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EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Safeguard Scientifics's Enterprise Value is $6.36 Mil.
Safeguard Scientifics's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2023 was $-3.31 Mil. Therefore, Safeguard Scientifics's EV-to-OCF for today is -1.92.
The historical rank and industry rank for Safeguard Scientifics's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SFES'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -9.45 Med: 0 Max: 0.23
Current: -1.92
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Safeguard Scientifics was 0.23. The lowest was -9.45. And the median was .
SFES's EV-to-OCF is not ranked
in the Asset Management industry.
Industry Median: 5.95
vs SFES: -1.92
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.
Safeguard Scientifics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Safeguard Scientifics's share price for today is $0.38.
Safeguard Scientifics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2023 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.620.
* 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.
* 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 Asset Management subindustry, Safeguard Scientifics'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.
Safeguard Scientifics EV-to-OCF vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Safeguard Scientifics's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Safeguard Scientifics's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Safeguard Scientifics's current Enterprise Value is $6.36 Mil.
Safeguard Scientifics's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2023 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-3.31 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.
Safeguard Scientifics (SFES) has a EV-to-OCF of -1.92 as of Aug. 09, 2026.
Is Safeguard Scientifics' EV-to-OCF too high?
Safeguard Scientifics' current EV-to-OCF is -1.92. Overall, Safeguard Scientifics has a GF Score™ of 12/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Safeguard Scientifics' EV-to-OCF compare to PIAC and EQS?
Safeguard Scientifics' EV-to-OCF of -1.92 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.95. 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 Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Asset Management companies is 5.95, based on 1,501 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 Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Safeguard Scientifics's current EV-to-OCF is -1.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Safeguard Scientifics stock overvalued right now?
Safeguard Scientifics (SFES) has a current EV-to-OCF of -1.92. The current EV-to-OCF is -1.92. Safeguard Scientifics' overall GF Score™ is 12/100. 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 Safeguard Scientifics (SFES), the current EV-to-OCF is -1.92 as of Aug. 09, 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.
Safeguard Scientifics Inc is a holding/investment monetization company managing legacy portfolio investments, rather than an actively growing venture investor. The firm offers strategic, operational, and management support to certain of its ownership interests. Representatives of the firm serve on the boards of directors of certain of its holding/investment companies, working with them to develop and implement strategic and operating plans.
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