Sulzer AG (XSWX:SUN) EV-to-OCF: 20.43 (As of Sep. 07, 2026) — 46% Above Median

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XSWX:SUN Sulzer AG XSWX:SUN
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Price CHF158.20
GF Value CHF140.17
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Sulzer AG EV-to-OCF?

Sulzer AG XSWX:SUN +0.64% 80 EV-to-OCF is 20.43 as of Sep. 07, 2026, which is 46% above its 10-year median of 13.95. GuruFocus rates XSWX:SUN with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF140.17 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,084 Industrial Products companies, Sulzer AG ranks worse than 65.08% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sulzer AG's Enterprise Value is CHF5,728 Mil. Sulzer AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF280 Mil. Therefore, Sulzer AG's EV-to-OCF for today is 20.43.

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

XSWX:SUN' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.44   Med: 13.95   Max: 28.53
Current: 20.43

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sulzer AG was 28.53. The lowest was 6.44. And the median was 13.95.

XSWX:SUN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
65.08% of 3084 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 11.34 vs XSWX:SUN: 20.43

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 (2026-09-07), Sulzer AG's stock price is CHF158.20. Sulzer AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF8.880. Therefore, Sulzer AG's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.82.


Sulzer AG  (XSWX:SUN) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=158.20/8.880
=17.82

Sulzer AG's share price for today is CHF158.20.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sulzer AG's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF8.880.

* 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.


Sulzer AG EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Sulzer AG EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sulzer 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.

Sulzer AG EV-to-OCF Chart

Sulzer AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Sulzer AG Semi-Annual Data
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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 0.00 14.00 0.00 17.33 0.00

XSWX:SUN vs GEV, ETN, PH: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Sulzer 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.


Sulzer AG EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Sulzer AG's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sulzer AG EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=5727.802/280.3
=20.43

Sulzer AG's current Enterprise Value is CHF5,728 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sulzer AG's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF280 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 20.43 mean?
Sulzer AG (XSWX:SUN) has a EV-to-OCF of 20.43 as of Sep. 07, 2026. This is 46% above median its historical median of 13.95. Over the past decade, Sulzer AG's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.44 to 28.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Sulzer AG ranks #2007 out of 3084 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 65.1%.
Is Sulzer AG's EV-to-OCF too high?
Sulzer AG's current EV-to-OCF of 20.43 is 46% above median its 10-year median of 13.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.44 to a high of 28.53. The Industrial Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.34. Sulzer AG's value of 20.43 is 80.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sulzer AG ranks #2007 out of 3084 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sulzer AG has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sulzer AG's EV-to-OCF compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Sulzer AG ranks #2007 out of 3084 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Sulzer AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.34. Sulzer AG's value of 20.43 is 80.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Sulzer AG's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.44 to 28.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.95 vs. the industry median of 11.34, Sulzer 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Products companies is 11.34, based on 3,084 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. Sulzer AG's current EV-to-OCF of 20.43 is 80.2% 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 Industrial Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sulzer AG's current EV-to-OCF is 20.43, which is 46% above median its own 10-year median of 13.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sulzer AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sulzer AG (XSWX:SUN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF140.17, compared to a current price of CHF158.20 — trading 12.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 20.43, which is 46% above median its 10-year median of 13.95 and 80.2% above the Industrial Products industry median of 11.34. Sulzer AG's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 2 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 Sulzer AG (XSWX:SUN), the current EV-to-OCF is 20.43 as of Sep. 07, 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 Sulzer AG (XSWX:SUN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sulzer AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF158.20 is trading 12.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF140.17. GuruFocus considers Sulzer AG to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:SUN:

  • EV-to-OCF: 20.43 (46% above median its 10-year median of 13.95)
  • GF Value™: CHF140.17 vs. price of CHF158.20 (12.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 80.2% above the Industrial Products median (#2007 of 3084)

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


Sulzer AG Business Description

Address Neuwiesenstrasse 15, Winterthur, CHE, 8401
Sulzer AG specializes in pumping solutions, rotating equipment maintenance, and mixing technology. It serves customers operating in the oil and gas, power, and water markets. Pumping solutions focus on transporting and processing oil and derivatives, treating water, and renewable power generation. In addition, the company offers solutions for turbines, compressors, motors, and other rotating components and has technicians to provide maintenance. Sulzer's business segments include Flow Equipment, Services, Chemtech, and Others which serve across the globe. Majority of its revenues are generated from its Flow equipment and Services segment.
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