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Brookdale Senior LivingBKD -2.57%43 EV-to-OCF is 35.93 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 15% above its 10-year median of 31.31. GuruFocus rates BKD with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.25 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 682 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Brookdale Senior Living ranks worse than 88.86% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Brookdale Senior Living's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
BKD'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -270 Med: 31.31 Max: 1568.1
Current: 35.93
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Brookdale Senior Living was 1568.10. The lowest was -270.00. And the median was 31.31.
BKD's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 88.86% of 682
companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 8.795
vs BKD: 35.93
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.
Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE:BKD) 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.
Brookdale Senior Living's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Brookdale Senior Living's share price for today is $12.315.
Brookdale Senior Living'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 $-0.580.
* 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.
* 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 Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Brookdale Senior Living'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.
Brookdale Senior Living EV-to-OCF vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Brookdale Senior Living's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Brookdale Senior Living's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Brookdale Senior Living's current Enterprise Value is $8,043 Mil.
Brookdale Senior Living'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 $224 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.
Brookdale Senior Living (BKD) has a EV-to-OCF of 35.93 as of Aug. 17, 2026. This is 15% above median its historical median of 31.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Brookdale Senior Living ranks #606 out of 682 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 88.9%.
Is Brookdale Senior Living's EV-to-OCF too high?
Brookdale Senior Living's current EV-to-OCF of 35.93 is 15% above median its 10-year median of 31.31. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.80. Brookdale Senior Living's value of 35.93 is 308.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Brookdale Senior Living ranks #606 out of 682 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Brookdale Senior Living has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Brookdale Senior Living's EV-to-OCF compare to NHC and OPCH?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Brookdale Senior Living ranks #606 out of 682 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Brookdale Senior Living in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.80. Brookdale Senior Living's value of 35.93 is 308.5% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 31.31 vs. the industry median of 8.80, Brookdale Senior Living 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 8.80, based on 682 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. Brookdale Senior Living's current EV-to-OCF of 35.93 is 308.5% 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 Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Brookdale Senior Living's current EV-to-OCF is 35.93, which is 15% above median its own 10-year median of 31.31. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Brookdale Senior Living stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brookdale Senior Living (BKD) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.25, compared to a current price of $12.32 — trading 97% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 35.93, which is 15% above median its 10-year median of 31.31 and 308.5% above the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 8.80. Brookdale Senior Living's overall GF Score™ is 43/100 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 Brookdale Senior Living (BKD), the current EV-to-OCF is 35.93 as of Aug. 17, 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 Brookdale Senior Living (BKD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brookdale Senior Living stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $12.32 is trading 97% above its estimated GF Value™ of $6.25.
GuruFocus considers Brookdale Senior Living to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BKD:
EV-to-OCF: 35.93 (15% above median its 10-year median of 31.31)
GF Value™: $6.25 vs. price of $12.32 (97% above fair value)
Industry Position: 308.5% above the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#606 of 682)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BKD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Brookdale Senior Living Inc operates senior living communities throughout the United States. The company has three reportable segments: Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRs). The majority of the revenue is generated from the Assisted Living and Memory Care segment, which offers housing and assistance with activities of daily living to its customers. The company generates revenue in the form of Resident Fees, which it receives in exchange for the services provided, and in the form of management fees from certain communities under contract in exchange for the management services provided.
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