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Forbo Holding AGXSWX:FORN +2.04%72 EV-to-OCF is 12.89 as of Aug. 09, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 13.79. GuruFocus rates XSWX:FORN with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF827.95 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,790 Construction companies, Forbo Holding AG ranks worse than 67.15% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Forbo Holding AG's Enterprise Value is CHF1,308 Mil.
Forbo Holding AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF102 Mil. Therefore, Forbo Holding AG's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.89.
The historical rank and industry rank for Forbo Holding AG's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:FORN'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.16 Med: 13.79 Max: 32.61
Current: 12.89
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Forbo Holding AG was 32.61. The lowest was 6.16. And the median was 13.79.
XSWX:FORN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 67.15% of 1790
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 7.02
vs XSWX:FORN: 12.89
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.
Forbo Holding AG (XSWX:FORN) 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.
Forbo Holding AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Forbo Holding AG's share price for today is CHF950.00.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Forbo Holding AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF46.710.
* 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.
Forbo Holding AG EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Forbo Holding AG EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Forbo Holding 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 Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Forbo Holding 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.
Forbo Holding AG EV-to-OCF vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Forbo Holding AG's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Forbo Holding AG's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Forbo Holding AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF1,308 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Forbo Holding AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF102 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.
Forbo Holding AG (XSWX:FORN) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.89 as of Aug. 09, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 13.79. Over the past decade, Forbo Holding AG's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.16 to 32.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Forbo Holding AG ranks #1202 out of 1790 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 67.2%.
Is Forbo Holding AG's EV-to-OCF too high?
Forbo Holding AG's current EV-to-OCF of 12.89 is near median its 10-year median of 13.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.16 to a high of 32.61. The Construction industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.02. Forbo Holding AG's value of 12.89 is 83.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Forbo Holding AG ranks #1202 out of 1790 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Forbo Holding AG has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Forbo Holding AG's EV-to-OCF compare to TT and JCI?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Forbo Holding AG ranks #1202 out of 1790 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Forbo Holding AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.02. Forbo Holding AG's value of 12.89 is 83.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Forbo Holding AG's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.16 to 32.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.79 vs. the industry median of 7.02, Forbo Holding 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 Construction company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Construction companies is 7.02, based on 1,790 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. Forbo Holding AG's current EV-to-OCF of 12.89 is 83.6% 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 Construction industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.02 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Forbo Holding AG's current EV-to-OCF is 12.89, which is near median its own 10-year median of 13.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Forbo Holding AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Forbo Holding AG (XSWX:FORN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF827.95, compared to a current price of CHF950.00 — trading 14.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.89, which is near median its 10-year median of 13.79 and 83.6% above the Construction industry median of 7.02. Forbo Holding AG's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Forbo Holding AG (XSWX:FORN), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.89 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 Forbo Holding AG (XSWX:FORN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Forbo Holding AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF950.00 is trading 14.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF827.95.
GuruFocus considers Forbo Holding AG to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:FORN:
EV-to-OCF: 12.89 (near median its 10-year median of 13.79)
GF Value™: CHF827.95 vs. price of CHF950.00 (14.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 83.6% above the Construction median (#1202 of 1790)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:FORN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Forbo Holding AG manufactures and sells flooring and movement systems. The company organizes itself into two segments based on product type. The Flooring Systems segment, which generates the majority of revenue, sells commercial and residential floor coverings, entrance flooring systems, and building and construction flooring adhesives to the construction and remodeling industries. The Movement Systems segment sells conveyor and processing belts, plastic modular belts, power transmission belts, and flat modular belts, to the food, automotive, and fitness equipment industries. The majority of revenue comes from Europe, and also has its presence in Americas and Asia/Pacific and Africa.
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