ZIM (ZIM Integrated Shipping Services) EV-to-OCF: 4.15 (As of Aug. 05, 2026) — 140% Above Median

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ZIM ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd ZIM
60 GF Score
Price $26.78
GF Value $13.87
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is ZIM Integrated Shipping Services EV-to-OCF?

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services ZIM -1.89% 60 EV-to-OCF is 4.15 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 140% above its 10-year median of 1.73. GuruFocus rates ZIM with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.87 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,009 Transportation companies, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services ranks better than 71.46% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's Enterprise Value is $7,082 Mil. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,708 Mil. Therefore, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's EV-to-OCF for today is 4.15.

The historical rank and industry rank for ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

ZIM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.51   Med: 1.73   Max: 5.67
Current: 4.15

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of ZIM Integrated Shipping Services was 5.67. The lowest was 0.51. And the median was 1.73.

ZIM's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
71.46% of 1009 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 7.95 vs ZIM: 4.15

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 (2026-08-05), ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's stock price is $26.7755. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.820. Therefore, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 32.65.


ZIM Integrated Shipping Services  (NYSE:ZIM) 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.

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=26.7755/0.820
=32.65

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's share price for today is $26.7755.
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services'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 $0.820.

* 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.


ZIM Integrated Shipping Services EV-to-OCF Related Terms


ZIM Integrated Shipping Services EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ZIM Integrated Shipping Services'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.

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services EV-to-OCF Chart

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 1.12 0.52 4.31 1.73 2.83

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services 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 1.24 1.54 1.74 2.83 4.12

ZIM vs SBLK, DAC, NMM: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services'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.


ZIM Integrated Shipping Services EV-to-OCF vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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ZIM Integrated Shipping Services EV-to-OCF Calculation

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=7081.877/1707.5
=4.15

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's current Enterprise Value is $7,082 Mil.
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services'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 $1,708 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 4.15 mean?
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) has a EV-to-OCF of 4.15 as of Aug. 05, 2026. This is 140% above median its historical median of 1.73. Over the past decade, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.51 to 5.67. According to the industry distribution chart, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services ranks #288 out of 1009 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 28.5%.
Is ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' EV-to-OCF too high?
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' current EV-to-OCF of 4.15 is 140% above median its 10-year median of 1.73. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.51 to a high of 5.67. The Transportation industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.95. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' value of 4.15 is 47.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services ranks #288 out of 1009 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' EV-to-OCF compare to SBLK and DAC?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services ranks #288 out of 1009 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts ZIM Integrated Shipping Services in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.95. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' value of 4.15 is 47.8% below this benchmark. Historically, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.51 to 5.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.73 vs. the industry median of 7.95, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services has consistently been below 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Transportation companies is 7.95, based on 1,009 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. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's current EV-to-OCF of 4.15 is 47.8% below 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 Transportation industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services's current EV-to-OCF is 4.15, which is 140% above median its own 10-year median of 1.73. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ZIM Integrated Shipping Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.87, compared to a current price of $26.78 — trading 93% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 4.15, which is 140% above median its 10-year median of 1.73 and 47.8% below the Transportation industry median of 7.95. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 11 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 ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM), the current EV-to-OCF is 4.15 as of Aug. 05, 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 ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $26.78 is trading 93% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.87. GuruFocus considers ZIM Integrated Shipping Services to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ZIM:

  • EV-to-OCF: 4.15 (140% above median its 10-year median of 1.73)
  • GF Value™: $13.87 vs. price of $26.78 (93% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 47.8% below the Transportation median (#288 of 1009)

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


ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Business Description

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Address 9 Andrei Sakharov Street, P.O. Box 15067, Matam, Haifa, ISR, 3190500
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd is an asset-light container liner shipping company. It offers tailored services, including land transportation and logistical services, specialized shipping solutions, including the transportation of out-of-gauge cargo, refrigerated cargo, and dangerous and hazardous cargo. Its services include Cargo Services, Digital Services, Schedules, and Shipping Trades and Lines. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the Pacific trade region.
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