Ube (UBEOF) EV-to-OCF: 9.91 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 14% Above Median

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What is Ube EV-to-OCF?

Ube UBEOF 59 EV-to-OCF is 9.91 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 8.68. GuruFocus rates UBEOF with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $11.04. The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,609 Chemicals companies, Ube ranks worse than 50.4% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ube's Enterprise Value is $3,926 Mil. Ube's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $396 Mil. Therefore, Ube's EV-to-OCF for today is 9.91.

The historical rank and industry rank for Ube's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

UBEOF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.38   Med: 8.68   Max: 52.09
Current: 10.64

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ube was 52.09. The lowest was 4.38. And the median was 8.68.

UBEOF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
50.4% of 1609 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 10.51 vs UBEOF: 10.64

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.

As of today (2026-08-04), Ube's stock price is $15.285. Ube's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.619. Therefore, Ube's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.44.


Ube  (OTCPK:UBEOF) 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.

Ube's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=15.285/1.619
=9.44

Ube's share price for today is $15.285.
Ube'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 $1.619.

* 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.


Ube EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Ube EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ube'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.

Ube EV-to-OCF Chart

Ube Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF
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Ube Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 12.35 9.24 8.36 9.07 9.27

UBEOF vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Ube'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.


Ube EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Ube's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ube's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Ube EV-to-OCF Calculation

Ube's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=3925.573/395.981
=9.91

Ube's current Enterprise Value is $3,926 Mil.
Ube'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 $396 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 9.91 mean?
Ube (UBEOF) has a EV-to-OCF of 9.91 as of Aug. 04, 2026. This is 14% above median its historical median of 8.68. Over the past decade, Ube's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.38 to 52.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Ube ranks #811 out of 1609 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 50.4%.
Is Ube's EV-to-OCF too high?
Ube's current EV-to-OCF of 9.91 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 8.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.38 to a high of 52.09. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.51. Ube's value of 9.91 is 5.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ube ranks #811 out of 1609 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Ube has a GF Score™ of 59/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ube's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Ube ranks #811 out of 1609 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Ube in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.51. Ube's value of 9.91 is 5.7% below this benchmark. Historically, Ube's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.38 to 52.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.68 vs. the industry median of 10.51, Ube has consistently been below 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 10.51, based on 1,609 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. Ube's current EV-to-OCF of 9.91 is 5.7% below 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 10.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ube's current EV-to-OCF is 9.91, which is 14% above median its own 10-year median of 8.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ube stock overvalued right now?
Ube (UBEOF) has a current EV-to-OCF of 9.91. The stock's GF Value™ is $11.04, compared to a current price of $15.29 — trading 38.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 9.91, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 8.68 and 5.7% below the Chemicals industry median of 10.51. Ube's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 10 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 Ube (UBEOF), the current EV-to-OCF is 9.91 as of Aug. 04, 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 Ube (UBEOF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ube stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $15.29 is trading 38.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $11.04.

Key valuation signals for UBEOF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 9.91 (14% above median its 10-year median of 8.68)
  • GF Value™: $11.04 vs. price of $15.29 (38.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 5.7% below the Chemicals median (#811 of 1609)

No single metric tells the full story. See the UBEOF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ube Business Description

Other Exchanges 4208:JapanUBE:Germany
Address Seavans North Building, 1-2-1, Shibaura, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, JPN, 105-8449
Ube Corp manufactures and sells chemicals, construction materials, and machinery products. The firm organizes itself into five segments based on product type. The chemicals segment, which generates more revenue than any other segment, sells a variety of chemicals including resins, rubber, silicon, and plastics. The cement and construction segment sells cement, plaster, and foundation materials to the construction and building industries. The pharmaceutical segment sells anti-allergic, anti-hypertensive, and anti-platelet drugs. The machinery and metal products segment sells die-casting and electric injection machines. The energy and environment segment generates electricity from coal and biomass. The majority of revenue comes from Japan.
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