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Spectra SystemsSCTQ 80 EV-to-OCF is 10.50 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 12.34. GuruFocus rates SCTQ with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.60 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,879 Software companies, Spectra Systems ranks worse than 59.78% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Spectra Systems's Enterprise Value is $106.11 Mil.
Spectra Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $10.11 Mil. Therefore, Spectra Systems's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.50.
The historical rank and industry rank for Spectra Systems's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SCTQ'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -15.73 Med: 12.34 Max: 22.13
Current: 10.2
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Spectra Systems was 22.13. The lowest was -15.73. And the median was 12.34.
SCTQ's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 59.78% of 2879
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 6.97
vs SCTQ: 10.20
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.
Spectra Systems (OTCPK:SCTQ) 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.
Spectra Systems's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Spectra Systems's share price for today is $2.24.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spectra Systems's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.410.
* 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.
Spectra Systems EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Spectra Systems EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Spectra Systems'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, Spectra Systems'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.
Spectra Systems EV-to-OCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Spectra Systems's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Spectra Systems's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Spectra Systems's current Enterprise Value is $106.11 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Spectra Systems's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $10.11 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.
Spectra Systems (SCTQ) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.50 as of Aug. 28, 2026. This is 15% below median its historical median of 12.34. According to the industry distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #1721 out of 2879 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 59.8%.
Is Spectra Systems' EV-to-OCF too high?
Spectra Systems' current EV-to-OCF of 10.50 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 12.34. The Software industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.97. Spectra Systems' value of 10.50 is 50.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #1721 out of 2879 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Spectra Systems has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Spectra Systems' EV-to-OCF compare to QH and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Spectra Systems ranks #1721 out of 2879 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Spectra Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.97. Spectra Systems' value of 10.50 is 50.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 12.34 vs. the industry median of 6.97, Spectra Systems 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 6.97, based on 2,879 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. Spectra Systems's current EV-to-OCF of 10.50 is 50.6% 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 6.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Spectra Systems's current EV-to-OCF is 10.50, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 12.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Spectra Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectra Systems (SCTQ) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.60, compared to a current price of $2.24 — trading 51.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.50, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 12.34 and 50.6% above the Software industry median of 6.97. Spectra Systems' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Spectra Systems (SCTQ), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.50 as of Aug. 28, 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 Spectra Systems (SCTQ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spectra Systems stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $2.24 is trading 51.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.60.
GuruFocus considers Spectra Systems to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for SCTQ:
EV-to-OCF: 10.50 (15% below median its 10-year median of 12.34)
GF Value™: $4.60 vs. price of $2.24 (51.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 50.6% above the Software median (#1721 of 2879)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SCTQ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Spectra Systems Corp manufactures, and markets technology-based products used to authenticate and process banknotes and also offers secure software products for gaming. The company has divided its business into Authentication Systems, Security Printing, and Banknote Cleaning. The company derives maximum revenue from Authentication Systems that involve the hardware, software, and materials related to the authentication of banknotes, tax stamps, and other high-value goods.
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