Sato (SATOF) EV-to-OCF: 5.15 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 38% Below Median

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SATOF Sato Corp SATOF
83 GF Score
Price $14.33
GF Value $13.90
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What is Sato EV-to-OCF?

Sato SATOF 83 EV-to-OCF is 5.15 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 8.33. GuruFocus rates SATOF with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.90. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,073 Industrial Products companies, Sato ranks better than 64.56% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sato's Enterprise Value is $449 Mil. Sato's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $87 Mil. Therefore, Sato's EV-to-OCF for today is 5.15.

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

SATOF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.05   Med: 8.33   Max: 32.53
Current: 5.47

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sato was 32.53. The lowest was 4.05. And the median was 8.33.

SATOF's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
64.56% of 3073 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.6 vs SATOF: 5.47

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 (2026-07-20), Sato's stock price is $14.33. Sato's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.042. Therefore, Sato's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.75.


Sato  (OTCPK:SATOF) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=14.33/1.042
=13.75

Sato's share price for today is $14.33.
Sato'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 $1.042.

* 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.


Sato EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Sato EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sato'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.

Sato EV-to-OCF Chart

Sato Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
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Sato Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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Sato EV-to-OCF Competitor Comparison

For the Business Equipment & Supplies subindustry, Sato'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.


Sato EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Sato's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sato EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=449.129/87.23
=5.15

Sato's current Enterprise Value is $449 Mil.
Sato'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 $87 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 5.15 mean?
Sato (SATOF) has a EV-to-OCF of 5.15 as of Jul. 20, 2026. This is 38% below median its historical median of 8.33. Over the past decade, Sato's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.05 to 32.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Sato ranks #1089 out of 3073 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 35.4%.
Is Sato's EV-to-OCF too high?
Sato's current EV-to-OCF of 5.15 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 8.33. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.05 to a high of 32.53. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.60. Sato's value of 5.15 is 55.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sato ranks #1089 out of 3073 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sato has a GF Score™ of 83/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sato's EV-to-OCF compare to competitors?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Sato ranks #1089 out of 3073 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Sato in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.60. Sato's value of 5.15 is 55.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Sato's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.05 to 32.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.33 vs. the industry median of 11.60, Sato 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Products companies is 11.60, based on 3,073 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. Sato's current EV-to-OCF of 5.15 is 55.6% 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 Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sato's current EV-to-OCF is 5.15, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 8.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sato stock overvalued right now?
Sato (SATOF) has a current EV-to-OCF of 5.15. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.90, compared to a current price of $14.33 — trading 3.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 5.15, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 8.33 and 55.6% below the Industrial Products industry median of 11.60. Sato's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 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 Sato (SATOF), the current EV-to-OCF is 5.15 as of Jul. 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 Sato (SATOF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sato stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $14.33 is trading 3.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.90.

Key valuation signals for SATOF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 5.15 (38% below median its 10-year median of 8.33)
  • GF Value™: $13.90 vs. price of $14.33 (3.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 55.6% below the Industrial Products median (#1089 of 3073)

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


Sato Business Description

Other Exchanges 6287:Japan
Address 1-7-1 Shimomeguro, Knowledge Plaza, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 153-0064
Sato Corp is specializing in automatic identification (auto-ID) solutions. It designs and manufactures different products including label and RFID printers, print and apply machines, software, labels, tags, and hand labelers. These products are integrated into solutions featuring peripherals like barcode and RFID readers, aimed at streamlining workflows and enabling data capture and visualization. The company's offerings cater to various industries, providing enhanced productivity, safety, reassurance, and sustainability.
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