Optical Cable Stock

Optical Cable EV/EBIT

The EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Optical Cable (OCC) as of Aug 2, 2026 is -125.10. In the previous year, EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) was -17.55 — a change of 612.94% (lower).

EV/EBIT

-125.10

YoY

612.94%

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EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Optical Cable is 2026 -125.10 . EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Optical Cable was 2025 -17.55 . It decreases by 612.94% lower compared to the previous year.

The Optical Cable EV/EBIT history

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PRICE-TO-EBIT
Date
PRICE-TO-EBIT
Jan 1, 2019
-4.62 base
Jan 1, 2020
-3.56 base
Jan 1, 2021
-20.18 base
Jan 1, 2022
73.76 base
Jan 1, 2023
20.67 base
Jan 1, 2024
-9.24 base
Jan 1, 2025
-93.09 base
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
-423.73 base
YEARPRICE-TO-EBIT
2026 est -423.73
2025 -93.09
2024 -9.24
2023 20.67
2022 73.76
2021 -20.18
2020 -3.56
2019 -4.62
2018 14.60
2017 -12.82
2016 -18.21
2015 -7.41
2014 21.34
2013 28.77
2012 5.33
2011 13.60
2010 89.47
2009 -11.93
2008 4.51
2007 13.14
2006 63.39
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Optical Cable Valuation

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Price-to-Earnings Ratio (P/E)

The P/E ratio divides Optical Cable's share price by its earnings per share. It tells you how many years of current earnings you are "paying for" when you buy the stock. A P/E of 20 means you pay $20 for every $1 of annual earnings. The S&P 500 historically trades at an average P/E of roughly 15–17. A P/E significantly above that may signal high growth expectations; one below may indicate undervaluation — or declining business quality.

Price-to-Sales Ratio (P/S)

The P/S ratio divides market capitalization by total revenue. Unlike the P/E ratio, it works even for companies that are not yet profitable, making it essential for evaluating high-growth firms. A P/S below 1.0 may indicate undervaluation, while ratios above 10 are typically reserved for fast-growing tech or SaaS companies with high expected future margins.

Price-to-EBIT Ratio

This ratio relates Optical Cable's market price to its operating earnings, excluding the effects of debt structure and tax jurisdiction. It is particularly useful for comparing companies across different countries or with different levels of leverage, because it focuses purely on operational profitability. Lower values suggest cheaper operational earnings.

How to Use This Chart

This chart plots Optical Cable's valuation multiples over time. Compare the current P/E, P/S, and P/EBIT to their own historical averages — if the current ratio is well below the multi-year average, the stock may be relatively cheap compared to its own track record. Combine this with industry comparisons: a P/E that looks high in absolute terms may be justified if Optical Cable grows earnings faster than its peers.

Optical Cable Stock analysis

What does Optical Cable do? Optical Cable Corporation (OCC) is a leading global developer, manufacturer, and distributor of advanced connectivity solutions in fiber optics and copper technology. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia. OCC aims to develop innovative connectivity solutions that can be used in industries such as broadcasting, media, medical technology, and security. The founders of OCC, Neil Wilkin and his colleagues, started manufacturing connectors and fiber optics to produce rapidly deployable solutions. However, as the demand for optical cables grew faster than the company's ability to produce fibers, they began assembling connectors onto cables manufactured by other companies. The company perfected this solution and developed innovative connector technology and products tailored to the needs and requirements of customers. OCC offers a wide range of products used in various industries including telecommunications, media, industrial control and monitoring, and medical technology. These products provide high-speed data transmission, large bandwidth, and minimal interference. Additionally, OCC offers product design and operating cost analysis to provide optimal customer support. With an international network, OCC is able to market its products worldwide. It has a strong presence in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. In the US, the company is a major contractor for the federal government, developing solutions for government and military applications. One of OCC's main divisions is the "Cable Manufacturing" segment, which includes two main products: fiber optic and copper telecommunications cables. The company offers an extensive range of fiber optic and copper cables specifically designed for the requirements of telecommunications and power supply. Cable production takes place in an established facility in Roanoke, Virginia. Another business segment of OCC is the "Connectivity" segment. The products in this segment include uplink and connex connectors, MPO and LC cables and connectors, as well as FTTX and customer premises units. These products are used to directly connect customers' fiber optics and copper lines and have a significant impact on data transmission quality and signal strength. The "Tooling" segment is another key area of OCC's business. The company has its own tooling facility to ensure efficient production of connector faces, connector locks, module building blocks, frames, and other materials. The tools are built using lightweight and extremely durable metals such as titanium to ensure highest accuracy and durability. OCC is also a leader in the production of hybrid cables, which combine copper and fiber optic lines and can be used in both telecommunications and surveillance. The company supplies a wide range of copper cables in various classes with wire diameters ranging from 24 to 40 copper strands. These copper cables have lengths ranging from 350 to 2000 feet. Overall, Optical Cable Corporation has established itself as a recognized name in connectivity development and manufacturing and continues its success story. The company has become a key player in the high-tech connectivity solutions field and maintains a strong customer service, efficient production capacity, and an excellent reputation as an innovative industry leader. Optical Cable is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

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EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Optical Cable is -125.10 in 2026.

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