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SylvamoSLVM +0.28%75 EV-to-OCF is 9.71 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 45% above its 10-year median of 6.70. GuruFocus rates SLVM with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $49.03 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 286 Forest Products companies, Sylvamo ranks worse than 58.74% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sylvamo's Enterprise Value is $2,283 Mil.
Sylvamo's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $235 Mil. Therefore, Sylvamo's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.71.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sylvamo's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SLVM'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.59 Med: 6.7 Max: 10.72
Current: 9.71
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sylvamo was 10.72. The lowest was 2.59. And the median was 6.70.
SLVM's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 58.74% of 286
companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 7.82
vs SLVM: 9.71
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.
Sylvamo's share price for today is $37.545.
Sylvamo'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 $2.530.
* 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.
Sylvamo EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Sylvamo EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sylvamo'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 Paper & Paper Products subindustry, Sylvamo'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.
Sylvamo EV-to-OCF vs Forest Products Industry
For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Sylvamo's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sylvamo's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Sylvamo's current Enterprise Value is $2,283 Mil.
Sylvamo'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 $235 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.
Sylvamo (SLVM) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.71 as of Jul. 22, 2026. This is 45% above median its historical median of 6.70. Over the past decade, Sylvamo's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.59 to 10.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Sylvamo ranks #168 out of 286 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 58.7%.
Is Sylvamo's EV-to-OCF too high?
Sylvamo's current EV-to-OCF of 9.71 is 45% above median its 10-year median of 6.70. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.59 to a high of 10.72. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.82. Sylvamo's value of 9.71 is 24.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sylvamo ranks #168 out of 286 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sylvamo has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sylvamo's EV-to-OCF compare to CLW and MERC?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Sylvamo ranks #168 out of 286 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Sylvamo in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.82. Sylvamo's value of 9.71 is 24.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Sylvamo's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.59 to 10.72 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.70 vs. the industry median of 7.82, Sylvamo 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 Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Forest Products companies is 7.82, based on 286 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. Sylvamo's current EV-to-OCF of 9.71 is 24.2% 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 Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sylvamo's current EV-to-OCF is 9.71, which is 45% above median its own 10-year median of 6.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sylvamo stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sylvamo (SLVM) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $49.03, compared to a current price of $37.55 — trading 23.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.71, which is 45% above median its 10-year median of 6.70 and 24.2% above the Forest Products industry median of 7.82. Sylvamo's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Sylvamo (SLVM), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.71 as of Jul. 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 Sylvamo (SLVM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sylvamo stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $37.55 is trading 23.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $49.03.
GuruFocus considers Sylvamo to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for SLVM:
EV-to-OCF: 9.71 (45% above median its 10-year median of 6.70)
GF Value™: $49.03 vs. price of $37.55 (23.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 24.2% above the Forest Products median (#168 of 286)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SLVM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sylvamo Corp is an uncoated papers company with a broad portfolio of top-tier brands and low-cost, large-scale paper mills. It produces uncoated freesheet (UFS) for paper products such as cut size and offset paper, as well as market pulp. The company offers Copy and Printer papers, Commercial Printing papers, Converting papers, and Specialty papers. It operates in three geographical segments: Europe, Latin America, and North America. Key revenue is generated from North America.
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