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NordsonNDSN -0.05%94 EV-to-OCF is 24.64 as of Sep. 20, 2026, which is 0% below its 10-year median of 24.67. GuruFocus rates NDSN with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of $280.96 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,089 Industrial Products companies, Nordson ranks worse than 69.76% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Nordson's Enterprise Value is $19,056 Mil.
Nordson's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jul. 2026 was $773 Mil. Therefore, Nordson's EV-to-OCF for today is 24.64.
The historical rank and industry rank for Nordson's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
NDSN'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 15.7 Med: 24.67 Max: 31.04
Current: 24.64
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Nordson was 31.04. The lowest was 15.70. And the median was 24.67.
NDSN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 69.76% of 3089
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.2
vs NDSN: 24.64
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.
Nordson's share price for today is $311.59.
Nordson's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jul. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $9.883.
* 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.
Nordson EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Nordson EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Nordson'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 Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Nordson'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.
Nordson EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Nordson's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Nordson's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Nordson's current Enterprise Value is $19,056 Mil.
Nordson's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jul. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $773 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.
Nordson (NDSN) has a EV-to-OCF of 24.64 as of Sep. 20, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 24.67. Over the past decade, Nordson's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.70 to 31.04. According to the industry distribution chart, Nordson ranks #2155 out of 3089 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 69.8%.
Is Nordson's EV-to-OCF too high?
Nordson's current EV-to-OCF of 24.64 is near median its 10-year median of 24.67. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 15.70 to a high of 31.04. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.20. Nordson's value of 24.64 is 120% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nordson ranks #2155 out of 3089 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Nordson has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nordson's EV-to-OCF compare to ITT and IEX?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Nordson ranks #2155 out of 3089 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Nordson in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.20. Nordson's value of 24.64 is 120% above this benchmark. Historically, Nordson's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 15.70 to 31.04 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 24.67 vs. the industry median of 11.20, Nordson 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 11.20, based on 3,089 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. Nordson's current EV-to-OCF of 24.64 is 120% 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 11.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nordson's current EV-to-OCF is 24.64, which is near median its own 10-year median of 24.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nordson stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nordson (NDSN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $280.96, compared to a current price of $311.59 — trading 10.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 24.64, which is near median its 10-year median of 24.67 and 120% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.20. Nordson's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 7 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 Nordson (NDSN), the current EV-to-OCF is 24.64 as of Sep. 20, 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 Nordson (NDSN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nordson stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $311.59 is trading 10.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $280.96.
GuruFocus considers Nordson to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NDSN:
EV-to-OCF: 24.64 (near median its 10-year median of 24.67)
GF Value™: $280.96 vs. price of $311.59 (10.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 120% above the Industrial Products median (#2155 of 3089)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NDSN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Nordson manufactures equipment (including pumps, valves, dispensers, applicators, filters, and pelletizers) used for dispensing adhesives, coatings, sealants, and other materials. The firm serves a diverse range of end markets, including packaging, medical, electronics, and industrial. Nordson's business is organized into three segments: industrial precision solutions, medical and fluid solutions, and advanced technology solutions. The company generated approximately $2.8 billion in revenue in its fiscal 2025.
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