SBUX (Starbucks) EV-to-OCF: 27.92 (As of Aug. 10, 2026) — 26% Above Median

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SBUX Starbucks Corp SBUX
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Price $105.58
GF Value $98.36
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Starbucks EV-to-OCF?

Starbucks SBUX +0.40% 91 EV-to-OCF is 27.92 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 26% above its 10-year median of 22.15. GuruFocus rates SBUX with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $98.36 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 363 Restaurants companies, Starbucks ranks worse than 87.33% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Starbucks's Enterprise Value is $139,192 Mil. Starbucks's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $4,986 Mil. Therefore, Starbucks's EV-to-OCF for today is 27.92.

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

SBUX' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.34   Med: 22.15   Max: 100.66
Current: 27.92

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Starbucks was 100.66. The lowest was 6.34. And the median was 22.15.

SBUX's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
87.33% of 363 companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 10.2 vs SBUX: 27.92

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 (2026-08-10), Starbucks's stock price is $105.58. Starbucks's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1.737. Therefore, Starbucks's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 60.78.


Starbucks  (NAS:SBUX) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=105.58/1.737
=60.78

Starbucks's share price for today is $105.58.
Starbucks's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.737.

* 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.


Starbucks EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Starbucks EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Starbucks'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.

Starbucks EV-to-OCF Chart

Starbucks Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-OCF
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Starbucks Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 26.02 25.14 27.57 28.71 27.14

SBUX vs MCD, YUM, CMG: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, Starbucks'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.


Starbucks EV-to-OCF vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Starbucks's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Starbucks EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=139192.200/4985.9
=27.92

Starbucks's current Enterprise Value is $139,192 Mil.
Starbucks's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $4,986 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 27.92 mean?
Starbucks (SBUX) has a EV-to-OCF of 27.92 as of Aug. 10, 2026. This is 26% above median its historical median of 22.15. Over the past decade, Starbucks' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.34 to 100.66. According to the industry distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #317 out of 363 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 87.3%.
Is Starbucks' EV-to-OCF too high?
Starbucks' current EV-to-OCF of 27.92 is 26% above median its 10-year median of 22.15. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.34 to a high of 100.66. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.20. Starbucks' value of 27.92 is 173.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #317 out of 363 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Starbucks has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Starbucks' EV-to-OCF compare to MCD and YUM?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Starbucks ranks #317 out of 363 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Starbucks in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.20. Starbucks' value of 27.92 is 173.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Starbucks' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.34 to 100.66 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.15 vs. the industry median of 10.20, Starbucks 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Restaurants companies is 10.20, based on 363 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. Starbucks's current EV-to-OCF of 27.92 is 173.7% 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 Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Starbucks's current EV-to-OCF is 27.92, which is 26% above median its own 10-year median of 22.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Starbucks stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks (SBUX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $98.36, compared to a current price of $105.58 — trading 7.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 27.92, which is 26% above median its 10-year median of 22.15 and 173.7% above the Restaurants industry median of 10.20. Starbucks' overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 6 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 Starbucks (SBUX), the current EV-to-OCF is 27.92 as of Aug. 10, 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 Starbucks (SBUX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $105.58 is trading 7.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $98.36. GuruFocus considers Starbucks to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SBUX:

  • EV-to-OCF: 27.92 (26% above median its 10-year median of 22.15)
  • GF Value™: $98.36 vs. price of $105.58 (7.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 173.7% above the Restaurants median (#317 of 363)

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


Starbucks Business Description

Address 2401 Utah Avenue South, Seattle, WA, USA, 98134
Starbucks stands out as the world's biggest and most recognizable coffee brand, powered by ultracustomizable beverages in-store and a sweeping footprint of nearly 41,000 cafes in over 80 countries. About 52% are company-operated, with the balance run by licensees. The company operates roasteries and sells across its North America (74% of revenue as of the end of fiscal 2025), international (21%), and channel development (5%) segments. The brand collects revenue from company-operated stores, licensee royalties, equipment and product sales, retail ready-to-drink beverages, and packaged coffee.
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