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SP RefractoriesNSE:SPRL 68 EV-to-OCF is 19.27 as of Aug. 26, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 22.24. GuruFocus rates NSE:SPRL with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹131.86 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 411 Building Materials companies, SP Refractories ranks worse than 80.54% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, SP Refractories's Enterprise Value is ₹251.8 Mil.
SP Refractories's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹13.1 Mil. Therefore, SP Refractories's EV-to-OCF for today is 19.27.
The historical rank and industry rank for SP Refractories's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
NSE:SPRL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.5 Med: 22.24 Max: 80.26
Current: 19.27
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of SP Refractories was 80.26. The lowest was 11.50. And the median was 22.24.
NSE:SPRL's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 80.54% of 411
companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 8.82
vs NSE:SPRL: 19.27
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.
SP Refractories's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
SP Refractories's share price for today is ₹102.50.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. SP Refractories's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹19.720.
* 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.
SP Refractories EV-to-OCF Related Terms
SP Refractories EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for SP Refractories'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 Building Materials subindustry, SP Refractories'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.
SP Refractories EV-to-OCF vs Building Materials Industry
For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, SP Refractories's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where SP Refractories's EV-to-OCF falls into.
SP Refractories's current Enterprise Value is ₹251.8 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. SP Refractories's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹13.1 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.
SP Refractories (NSE:SPRL) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.27 as of Aug. 26, 2026. This is 13% below median its historical median of 22.24. Over the past decade, SP Refractories' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.50 to 80.26. According to the industry distribution chart, SP Refractories ranks #331 out of 411 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 80.5%.
Is SP Refractories' EV-to-OCF too high?
SP Refractories' current EV-to-OCF of 19.27 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 22.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.50 to a high of 80.26. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.82. SP Refractories' value of 19.27 is 118.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SP Refractories ranks #331 out of 411 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, SP Refractories has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SP Refractories' EV-to-OCF compare to CRH and VMC?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, SP Refractories ranks #331 out of 411 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places SP Refractories in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.82. SP Refractories' value of 19.27 is 118.5% above this benchmark. Historically, SP Refractories' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.50 to 80.26 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.24 vs. the industry median of 8.82, SP Refractories 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 Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Building Materials companies is 8.82, based on 411 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. SP Refractories's current EV-to-OCF of 19.27 is 118.5% 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 Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SP Refractories's current EV-to-OCF is 19.27, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 22.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SP Refractories stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SP Refractories (NSE:SPRL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹131.86, compared to a current price of ₹102.50 — trading 22.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.27, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 22.24 and 118.5% above the Building Materials industry median of 8.82. SP Refractories' overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 2 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 SP Refractories (NSE:SPRL), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.27 as of Aug. 26, 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 SP Refractories (NSE:SPRL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SP Refractories stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₹102.50 is trading 22.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹131.86.
GuruFocus considers SP Refractories to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for NSE:SPRL:
EV-to-OCF: 19.27 (13% below median its 10-year median of 22.24)
GF Value™: ₹131.86 vs. price of ₹102.50 (22.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 118.5% above the Building Materials median (#331 of 411)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:SPRL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
SP Refractories Ltd is engaged in manufacturing and supplying refractory material made using hydrated lime, calcined alumina, and other raw materials. The company is involved in single segment of manufacturing and supplying of high quality refractory material. Its core focus is on refractory cement which is a niche and high-margin cement widely used in iron and steel and construction industries because of its thermal conductivity, maximum strength, and heat resistance.
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