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The E W Scripps CoSSP +12.16%63 EV-to-OCF is 55.11 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 198% above its 10-year median of 18.48. GuruFocus rates SSP with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.10 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,021 Media - Diversified companies, The E W Scripps Co ranks worse than 92.36% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, The E W Scripps Co's Enterprise Value is $3,302 Mil.
The E W Scripps Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $60 Mil. Therefore, The E W Scripps Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 55.11.
The historical rank and industry rank for The E W Scripps Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SSP'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -5353.73 Med: 18.48 Max: 78.09
Current: 55.11
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of The E W Scripps Co was 78.09. The lowest was -5353.73. And the median was 18.48.
SSP's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 92.36% of 1021
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 4.84
vs SSP: 55.11
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.
The E W Scripps Co (NAS:SSP) 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.
The E W Scripps Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
The E W Scripps Co's share price for today is $3.32.
The E W Scripps Co'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 $-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.
The E W Scripps Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
The E W Scripps Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for The E W Scripps Co'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 Broadcasting subindustry, The E W Scripps Co'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.
The E W Scripps Co EV-to-OCF vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, The E W Scripps Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The E W Scripps Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
The E W Scripps Co's current Enterprise Value is $3,302 Mil.
The E W Scripps Co'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 $60 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.
The E W Scripps Co (SSP) has a EV-to-OCF of 55.11 as of Aug. 08, 2026. This is 198% above median its historical median of 18.48. According to the industry distribution chart, The E W Scripps Co ranks #943 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 92.4%.
Is The E W Scripps Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
The E W Scripps Co's current EV-to-OCF of 55.11 is 198% above median its 10-year median of 18.48. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.84. The E W Scripps Co's value of 55.11 is 1038.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The E W Scripps Co ranks #943 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, The E W Scripps Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The E W Scripps Co's EV-to-OCF compare to FUBO and CURI?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, The E W Scripps Co ranks #943 out of 1021 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places The E W Scripps Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.84. The E W Scripps Co's value of 55.11 is 1038.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.48 vs. the industry median of 4.84, The E W Scripps Co 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Media - Diversified companies is 4.84, based on 1,021 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. The E W Scripps Co's current EV-to-OCF of 55.11 is 1038.6% 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 Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The E W Scripps Co's current EV-to-OCF is 55.11, which is 198% above median its own 10-year median of 18.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The E W Scripps Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The E W Scripps Co (SSP) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.10, compared to a current price of $3.32 — trading 7.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 55.11, which is 198% above median its 10-year median of 18.48 and 1038.6% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 4.84. The E W Scripps Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 8 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 The E W Scripps Co (SSP), the current EV-to-OCF is 55.11 as of Aug. 08, 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 The E W Scripps Co (SSP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The E W Scripps Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $3.32 is trading 7.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $3.10.
GuruFocus considers The E W Scripps Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SSP:
EV-to-OCF: 55.11 (198% above median its 10-year median of 18.48)
GF Value™: $3.10 vs. price of $3.32 (7.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1038.6% above the Media - Diversified median (#943 of 1021)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SSP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
The E W Scripps Co is a media enterprise with interests in local and national media brands. It owns and operates a collection of daily and community newspapers in medium-sized cities in the southern and western portions of the United States. The company's operating segment includes Local Media, Scripps Networks, and Other. It generates maximum revenue from the Local Media segment. The Local Media segment includes local broadcast stations and their related digital operations.
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