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SCI Engineered MaterialsSCIA -0.89%73 EV-to-OCF is 6.71 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 6.10. GuruFocus rates SCIA with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.94 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,029 Semiconductors companies, SCI Engineered Materials ranks better than 60.45% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for SCI Engineered Materials's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SCIA'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -269.17 Med: 6.1 Max: 248.02
Current: 6.71
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of SCI Engineered Materials was 248.02. The lowest was -269.17. And the median was 6.10.
SCIA's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 60.45% of 1029
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 13.46
vs SCIA: 6.71
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.
SCI Engineered Materials's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
SCI Engineered Materials's share price for today is $8.92.
SCI Engineered Materials'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 $0.590.
* 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.
SCI Engineered Materials EV-to-OCF Related Terms
SCI Engineered Materials EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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 Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, SCI Engineered Materials'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.
SCI Engineered Materials EV-to-OCF vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, SCI Engineered Materials's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where SCI Engineered Materials's EV-to-OCF falls into.
SCI Engineered Materials's current Enterprise Value is $29.97 Mil.
SCI Engineered Materials'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 $4.47 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.
SCI Engineered Materials (SCIA) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.71 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 10% above median its historical median of 6.10. According to the industry distribution chart, SCI Engineered Materials ranks #407 out of 1029 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 39.6%.
Is SCI Engineered Materials' EV-to-OCF too high?
SCI Engineered Materials' current EV-to-OCF of 6.71 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 6.10. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-OCF is 13.46. SCI Engineered Materials' value of 6.71 is 50.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SCI Engineered Materials ranks #407 out of 1029 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, SCI Engineered Materials has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SCI Engineered Materials' EV-to-OCF compare to GSTX and SMTK?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, SCI Engineered Materials ranks #407 out of 1029 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts SCI Engineered Materials in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 13.46. SCI Engineered Materials' value of 6.71 is 50.1% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.10 vs. the industry median of 13.46, SCI Engineered Materials 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 Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Semiconductors companies is 13.46, based on 1,029 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. SCI Engineered Materials's current EV-to-OCF of 6.71 is 50.1% 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 Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 13.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SCI Engineered Materials's current EV-to-OCF is 6.71, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 6.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SCI Engineered Materials stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SCI Engineered Materials (SCIA) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.94, compared to a current price of $8.92 — trading 50.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.71, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 6.10 and 50.1% below the Semiconductors industry median of 13.46. SCI Engineered Materials' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 3 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 SCI Engineered Materials (SCIA), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.71 as of Aug. 03, 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 SCI Engineered Materials (SCIA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SCI Engineered Materials stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $8.92 is trading 50.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $5.94.
GuruFocus considers SCI Engineered Materials to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SCIA:
EV-to-OCF: 6.71 (10% above median its 10-year median of 6.10)
GF Value™: $5.94 vs. price of $8.92 (50.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 50.1% below the Semiconductors median (#407 of 1029)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SCIA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
SCI Engineered Materials Inc is a supplier and manufacturer of materials for physical vapor deposition (PVD) thin-film applications. The company is focused on markets within the PVD industry, including Aerospace, Automotive, Defense, Glass, Optical Coatings, and Solar. The company develops inventive, customized solutions enabling commercial success through collaboration with end users and original equipment manufacturers. Its products consist of sputtering targets, evaporation materials, ceramic powders, and substrates. Additionally, it offers various services such as indium bonding services, vacuum hot pressing, machining and fabrication, and others.
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