SCKT (Socket Mobile) EV-to-OCF: -17.02 (As of Aug. 22, 2026)

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SCKT Socket Mobile Inc SCKT
28 GF Score
Price $0.65
GF Value $0.87
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Socket Mobile EV-to-OCF?

Socket Mobile SCKT +2.26% 28 EV-to-OCF is -17.02 as of Aug. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates SCKT with a GF Score™ of 28/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.87 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,499 Hardware companies, Socket Mobile ranks better than 81.19% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Socket Mobile's Enterprise Value is $11.67 Mil. Socket Mobile's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-0.69 Mil. Therefore, Socket Mobile's EV-to-OCF for today is -17.02.

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

SCKT' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -210.04   Med: 13.22   Max: 243.76
Current: -17.02

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Socket Mobile was 243.76. The lowest was -210.04. And the median was 13.22.

SCKT's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
81.19% of 2499 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 8.32 vs SCKT: -17.02

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 (2026-08-22), Socket Mobile's stock price is $0.6549. Socket Mobile's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-1.850. Therefore, Socket Mobile's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Socket Mobile  (NAS:SCKT) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=0.6549/-1.850
=At Loss

Socket Mobile's share price for today is $0.6549.
Socket Mobile'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 $-1.850.

* 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.


Socket Mobile EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Socket Mobile EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Socket Mobile'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.

Socket Mobile EV-to-OCF Chart

Socket Mobile Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 11.87 -137.84 244.10 -27.66 -11.10

Socket Mobile 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 -13.50 -8.35 -11.10 -10.55 -16.37

SCKT vs AGMH, ZSPC, DDDX: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Computer Hardware subindustry, Socket Mobile'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.


Socket Mobile EV-to-OCF vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Socket Mobile's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Socket Mobile EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=11.673/-0.686
=-17.02

Socket Mobile's current Enterprise Value is $11.67 Mil.
Socket Mobile'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 $-0.69 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 -17.02 mean?
Socket Mobile (SCKT) has a EV-to-OCF of -17.02 as of Aug. 22, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Socket Mobile ranks #470 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 18.8%.
Is Socket Mobile's EV-to-OCF too high?
Socket Mobile's current EV-to-OCF is -17.02. Based on the distribution chart, Socket Mobile ranks #470 out of 2499 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Socket Mobile has a GF Score™ of 28/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Socket Mobile's EV-to-OCF compare to AGMH and ZSPC?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Socket Mobile ranks #470 out of 2499 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Socket Mobile in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.32. 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 Hardware company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Hardware companies is 8.32, based on 2,499 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. 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 Hardware industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Socket Mobile's current EV-to-OCF is -17.02. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Socket Mobile stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Socket Mobile (SCKT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.87, compared to a current price of $0.65 — trading 24.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -17.02. Socket Mobile's overall GF Score™ is 28/100 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 Socket Mobile (SCKT), the current EV-to-OCF is -17.02 as of Aug. 22, 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 Socket Mobile (SCKT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Socket Mobile stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.65 is trading 24.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.87. GuruFocus considers Socket Mobile to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SCKT:

  • EV-to-OCF: -17.02
  • GF Value™: $0.87 vs. price of $0.65 (24.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 28/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Socket Mobile Business Description

Other Exchanges SNB1:Germany
Address 40675 Encyclopedia Circle, Fremont, CA, USA, 94538
Socket Mobile Inc is a producer of data capture products. The company's products are integrated into mobile applications used in mobile point of sale (mPOS), commercial services (field workers), asset tracking, manufacturing process and quality control, transportation and logistics (goods tracking and movement), event management (ticketing, entry, access control, and identification), medical and education. The company offers barcode scanning products for both one-dimensional, including imager and laser, and two-dimensional barcode scanning in standard and durable cases. The company's geographical segments are the United States, Europe, Asia and Rest of the world, of which the majority of the revenue is generated from the United States.
28GF Score

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