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MaplebearCART -1.67%63 EV-to-OCF is 11.00 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 12.14. GuruFocus rates CART with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $43.96 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,127 Retail - Cyclical companies, Maplebear ranks worse than 63.18% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Maplebear's Enterprise Value is $10,354 Mil.
Maplebear's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $941 Mil. Therefore, Maplebear's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.00.
The historical rank and industry rank for Maplebear's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CART'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.56 Med: 12.14 Max: 20.88
Current: 11
During the past 6 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Maplebear was 20.88. The lowest was 0.56. And the median was 12.14.
CART's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 63.18% of 1127
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.07
vs CART: 11.00
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.
Maplebear's share price for today is $46.845.
Maplebear'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 $1.790.
* 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.
Maplebear EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Maplebear EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Maplebear'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 Internet Retail subindustry, Maplebear'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.
Maplebear EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Maplebear's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Maplebear's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Maplebear's current Enterprise Value is $10,354 Mil.
Maplebear'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 $941 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.
Maplebear (CART) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.00 as of Jul. 16, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 12.14. Over the past decade, Maplebear's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.56 to 20.88. According to the industry distribution chart, Maplebear ranks #712 out of 1127 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 63.2%.
Is Maplebear's EV-to-OCF too high?
Maplebear's current EV-to-OCF of 11.00 is near median its 10-year median of 12.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.56 to a high of 20.88. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.07. Maplebear's value of 11.00 is 55.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Maplebear ranks #712 out of 1127 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Maplebear has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Maplebear's EV-to-OCF compare to W and CHWY?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Maplebear ranks #712 out of 1127 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Maplebear in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.07. Maplebear's value of 11.00 is 55.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Maplebear's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.56 to 20.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.14 vs. the industry median of 7.07, Maplebear 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.07, based on 1,127 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. Maplebear's current EV-to-OCF of 11.00 is 55.6% 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 Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Maplebear's current EV-to-OCF is 11.00, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Maplebear stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Maplebear (CART) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $43.96, compared to a current price of $46.85 — trading 6.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.00, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.14 and 55.6% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.07. Maplebear's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 3 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 Maplebear (CART), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.00 as of Jul. 16, 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 Maplebear (CART) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Maplebear stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $46.85 is trading 6.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $43.96.
GuruFocus considers Maplebear to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CART:
EV-to-OCF: 11.00 (near median its 10-year median of 12.14)
GF Value™: $43.96 vs. price of $46.85 (6.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 55.6% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#712 of 1127)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CART stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Maplebear (Instacart) is a grocery-focused delivery marketplace that connects national and regional grocers with consumers and couriers, and consumers with their favorite stores. Its app provides on-demand convenience for consumers, allows couriers to earn income, and helps grocers to scale their business through digital channels. The marketplace gathers valuable consumer behavior data, attracting consumer-packaged-goods advertisers that seek to reach consumers at the point of purchase. With approximately 600,000 shoppers and 1,800 retail partners, Instacart delivers to about 98% of households in the United States and Canada.
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