SalMar ASA (OSL:SALM) EV-to-OCF: 13.20 (As of Aug. 27, 2026) — 20% Below Median

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OSL:SALM SalMar ASA OSL:SALM
90 GF Score
Price kr571.50
GF Value kr626.56
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is SalMar ASA EV-to-OCF?

SalMar ASA OSL:SALM -1.12% 90 EV-to-OCF is 13.20 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 16.41. GuruFocus rates OSL:SALM with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of kr626.56 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,988 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, SalMar ASA ranks worse than 65.14% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, SalMar ASA's Enterprise Value is kr100,569 Mil. SalMar ASA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr7,621 Mil. Therefore, SalMar ASA's EV-to-OCF for today is 13.20.

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

OSL:SALM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.45   Med: 16.41   Max: 62.73
Current: 13.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of SalMar ASA was 62.73. The lowest was 7.45. And the median was 16.41.

OSL:SALM's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
65.14% of 1988 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8.21 vs OSL:SALM: 13.31

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 (2026-08-27), SalMar ASA's stock price is kr571.50. SalMar ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was kr16.300. Therefore, SalMar ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 35.06.


SalMar ASA  (OSL:SALM) 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.

SalMar ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=571.50/16.300
=35.06

SalMar ASA's share price for today is kr571.50.
SalMar ASA'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 kr16.300.

* 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.


SalMar ASA EV-to-OCF Related Terms


SalMar ASA EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for SalMar ASA'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.

SalMar ASA EV-to-OCF Chart

SalMar ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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SalMar ASA 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 52.36 32.28 34.07 14.80 11.27

OSL:SALM vs ADM, BG, TSN: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Farm Products subindustry, SalMar ASA'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.


SalMar ASA EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, SalMar ASA's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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SalMar ASA EV-to-OCF Calculation

SalMar ASA's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=100569.060/7621
=13.20

SalMar ASA's current Enterprise Value is kr100,569 Mil.
SalMar ASA'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 kr7,621 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 13.20 mean?
SalMar ASA (OSL:SALM) has a EV-to-OCF of 13.20 as of Aug. 27, 2026. This is 20% below median its historical median of 16.41. Over the past decade, SalMar ASA's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.45 to 62.73. According to the industry distribution chart, SalMar ASA ranks #1295 out of 1988 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 65.1%.
Is SalMar ASA's EV-to-OCF too high?
SalMar ASA's current EV-to-OCF of 13.20 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 16.41. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.45 to a high of 62.73. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.21. SalMar ASA's value of 13.20 is 60.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SalMar ASA ranks #1295 out of 1988 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, SalMar ASA has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SalMar ASA's EV-to-OCF compare to ADM and BG?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, SalMar ASA ranks #1295 out of 1988 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places SalMar ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.21. SalMar ASA's value of 13.20 is 60.8% above this benchmark. Historically, SalMar ASA's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.45 to 62.73 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.41 vs. the industry median of 8.21, SalMar ASA 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 8.21, based on 1,988 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. SalMar ASA's current EV-to-OCF of 13.20 is 60.8% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SalMar ASA's current EV-to-OCF is 13.20, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 16.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SalMar ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SalMar ASA (OSL:SALM) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr626.56, compared to a current price of kr571.50 — trading 8.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 13.20, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 16.41 and 60.8% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 8.21. SalMar ASA's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 SalMar ASA (OSL:SALM), the current EV-to-OCF is 13.20 as of Aug. 27, 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 SalMar ASA (OSL:SALM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SalMar ASA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr571.50 is trading 8.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr626.56. GuruFocus considers SalMar ASA to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for OSL:SALM:

  • EV-to-OCF: 13.20 (20% below median its 10-year median of 16.41)
  • GF Value™: kr626.56 vs. price of kr571.50 (8.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 60.8% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1295 of 1988)

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


SalMar ASA Business Description

Address Industriveien 51, Kverva, NOR, 7266
SalMar ASA produces and sells farmed salmon internationally. It operates hatcheries and controls the farming at all stages until the fish are ready to be harvested, processed, and packaged into various products. Products are developed with new mixes and packing methods to make them more convenient for customers. The salmon are sold through an in-house salesforce and close partners of the company. Proximity to customers and tracking the use of resources play a factor in delivering the raw material.
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