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ArcBestARCB +4.84%85 EV-to-OCF is 12.46 as of Aug. 05, 2026, which is 79% above its 10-year median of 6.98. GuruFocus rates ARCB with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $109.03 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,009 Transportation companies, ArcBest ranks worse than 69.08% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, ArcBest's Enterprise Value is $3,517 Mil.
ArcBest's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $282 Mil. Therefore, ArcBest's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.46.
The historical rank and industry rank for ArcBest's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ARCB'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.63 Med: 6.98 Max: 16.25
Current: 12.46
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of ArcBest was 16.25. The lowest was 2.63. And the median was 6.98.
ARCB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 69.08% of 1009
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 7.89
vs ARCB: 12.46
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.
ArcBest's share price for today is $144.11.
ArcBest'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 $0.690.
* 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.
ArcBest EV-to-OCF Related Terms
ArcBest EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for ArcBest'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 Trucking subindustry, ArcBest'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.
ArcBest EV-to-OCF vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, ArcBest's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ArcBest's EV-to-OCF falls into.
ArcBest's current Enterprise Value is $3,517 Mil.
ArcBest'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 $282 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.
ArcBest (ARCB) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.46 as of Aug. 05, 2026. This is 79% above median its historical median of 6.98. Over the past decade, ArcBest's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.63 to 16.25. According to the industry distribution chart, ArcBest ranks #697 out of 1009 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 69.1%.
Is ArcBest's EV-to-OCF too high?
ArcBest's current EV-to-OCF of 12.46 is 79% above median its 10-year median of 6.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.63 to a high of 16.25. The Transportation industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.89. ArcBest's value of 12.46 is 57.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ArcBest ranks #697 out of 1009 companies in the Transportation industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, ArcBest has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ArcBest's EV-to-OCF compare to RXO and WERN?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, ArcBest ranks #697 out of 1009 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places ArcBest in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.89. ArcBest's value of 12.46 is 57.9% above this benchmark. Historically, ArcBest's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 2.63 to 16.25 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.98 vs. the industry median of 7.89, ArcBest 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 Transportation company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Transportation companies is 7.89, 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. ArcBest's current EV-to-OCF of 12.46 is 57.9% 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 Transportation industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.89 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ArcBest's current EV-to-OCF is 12.46, which is 79% above median its own 10-year median of 6.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ArcBest stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ArcBest (ARCB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $109.03, compared to a current price of $144.11 — trading 32.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.46, which is 79% above median its 10-year median of 6.98 and 57.9% above the Transportation industry median of 7.89. ArcBest's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 4 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 ArcBest (ARCB), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.46 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 ArcBest (ARCB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ArcBest stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $144.11 is trading 32.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $109.03.
GuruFocus considers ArcBest to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ARCB:
EV-to-OCF: 12.46 (79% above median its 10-year median of 6.98)
GF Value™: $109.03 vs. price of $144.11 (32.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 57.9% above the Transportation median (#697 of 1009)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ARCB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ArcBest Corp is an integrated logistics company that leverages technology and a full suite of shipping and logistics solutions to meet customers' supply chain needs. The company has two reportable operating segments: Asset-Based, which generates maximum revenue, and Asset-Light. The Asset-Based segment's operations include national, inter-regional, and regional transportation of general commodities through standard, expedited, and guaranteed less-than-truckload services. The Asset-Light segment represents the company's offerings in ground expedite, intermodal, household goods moving, managed transportation, warehousing and distribution, and international freight transportation for air, ocean, and ground.
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