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Holland ColoursSTU:HCY -0.65%69 EV-to-OCF is 37.77 as of Sep. 05, 2026, which is 313% above its 10-year median of 9.14. GuruFocus rates STU:HCY with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €94.08 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Chemicals companies, Holland Colours ranks worse than 82.55% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Holland Colours's Enterprise Value is €56.9 Mil.
Holland Colours's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.5 Mil. Therefore, Holland Colours's EV-to-OCF for today is 37.77.
The historical rank and industry rank for Holland Colours's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
STU:HCY'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.15 Med: 9.14 Max: 45.74
Current: 38.05
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Holland Colours was 45.74. The lowest was 5.15. And the median was 9.14.
STU:HCY's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 82.55% of 1610
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 11.54
vs STU:HCY: 38.05
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.
Holland Colours's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Holland Colours's share price for today is €77.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holland Colours's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €4.050.
* 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.
Holland Colours EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Holland Colours EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Holland Colours'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 Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Holland Colours'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.
Holland Colours EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Holland Colours's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Holland Colours's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Holland Colours's current Enterprise Value is €56.9 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Holland Colours's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.5 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.
Holland Colours (STU:HCY) has a EV-to-OCF of 37.77 as of Sep. 05, 2026. This is 313% above median its historical median of 9.14. Over the past decade, Holland Colours' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.15 to 45.74. According to the industry distribution chart, Holland Colours ranks #1329 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 82.5%.
Is Holland Colours' EV-to-OCF too high?
Holland Colours' current EV-to-OCF of 37.77 is 313% above median its 10-year median of 9.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.15 to a high of 45.74. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.54. Holland Colours' value of 37.77 is 227.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Holland Colours ranks #1329 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Holland Colours has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Holland Colours' EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Holland Colours ranks #1329 out of 1610 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Holland Colours in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.54. Holland Colours' value of 37.77 is 227.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Holland Colours' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 5.15 to 45.74 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.14 vs. the industry median of 11.54, Holland Colours 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 Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 11.54, based on 1,610 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. Holland Colours's current EV-to-OCF of 37.77 is 227.3% 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 Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Holland Colours's current EV-to-OCF is 37.77, which is 313% above median its own 10-year median of 9.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Holland Colours stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holland Colours (STU:HCY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €94.08, compared to a current price of €77.00 — trading 18.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 37.77, which is 313% above median its 10-year median of 9.14 and 227.3% above the Chemicals industry median of 11.54. Holland Colours' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 Holland Colours (STU:HCY), the current EV-to-OCF is 37.77 as of Sep. 05, 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 Holland Colours (STU:HCY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Holland Colours stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €77.00 is trading 18.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €94.08.
GuruFocus considers Holland Colours to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:HCY:
EV-to-OCF: 37.77 (313% above median its 10-year median of 9.14)
GF Value™: €94.08 vs. price of €77.00 (18.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 227.3% above the Chemicals median (#1329 of 1610)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:HCY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Holland Colours manufactures, distributes and sells colour concentrates. The company's solutions are TINTMASK, HOLCOBATCH CLASSIC, VISCOBOOST, TASTEGUARD, HOLCOMER THERMOSTRETCH, CIRCSTAB, FASTHEAT, MARKIT, HOLCOPEARL REWHITE, SORT, NATURAL COLLECTION, REVIVE COLOURS, etc. Its markets and key segments are PACKAGING, BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION, COATINGS & SEALANTS, OTHER HIGH-END APPLICATIONS. The company has three segments EMEIA, Americas, and Asia. The company generates majority of revenue from EMEIA.
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