ATRA (Atara Biotherapeutics) EV-to-OCF: -3.07 (As of Aug. 11, 2026)

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ATRA Atara Biotherapeutics Inc ATRA
32 GF Score
Price $8.61
GF Value $1.53
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Atara Biotherapeutics EV-to-OCF?

Atara Biotherapeutics ATRA +2.26% 32 EV-to-OCF is -3.07 as of Aug. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates ATRA with a GF Score™ of 32/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.53 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,405 Biotechnology companies, Atara Biotherapeutics ranks worse than 52.46% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Atara Biotherapeutics's Enterprise Value is $79.31 Mil. Atara Biotherapeutics's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-25.88 Mil. Therefore, Atara Biotherapeutics's EV-to-OCF for today is -3.07.

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

ATRA' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.25   Med: -1.28   Max: 0.08
Current: -3.07

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Atara Biotherapeutics was 0.08. The lowest was -7.25. And the median was -1.28.

ATRA's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
52.46% of 1405 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: -3.45 vs ATRA: -3.07

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 (2026-08-11), Atara Biotherapeutics's stock price is $8.61. Atara Biotherapeutics's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-0.780. Therefore, Atara Biotherapeutics's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Atara Biotherapeutics  (NAS:ATRA) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.61/-0.780
=At Loss

Atara Biotherapeutics's share price for today is $8.61.
Atara Biotherapeutics'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 $-0.780.

* 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.


Atara Biotherapeutics EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Atara Biotherapeutics EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Atara Biotherapeutics'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.

Atara Biotherapeutics EV-to-OCF Chart

Atara Biotherapeutics Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -5.00 -0.53 -0.31 -1.15 -2.64

Atara Biotherapeutics 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 -0.92 -0.77 -1.53 -2.64 -1.62

ATRA vs IBIO, ANVS, ENLV: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Atara Biotherapeutics'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.


Atara Biotherapeutics EV-to-OCF vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Atara Biotherapeutics's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Atara Biotherapeutics EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=79.307/-25.875
=-3.07

Atara Biotherapeutics's current Enterprise Value is $79.31 Mil.
Atara Biotherapeutics'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 $-25.88 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 -3.07 mean?
Atara Biotherapeutics (ATRA) has a EV-to-OCF of -3.07 as of Aug. 11, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Atara Biotherapeutics ranks #737 out of 1405 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 52.5%.
Is Atara Biotherapeutics' EV-to-OCF too high?
Atara Biotherapeutics' current EV-to-OCF is -3.07. Based on the distribution chart, Atara Biotherapeutics ranks #737 out of 1405 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Atara Biotherapeutics has a GF Score™ of 32/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Atara Biotherapeutics' EV-to-OCF compare to IBIO and ANVS?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Atara Biotherapeutics ranks #737 out of 1405 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Atara Biotherapeutics in the lower half of its industry. 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 Biotechnology company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Biotechnology industry context. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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. Atara Biotherapeutics's current EV-to-OCF is -3.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Atara Biotherapeutics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Atara Biotherapeutics (ATRA) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.53, compared to a current price of $8.61 — trading 462.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -3.07. Atara Biotherapeutics' overall GF Score™ is 32/100 with 7 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 Atara Biotherapeutics (ATRA), the current EV-to-OCF is -3.07 as of Aug. 11, 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 Atara Biotherapeutics (ATRA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Atara Biotherapeutics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $8.61 is trading 462.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.53. GuruFocus considers Atara Biotherapeutics to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ATRA:

  • EV-to-OCF: -3.07
  • GF Value™: $1.53 vs. price of $8.61 (462.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 32/100 with 7 warning signs

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


Atara Biotherapeutics Business Description

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Atara Biotherapeutics Inc operates in the United States healthcare sector. It focuses on developing transformative therapies for patients with serious diseases, including solid tumors, hematologic cancers, and autoimmune diseases. It operates and manages business as one operating and reportable segment which is the business of developing therapeutics. The company's product candidates comprise Tab-cel, ATA3431, and ATA3219.
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