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Clear SecureYOU +1.15%70 EV-to-OCF is 10.26 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 12% above its 10-year median of 9.16. GuruFocus rates YOU with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $36.48 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,874 Software companies, Clear Secure ranks worse than 61.31% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Clear Secure's Enterprise Value is $4,764.6 Mil.
Clear Secure's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $464.5 Mil. Therefore, Clear Secure's EV-to-OCF for today is 10.26.
The historical rank and industry rank for Clear Secure's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
YOU'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.4 Med: 9.16 Max: 89.79
Current: 10.26
During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Clear Secure was 89.79. The lowest was 4.40. And the median was 9.16.
YOU's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 61.31% of 2874
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 6.73
vs YOU: 10.26
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.
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.
Clear Secure's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Clear Secure's share price for today is $53.84.
Clear Secure'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 $1.250.
* 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.
Clear Secure EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Clear Secure EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Clear Secure'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 Software - Application subindustry, Clear Secure'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.
Clear Secure EV-to-OCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Clear Secure's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Clear Secure's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Clear Secure's current Enterprise Value is $4,764.6 Mil.
Clear Secure'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 $464.5 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.
Clear Secure (YOU) has a EV-to-OCF of 10.26 as of Jul. 29, 2026. This is 12% above median its historical median of 9.16. Over the past decade, Clear Secure's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.40 to 89.79. According to the industry distribution chart, Clear Secure ranks #1762 out of 2874 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 61.3%.
Is Clear Secure's EV-to-OCF too high?
Clear Secure's current EV-to-OCF of 10.26 is 12% above median its 10-year median of 9.16. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.40 to a high of 89.79. The Software industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.73. Clear Secure's value of 10.26 is 52.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Clear Secure ranks #1762 out of 2874 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Clear Secure has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Clear Secure's EV-to-OCF compare to LYFT and DAVE?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Clear Secure ranks #1762 out of 2874 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Clear Secure in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.73. Clear Secure's value of 10.26 is 52.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Clear Secure's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.40 to 89.79 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.16 vs. the industry median of 6.73, Clear Secure 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 Software company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Software companies is 6.73, based on 2,874 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. Clear Secure's current EV-to-OCF of 10.26 is 52.5% 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 Software industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Clear Secure's current EV-to-OCF is 10.26, which is 12% above median its own 10-year median of 9.16. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Clear Secure stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Clear Secure (YOU) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $36.48, compared to a current price of $53.84 — trading 47.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 10.26, which is 12% above median its 10-year median of 9.16 and 52.5% above the Software industry median of 6.73. Clear Secure's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Clear Secure (YOU), the current EV-to-OCF is 10.26 as of Jul. 29, 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 Clear Secure (YOU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Clear Secure stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $53.84 is trading 47.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $36.48.
GuruFocus considers Clear Secure to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for YOU:
EV-to-OCF: 10.26 (12% above median its 10-year median of 9.16)
GF Value™: $36.48 vs. price of $53.84 (47.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 52.5% above the Software median (#1762 of 2874)
No single metric tells the full story. See the YOU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Clear Secure Inc is an identity company making experiences safer and easier digitally and physically. It is involved in creating a frictionless travel experience while enhancing security. Its secure identity platform uses biometrics to automate the identity verification process through lanes in airports, helping to make the travel experience safe and easy. The Company's operations are mainly focused on growing and maintaining its secure identity network across multiple offerings in both aviation and non-aviation channels.
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