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SodexoWBO:SW +2.18%71 EV-to-OCF is 12.47 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 11.76. GuruFocus rates WBO:SW with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of €76.13 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,092 Business Services companies, Sodexo ranks worse than 68.68% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sodexo's Enterprise Value is €12,067 Mil.
Sodexo's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was €968 Mil. Therefore, Sodexo's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.47.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sodexo's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
WBO:SW'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.58 Med: 11.76 Max: 21.48
Current: 12.33
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sodexo was 21.48. The lowest was 6.58. And the median was 11.76.
WBO:SW's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 68.68% of 1092
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.025
vs WBO:SW: 12.33
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 (2026-07-17), Sodexo's stock price is €53.90.
Sodexo's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was €3.050. Therefore, Sodexo's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.67.
Sodexo (WBO:SW) 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.
Sodexo's share price for today is €53.90.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sodexo's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was €3.050.
* 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.
Sodexo EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Sodexo EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sodexo'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 Business Services subindustry, Sodexo'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.
Sodexo EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Sodexo's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sodexo's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Sodexo's current Enterprise Value is €12,067 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sodexo's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was €968 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.
Sodexo (WBO:SW) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.47 as of Jul. 17, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 11.76. Over the past decade, Sodexo's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.58 to 21.48. According to the industry distribution chart, Sodexo ranks #750 out of 1092 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 68.7%.
Is Sodexo's EV-to-OCF too high?
Sodexo's current EV-to-OCF of 12.47 is near median its 10-year median of 11.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.58 to a high of 21.48. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.03. Sodexo's value of 12.47 is 77.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sodexo ranks #750 out of 1092 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sodexo has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sodexo's EV-to-OCF compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Sodexo ranks #750 out of 1092 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Sodexo in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.03. Sodexo's value of 12.47 is 77.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Sodexo's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.58 to 21.48 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.76 vs. the industry median of 7.03, Sodexo 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Business Services companies is 7.03, based on 1,092 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. Sodexo's current EV-to-OCF of 12.47 is 77.5% 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 Business Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sodexo's current EV-to-OCF is 12.47, which is near median its own 10-year median of 11.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sodexo stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sodexo (WBO:SW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €76.13, compared to a current price of €53.90 — trading 29.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.47, which is near median its 10-year median of 11.76 and 77.5% above the Business Services industry median of 7.03. Sodexo's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 9 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 Sodexo (WBO:SW), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.47 as of Jul. 17, 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 Sodexo (WBO:SW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sodexo stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €53.90 is trading 29.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €76.13.
GuruFocus considers Sodexo to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for WBO:SW:
EV-to-OCF: 12.47 (near median its 10-year median of 11.76)
GF Value™: €76.13 vs. price of €53.90 (29.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 77.5% above the Business Services median (#750 of 1092)
No single metric tells the full story. See the WBO:SW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sodexo is one of the largest foodservice companies globally, operating in 45 countries with annual sales exceeding EUR 24 billion. Sodexo's model rests on operating on-premises catering facilities, rather than centralized industrial kitchens. Foodservice remains the largest business segment, contributing 66% of revenue in 2024. Sodexo has its own group purchasing organization, Entegra, with annual purchasing of over EUR 37 billion. The company spun off its benefits and services business, Pluxee, and now focuses on foodservice and its second business, facilities management.
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