Sika AG (XSWX:SIKA) EV-to-OCF: 17.91 (As of Jul. 28, 2026) — 39% Below Median

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XSWX:SIKA Sika AG XSWX:SIKA
85 GF Score
Price CHF161.25
GF Value CHF240.92
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is Sika AG EV-to-OCF?

Sika AG XSWX:SIKA +3.46% 85 EV-to-OCF is 17.91 as of Jul. 28, 2026, which is 39% below its 10-year median of 29.37. GuruFocus rates XSWX:SIKA with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF240.92 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,608 Chemicals companies, Sika AG ranks worse than 67.48% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sika AG's Enterprise Value is CHF30,592 Mil. Sika AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF1,708 Mil. Therefore, Sika AG's EV-to-OCF for today is 17.91.

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

XSWX:SIKA' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 14.69   Med: 29.37   Max: 59.61
Current: 17.4

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sika AG was 59.61. The lowest was 14.69. And the median was 29.37.

XSWX:SIKA's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
67.48% of 1608 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 10.37 vs XSWX:SIKA: 17.40

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 (2026-07-28), Sika AG's stock price is CHF161.25. Sika AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF6.500. Therefore, Sika AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 24.81.


Sika AG  (XSWX:SIKA) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=161.25/6.500
=24.81

Sika AG's share price for today is CHF161.25.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sika AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF6.500.

* 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.


Sika AG EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Sika AG EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sika 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.

Sika AG EV-to-OCF Chart

Sika AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Sika AG Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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XSWX:SIKA vs LIN, SHW, ECL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sika 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.


Sika AG EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Sika AG EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=30591.528/1707.9
=17.91

Sika AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF30,592 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sika AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF1,708 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 17.91 mean?
Sika AG (XSWX:SIKA) has a EV-to-OCF of 17.91 as of Jul. 28, 2026. This is 39% below median its historical median of 29.37. Over the past decade, Sika AG's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 14.69 to 59.61. According to the industry distribution chart, Sika AG ranks #1085 out of 1608 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 67.5%.
Is Sika AG's EV-to-OCF too high?
Sika AG's current EV-to-OCF of 17.91 is 39% below median its 10-year median of 29.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 14.69 to a high of 59.61. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.37. Sika AG's value of 17.91 is 72.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sika AG ranks #1085 out of 1608 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sika AG has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sika AG's EV-to-OCF compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sika AG ranks #1085 out of 1608 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Sika AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.37. Sika AG's value of 17.91 is 72.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Sika AG's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 14.69 to 59.61 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 29.37 vs. the industry median of 10.37, Sika 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 10.37, based on 1,608 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. Sika AG's current EV-to-OCF of 17.91 is 72.7% 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 10.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sika AG's current EV-to-OCF is 17.91, which is 39% below median its own 10-year median of 29.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sika AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sika AG (XSWX:SIKA) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF240.92, compared to a current price of CHF161.25 — trading 33.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 17.91, which is 39% below median its 10-year median of 29.37 and 72.7% above the Chemicals industry median of 10.37. Sika AG's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 4 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 Sika AG (XSWX:SIKA), the current EV-to-OCF is 17.91 as of Jul. 28, 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 Sika AG (XSWX:SIKA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sika AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF161.25 is trading 33.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF240.92. GuruFocus considers Sika AG to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:SIKA:

  • EV-to-OCF: 17.91 (39% below median its 10-year median of 29.37)
  • GF Value™: CHF240.92 vs. price of CHF161.25 (33.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 72.7% above the Chemicals median (#1085 of 1608)

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


Sika AG Business Description

Address Zugerstrasse 50, Baar, CHE, 6340
Established in 1910, Sika produces specialty chemicals primarily used by the construction sector (85% of sales). Its products are mainly used for bonding, sealing, reinforcing, and protecting in the construction and automotive industries. Approximately 70% of its products have a positive impact on sustainability for customers. Sika has a global manufacturing footprint of more than 400 factories spread across over 100 countries.
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