KWSAT SE KGaA (XSWX:KWS) EV-to-OCF: 16.85 (As of Aug. 10, 2026) — 11% Below Median

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XSWX:KWS KWS SAAT SE & Co KGaA XSWX:KWS
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Price CHF66.70
GF Value CHF55.16
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What is KWSAT SE KGaA EV-to-OCF?

KWSAT SE KGaA XSWX:KWS 86 EV-to-OCF is 16.85 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 11% below its 10-year median of 18.97. GuruFocus rates XSWX:KWS with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF55.16. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 260 Agriculture companies, KWSAT SE KGaA ranks worse than 74.62% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, KWSAT SE KGaA's Enterprise Value is CHF1,892 Mil. KWSAT SE KGaA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF112 Mil. Therefore, KWSAT SE KGaA's EV-to-OCF for today is 16.85.

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

XSWX:KWS' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.01   Med: 18.97   Max: 48.46
Current: 16.94

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of KWSAT SE KGaA was 48.46. The lowest was 7.01. And the median was 18.97.

XSWX:KWS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
74.62% of 260 companies
in the Agriculture industry
Industry Median: 7.78 vs XSWX:KWS: 16.94

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 (2026-08-10), KWSAT SE KGaA's stock price is CHF66.70. KWSAT SE KGaA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF4.066. Therefore, KWSAT SE KGaA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 16.40.


KWSAT SE KGaA  (XSWX:KWS) 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.

KWSAT SE KGaA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=66.70/4.066
=16.40

KWSAT SE KGaA's share price for today is CHF66.70.
KWSAT SE KGaA'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 CHF4.066.

* 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.


KWSAT SE KGaA EV-to-OCF Related Terms


KWSAT SE KGaA EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KWSAT SE KGaA'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.

KWSAT SE KGaA EV-to-OCF Chart

KWSAT SE KGaA Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
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KWSAT SE KGaA 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 7.28 9.28 12.28 13.19 17.91

XSWX:KWS vs CTVA, CF, MOS: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, KWSAT SE KGaA'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.


KWSAT SE KGaA EV-to-OCF vs Agriculture Industry

For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, KWSAT SE KGaA's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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KWSAT SE KGaA EV-to-OCF Calculation

KWSAT SE KGaA's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=1891.805/112.292
=16.85

KWSAT SE KGaA's current Enterprise Value is CHF1,892 Mil.
KWSAT SE KGaA'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 CHF112 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 16.85 mean?
KWSAT SE KGaA (XSWX:KWS) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.85 as of Aug. 10, 2026. This is 11% below median its historical median of 18.97. Over the past decade, KWSAT SE KGaA's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.01 to 48.46. According to the industry distribution chart, KWSAT SE KGaA ranks #194 out of 260 companies in the Agriculture industry, placing it in the top 74.6%.
Is KWSAT SE KGaA's EV-to-OCF too high?
KWSAT SE KGaA's current EV-to-OCF of 16.85 is 11% below median its 10-year median of 18.97. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.01 to a high of 48.46. The Agriculture industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.78. KWSAT SE KGaA's value of 16.85 is 116.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KWSAT SE KGaA ranks #194 out of 260 companies in the Agriculture industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, KWSAT SE KGaA has a GF Score™ of 86/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KWSAT SE KGaA's EV-to-OCF compare to CTVA and CF?
According to the Agriculture industry distribution chart, KWSAT SE KGaA ranks #194 out of 260 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places KWSAT SE KGaA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.78. KWSAT SE KGaA's value of 16.85 is 116.6% above this benchmark. Historically, KWSAT SE KGaA's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.01 to 48.46 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.97 vs. the industry median of 7.78, KWSAT SE KGaA 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 an Agriculture company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Agriculture companies is 7.78, based on 260 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. KWSAT SE KGaA's current EV-to-OCF of 16.85 is 116.6% 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 Agriculture industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KWSAT SE KGaA's current EV-to-OCF is 16.85, which is 11% below median its own 10-year median of 18.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KWSAT SE KGaA stock overvalued right now?
KWSAT SE KGaA (XSWX:KWS) has a current EV-to-OCF of 16.85. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF55.16, compared to a current price of CHF66.70 — trading 20.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.85, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 18.97 and 116.6% above the Agriculture industry median of 7.78. KWSAT SE KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 5 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 KWSAT SE KGaA (XSWX:KWS), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.85 as of Aug. 10, 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 KWSAT SE KGaA (XSWX:KWS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KWSAT SE KGaA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF66.70 is trading 20.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF55.16.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:KWS:

  • EV-to-OCF: 16.85 (11% below median its 10-year median of 18.97)
  • GF Value™: CHF55.16 vs. price of CHF66.70 (20.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 116.6% above the Agriculture median (#194 of 260)

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


KWSAT SE KGaA Business Description

Address Grimsehlstrasse 31, P.O. Box 1463, Einbeck, NI, DEU, 37555
KWS SAAT SE & Co KGaA breeds and distributes agriculture seeds internationally. The segments of the company focus on sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, and corporates. The company works on breeding new varieties and seed multiplication to produce the results for farmers. Plants and seeds are monitored at different stages of the lifecycle to ensure high quality. Products, processes, and consulting are marketed to farmers as certain expertise is needed in different regions of the world. The company generates key revenue from Sugarbeet and Corn.
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