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HelloFresh SECHIX:HFGD 54 EV-to-OCF is 1.39 as of Aug. 06, 2026, which is 81% below its 10-year median of 7.15. GuruFocus rates CHIX:HFGD with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of €8.16 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 316 Retail - Defensive companies, HelloFresh SE ranks better than 75.63% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, HelloFresh SE's Enterprise Value is €399 Mil.
HelloFresh SE's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €288 Mil. Therefore, HelloFresh SE's EV-to-OCF for today is 1.39.
The historical rank and industry rank for HelloFresh SE's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CHIX:HFGd'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -80.54 Med: 7.15 Max: 437.49
Current: 1.41
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of HelloFresh SE was 437.49. The lowest was -80.54. And the median was 7.15.
CHIX:HFGd's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 75.63% of 316
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.635
vs CHIX:HFGd: 1.41
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.
HelloFresh SE's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
HelloFresh SE's share price for today is €3.6655.
HelloFresh SE'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 €7.910.
* 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.
HelloFresh SE EV-to-OCF Related Terms
HelloFresh SE EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HelloFresh SE'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 Grocery Stores subindustry, HelloFresh SE'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.
HelloFresh SE EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, HelloFresh SE's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HelloFresh SE's EV-to-OCF falls into.
HelloFresh SE's current Enterprise Value is €399 Mil.
HelloFresh SE'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 €288 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.
HelloFresh SE (CHIX:HFGD) has a EV-to-OCF of 1.39 as of Aug. 06, 2026. This is 81% below median its historical median of 7.15. According to the industry distribution chart, HelloFresh SE ranks #77 out of 316 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 24.4%.
Is HelloFresh SE's EV-to-OCF too high?
HelloFresh SE's current EV-to-OCF of 1.39 is 81% below median its 10-year median of 7.15. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.64. HelloFresh SE's value of 1.39 is 81.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HelloFresh SE ranks #77 out of 316 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, HelloFresh SE has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HelloFresh SE's EV-to-OCF compare to MCD and SBUX?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, HelloFresh SE ranks #77 out of 316 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places HelloFresh SE in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.64. HelloFresh SE's value of 1.39 is 81.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.15 vs. the industry median of 7.64, HelloFresh SE has consistently been below 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 - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 7.64, based on 316 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. HelloFresh SE's current EV-to-OCF of 1.39 is 81.8% below 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 - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HelloFresh SE's current EV-to-OCF is 1.39, which is 81% below median its own 10-year median of 7.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HelloFresh SE stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HelloFresh SE (CHIX:HFGD) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €8.16, compared to a current price of €3.67 — trading 55.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 1.39, which is 81% below median its 10-year median of 7.15 and 81.8% below the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.64. HelloFresh SE's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 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 HelloFresh SE (CHIX:HFGD), the current EV-to-OCF is 1.39 as of Aug. 06, 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 HelloFresh SE (CHIX:HFGD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HelloFresh SE stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €3.67 is trading 55.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €8.16.
GuruFocus considers HelloFresh SE to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:HFGD:
EV-to-OCF: 1.39 (81% below median its 10-year median of 7.15)
GF Value™: €8.16 vs. price of €3.67 (55.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 81.8% below the Retail - Defensive median (#77 of 316)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:HFGD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
HelloFresh SE is a digital-first, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company offering personalized, home-delivered meal solutions across a diverse range of meal occasions. Its offerings include meal kits, add-on products, and ready-to-eat meals. The Group manages its meal kit business through various brands such as HelloFresh, Green Chef, EveryPlate, and Chefs Plate, among others. It also operates two smaller businesses, a premium direct-to-customer butcher brand, Good Chop, and a human-grade pet food brand, The Pets Table. HelloFresh's operations are organized into two geographic regions: North America and International. The majority of its revenue is generated from North America, which comprises its business in the United States and Canada.
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