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OrionOEC +1.10%55 EV-to-OCF is 7.49 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 10.85. GuruFocus rates OEC with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.94 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Chemicals companies, Orion ranks better than 61.99% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Orion's Enterprise Value is $1,323 Mil.
Orion's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $177 Mil. Therefore, Orion's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.49.
The historical rank and industry rank for Orion's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
OEC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.38 Med: 10.85 Max: 278.6
Current: 7.49
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Orion was 278.60. The lowest was 4.38. And the median was 10.85.
OEC's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 61.99% of 1610
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 10.865
vs OEC: 7.49
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 (2026-08-16), Orion's stock price is $6.44.
Orion's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-1.730. Therefore, Orion's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.
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.
Orion's share price for today is $6.44.
Orion'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 $-1.730.
* 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.
Orion EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Orion EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Orion'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 Chemicals subindustry, Orion'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.
Orion EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Orion's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Orion's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Orion's current Enterprise Value is $1,323 Mil.
Orion'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 $177 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.
Orion (OEC) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.49 as of Aug. 16, 2026. This is 31% below median its historical median of 10.85. Over the past decade, Orion's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.38 to 278.60. According to the industry distribution chart, Orion ranks #612 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 38%.
Is Orion's EV-to-OCF too high?
Orion's current EV-to-OCF of 7.49 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 10.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.38 to a high of 278.60. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.87. Orion's value of 7.49 is 31.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Orion ranks #612 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Orion has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Orion's EV-to-OCF compare to GEVO and ALTO?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Orion ranks #612 out of 1610 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Orion in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.87. Orion's value of 7.49 is 31.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Orion's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.38 to 278.60 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.85 vs. the industry median of 10.87, Orion has consistently been below 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 10.87, based on 1,610 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. Orion's current EV-to-OCF of 7.49 is 31.1% below 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 Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Orion's current EV-to-OCF is 7.49, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 10.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Orion stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Orion (OEC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.94, compared to a current price of $6.44 — trading 53.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.49, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 10.85 and 31.1% below the Chemicals industry median of 10.87. Orion's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 6 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 Orion (OEC), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.49 as of Aug. 16, 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 Orion (OEC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Orion stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $6.44 is trading 53.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.94.
GuruFocus considers Orion to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for OEC:
EV-to-OCF: 7.49 (31% below median its 10-year median of 10.85)
GF Value™: $13.94 vs. price of $6.44 (53.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 31.1% below the Chemicals median (#612 of 1610)
No single metric tells the full story. See the OEC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Orion SA is a manufacturer of carbon black products. Carbon black is a powdered form of carbon used to create the desired physical, electrical, and optical qualities of various materials. The company's operating segments are Specialty Carbon Black and Rubber Carbon Black. It generates maximum revenue from the Rubber Carbon Black segment. The Rubber Carbon Black segment is used in the reinforcement of rubber in tires and mechanical rubber goods. The Specialty Carbon Black segment is used as pigments and performance additives in coatings, polymers, printing, and special applications. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Germany.
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