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Research SolutionsRSSS +0.23%65 EV-to-OCF is 10.69 as of Sep. 04, 2026, which is 48% below its 10-year median of 20.71. GuruFocus rates RSSS with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.75 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,876 Software companies, Research Solutions ranks worse than 61.09% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Research Solutions's Enterprise Value is $61.53 Mil.
Research Solutions's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $5.76 Mil. Therefore, Research Solutions's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.69.
The historical rank and industry rank for Research Solutions's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
RSSS'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -214.95 Med: 20.71 Max: 867.56
Current: 10.69
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Research Solutions was 867.56. The lowest was -214.95. And the median was 20.71.
RSSS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 61.09% of 2876
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 6.9
vs RSSS: 10.69
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.
Research Solutions (NAS:RSSS) 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.
Research Solutions's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Research Solutions's share price for today is $2.20.
Research Solutions's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.150.
* 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.
Research Solutions EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Research Solutions EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Research Solutions'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 Software - Application subindustry, Research Solutions'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.
Research Solutions EV-to-OCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Research Solutions's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Research Solutions's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Research Solutions's current Enterprise Value is $61.53 Mil.
Research Solutions's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $5.76 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.
Research Solutions (RSSS) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.69 as of Sep. 04, 2026. This is 48% below median its historical median of 20.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Research Solutions ranks #1757 out of 2876 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 61.1%.
Is Research Solutions' EV-to-OCF too high?
Research Solutions' current EV-to-OCF of 10.69 is 48% below median its 10-year median of 20.71. The Software industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.90. Research Solutions' value of 10.69 is 54.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Research Solutions ranks #1757 out of 2876 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Research Solutions has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Research Solutions' EV-to-OCF compare to SCOR and BZAI?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Research Solutions ranks #1757 out of 2876 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Research Solutions in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.90. Research Solutions' value of 10.69 is 54.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 20.71 vs. the industry median of 6.90, Research Solutions 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Software companies is 6.90, based on 2,876 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. Research Solutions's current EV-to-OCF of 10.69 is 54.9% 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 Software industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Research Solutions's current EV-to-OCF is 10.69, which is 48% below median its own 10-year median of 20.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Research Solutions stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Research Solutions (RSSS) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.75, compared to a current price of $2.20 — trading 20% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.69, which is 48% below median its 10-year median of 20.71 and 54.9% above the Software industry median of 6.90. Research Solutions' overall GF Score™ is 65/100 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 Research Solutions (RSSS), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.69 as of Sep. 04, 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 Research Solutions (RSSS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Research Solutions stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $2.20 is trading 20% below its estimated GF Value™ of $2.75.
GuruFocus considers Research Solutions to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for RSSS:
EV-to-OCF: 10.69 (48% below median its 10-year median of 20.71)
GF Value™: $2.75 vs. price of $2.20 (20% below fair value)
Industry Position: 54.9% above the Software median (#1757 of 2876)
No single metric tells the full story. See the RSSS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Research Solutions Inc is a holding company. The company provides vertical software-as-a-service ("SaaS") and artificial intelligence ("AI") solutions, providing software and related services to help research-intensive organizations simplify the research process, save time, and money. The company operates in a single segment, which derives its revenue from subscription fees from its cloud-based SaaS Platforms and transactional service fees for the electronic delivery of single articles. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Transactions. Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from the United States, followed by Europe.
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