.76. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.69, compared to a current price of $2.59 — trading 53.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.76, which is 124% above median its 10-year median of 8.82 and 77.7% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.12. MAX Co's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 MAX Co (MXCLF), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.76 as of Sep. 05, 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 MAX Co (MXCLF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MAX Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $2.59 is trading 53.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.69.

Key valuation signals for MXCLF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 19.76 (124% above median its 10-year median of 8.82)
  • GF Value™: $1.69 vs. price of $2.59 (53.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 77.7% above the Industrial Products median (#1994 of 3087)

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


MAX Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 6454:Japan
Address 6-6 Nihonbashi Hakozakicho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 103-8502
MAX Co Ltd manufactures and distributes office supplies and industrial equipment. The company operates through office equipment, industrial equipment, and home care and rehabilitation (HCR) equipment divisions. It mainly offers products such as hand-held staplers and automatic staplers, numbering tools, check writers, and other office supplies. It also markets fastening devices for various purposes such as concrete reinforcing bar tying machines, air compressors, and rechargeable tools.
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