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DSM-Firmenich AGXSWX:DSFIR +0.11%31 EV-to-OCF is 16.98 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 16.03. GuruFocus rates XSWX:DSFIR with a GF Score™ of 31/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF78.44 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,607 Chemicals companies, DSM-Firmenich AG ranks worse than 64.65% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, DSM-Firmenich AG's Enterprise Value is CHF26,045 Mil.
DSM-Firmenich AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF1,534 Mil. Therefore, DSM-Firmenich AG's EV-to-OCF for today is 16.98.
The historical rank and industry rank for DSM-Firmenich AG's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:DSFIR'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.69 Med: 16.03 Max: 24.61
Current: 16.86
During the past 4 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of DSM-Firmenich AG was 24.61. The lowest was 11.69. And the median was 16.03.
XSWX:DSFIR's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 64.65% of 1607
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 10.77
vs XSWX:DSFIR: 16.86
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.
DSM-Firmenich AG (XSWX:DSFIR) 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.
DSM-Firmenich AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
DSM-Firmenich AG's share price for today is CHF87.90.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. DSM-Firmenich AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF-7.108.
* 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.
DSM-Firmenich AG EV-to-OCF Related Terms
DSM-Firmenich AG EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for DSM-Firmenich AG'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, DSM-Firmenich AG'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.
DSM-Firmenich AG EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, DSM-Firmenich AG's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where DSM-Firmenich AG's EV-to-OCF falls into.
DSM-Firmenich AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF26,045 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. DSM-Firmenich AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF1,534 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.
DSM-Firmenich AG (XSWX:DSFIR) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.98 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 16.03. Over the past decade, DSM-Firmenich AG's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.69 to 24.61. According to the industry distribution chart, DSM-Firmenich AG ranks #1039 out of 1607 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 64.7%.
Is DSM-Firmenich AG's EV-to-OCF too high?
DSM-Firmenich AG's current EV-to-OCF of 16.98 is near median its 10-year median of 16.03. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.69 to a high of 24.61. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.77. DSM-Firmenich AG's value of 16.98 is 57.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, DSM-Firmenich AG ranks #1039 out of 1607 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, DSM-Firmenich AG has a GF Score™ of 31/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does DSM-Firmenich AG's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, DSM-Firmenich AG ranks #1039 out of 1607 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places DSM-Firmenich AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.77. DSM-Firmenich AG's value of 16.98 is 57.7% above this benchmark. Historically, DSM-Firmenich AG's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.69 to 24.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.03 vs. the industry median of 10.77, DSM-Firmenich AG 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 10.77, based on 1,607 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. DSM-Firmenich AG's current EV-to-OCF of 16.98 is 57.7% 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 10.77 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. DSM-Firmenich AG's current EV-to-OCF is 16.98, which is near median its own 10-year median of 16.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is DSM-Firmenich AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DSM-Firmenich AG (XSWX:DSFIR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF78.44, compared to a current price of CHF87.90 — trading 12.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.98, which is near median its 10-year median of 16.03 and 57.7% above the Chemicals industry median of 10.77. DSM-Firmenich AG's overall GF Score™ is 31/100 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 DSM-Firmenich AG (XSWX:DSFIR), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.98 as of Aug. 09, 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 DSM-Firmenich AG (XSWX:DSFIR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, DSM-Firmenich AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF87.90 is trading 12.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF78.44.
GuruFocus considers DSM-Firmenich AG to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:DSFIR:
EV-to-OCF: 16.98 (near median its 10-year median of 16.03)
GF Value™: CHF78.44 vs. price of CHF87.90 (12.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 57.7% above the Chemicals median (#1039 of 1607)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:DSFIR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
DSM-Firmenich is a global science-based company formed in 2023 through the merger of DSM, a Dutch nutrition, health, and sustainable living player, and Switzerland-based Firmenich, the third-largest player in the flavor and fragrance market. The company serves a wide range of end-consumer markets providing nutrition solutions ranging from medical and early-life nutrition, fragrances for personal-, home-, and laundry-care brands, prestige perfumes, and other ingredients for food and beverage, home, and personal care. DSM-Firmenich has nearly 30,000 employees, with more than 2,000 scientists and engineers spread across 15 research and development facilities.
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