Brown-Forman (BSP:B1FC34) EV-to-OCF: 13.63 (As of Sep. 21, 2026) — 65% Below Median

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BSP:B1FC34 Brown-Forman Corp BSP:B1FC34
76 GF Score
Price R$136.08
GF Value R$153.79
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Brown-Forman EV-to-OCF?

Brown-Forman BSP:B1FC34 -1.15% 76 EV-to-OCF is 13.63 as of Sep. 21, 2026, which is 65% below its 10-year median of 38.56. GuruFocus rates BSP:B1FC34 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of R$153.79 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 208 Beverages - Alcoholic companies, Brown-Forman ranks worse than 66.83% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Brown-Forman's Enterprise Value is R$73,407 Mil. Brown-Forman's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jul. 2026 was R$5,388 Mil. Therefore, Brown-Forman's EV-to-OCF for today is 13.63.

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

BSP:B1FC34' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.95   Med: 38.56   Max: 74.86
Current: 14.06

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Brown-Forman was 74.86. The lowest was 13.95. And the median was 38.56.

BSP:B1FC34's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
66.83% of 208 companies
in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry
Industry Median: 9.12 vs BSP:B1FC34: 14.06

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 (2026-09-21), Brown-Forman's stock price is R$136.08. Brown-Forman's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jul. 2026 was R$0.008. Therefore, Brown-Forman's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17,010.00.


Brown-Forman  (BSP:B1FC34) 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.

Brown-Forman's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=136.08/0.008
=17,010.00

Brown-Forman's share price for today is R$136.08.
Brown-Forman's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jul. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$0.008.

* 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.


Brown-Forman EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Brown-Forman EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Brown-Forman'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.

Brown-Forman EV-to-OCF Chart

Brown-Forman Annual Data
Trend Apr17 Apr18 Apr19 Apr20 Apr21 Apr22 Apr23 Apr24 Apr25 Apr26
EV-to-OCF
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Brown-Forman Quarterly Data
Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26 Jul26
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 22.15 18.83 16.11 12.96 13.38

BSP:B1FC34 vs MGPI, AGCC, SNDL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries subindustry, Brown-Forman'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.


Brown-Forman EV-to-OCF vs Beverages - Alcoholic Industry

For the Beverages - Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Brown-Forman's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Brown-Forman EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=73406.829/5387.6095944834
=13.63

Brown-Forman's current Enterprise Value is R$73,407 Mil.
Brown-Forman's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jul. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$5,388 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 13.63 mean?
Brown-Forman (BSP:B1FC34) has a EV-to-OCF of 13.63 as of Sep. 21, 2026. This is 65% below median its historical median of 38.56. Over the past decade, Brown-Forman's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.95 to 74.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Brown-Forman ranks #139 out of 208 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 66.8%.
Is Brown-Forman's EV-to-OCF too high?
Brown-Forman's current EV-to-OCF of 13.63 is 65% below median its 10-year median of 38.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.95 to a high of 74.86. The Beverages - Alcoholic industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.12. Brown-Forman's value of 13.63 is 49.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Brown-Forman ranks #139 out of 208 companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Brown-Forman has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Brown-Forman's EV-to-OCF compare to MGPI and AGCC?
According to the Beverages - Alcoholic industry distribution chart, Brown-Forman ranks #139 out of 208 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Brown-Forman in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.12. Brown-Forman's value of 13.63 is 49.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Brown-Forman's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 13.95 to 74.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 38.56 vs. the industry median of 9.12, Brown-Forman 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 Beverages - Alcoholic company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Beverages - Alcoholic companies is 9.12, based on 208 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. Brown-Forman's current EV-to-OCF of 13.63 is 49.5% 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 Beverages - Alcoholic industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Brown-Forman's current EV-to-OCF is 13.63, which is 65% below median its own 10-year median of 38.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Brown-Forman stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brown-Forman (BSP:B1FC34) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$153.79, compared to a current price of R$136.08 — trading 11.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 13.63, which is 65% below median its 10-year median of 38.56 and 49.5% above the Beverages - Alcoholic industry median of 9.12. Brown-Forman's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 2 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 Brown-Forman (BSP:B1FC34), the current EV-to-OCF is 13.63 as of Sep. 21, 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 Brown-Forman (BSP:B1FC34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brown-Forman stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R$136.08 is trading 11.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$153.79. GuruFocus considers Brown-Forman to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:B1FC34:

  • EV-to-OCF: 13.63 (65% below median its 10-year median of 38.56)
  • GF Value™: R$153.79 vs. price of R$136.08 (11.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 49.5% above the Beverages - Alcoholic median (#139 of 208)

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:B1FC34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Brown-Forman Business Description

Address 850 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, USA, 40210
Brown-Forman is a US-based manufacturer of premium distilled spirits. It generates over 70% of its revenue in the whiskey category, under well-known Tennessee whiskey brand Jack Daniel's and bourbon brands Woodford Reserve and Old Forester. It also manufactures and distributes tequila, vodka, rum, gin, and premium wines. The company generated 44% of fiscal 2025 sales from the US, while the bulk of international revenue comes from Europe, Australia, and Latin America. The Brown family controls over 50% of the economic interests and 67% of the voting power in the company.
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