McBride (CHIX:MCBL) EV-to-OCF: 7.78 (As of Aug. 26, 2026) — 28% Below Median

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CHIX:MCBL McBride PLC CHIX:MCBL
68 GF Score
Price £1.70
GF Value £1.18
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is McBride EV-to-OCF?

McBride CHIX:MCBL +2.60% 68 EV-to-OCF is 7.78 as of Aug. 26, 2026, which is 28% below its 10-year median of 10.80. GuruFocus rates CHIX:MCBL with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of £1.18 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,989 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, McBride ranks better than 51.84% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, McBride's Enterprise Value is £406.8 Mil. McBride's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £52.3 Mil. Therefore, McBride's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.78.

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

CHIX:MCBl' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -6.88   Med: 10.8   Max: 38.36
Current: 7.78

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of McBride was 38.36. The lowest was -6.88. And the median was 10.80.

CHIX:MCBl's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
51.84% of 1989 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8.22 vs CHIX:MCBl: 7.78

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 (2026-08-26), McBride's stock price is £1.70. McBride's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £0.169. Therefore, McBride's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.06.


McBride  (CHIX:MCBl) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1.70/0.169
=10.06

McBride's share price for today is £1.70.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. McBride's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £0.169.

* 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.


McBride EV-to-OCF Related Terms


McBride EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for McBride'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.

McBride EV-to-OCF Chart

McBride Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-OCF
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McBride Semi-Annual Data
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CHIX:MCBL vs PG, CL, KVUE: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, McBride'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.


McBride EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, McBride's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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McBride EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=406.840/52.3
=7.78

McBride's current Enterprise Value is £406.8 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. McBride's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was £52.3 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 7.78 mean?
McBride (CHIX:MCBL) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.78 as of Aug. 26, 2026. This is 28% below median its historical median of 10.80. According to the industry distribution chart, McBride ranks #958 out of 1989 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 48.2%.
Is McBride's EV-to-OCF too high?
McBride's current EV-to-OCF of 7.78 is 28% below median its 10-year median of 10.80. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.22. McBride's value of 7.78 is 5.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, McBride ranks #958 out of 1989 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, McBride has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does McBride's EV-to-OCF compare to PG and CL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, McBride ranks #958 out of 1989 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts McBride in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.22. McBride's value of 7.78 is 5.4% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.80 vs. the industry median of 8.22, McBride 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 8.22, based on 1,989 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. McBride's current EV-to-OCF of 7.78 is 5.4% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.22 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. McBride's current EV-to-OCF is 7.78, which is 28% below median its own 10-year median of 10.80. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is McBride stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, McBride (CHIX:MCBL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £1.18, compared to a current price of £1.70 — trading 44.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.78, which is 28% below median its 10-year median of 10.80 and 5.4% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 8.22. McBride's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 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 McBride (CHIX:MCBL), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.78 as of Aug. 26, 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 McBride (CHIX:MCBL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, McBride stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £1.70 is trading 44.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of £1.18. GuruFocus considers McBride to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:MCBL:

  • EV-to-OCF: 7.78 (28% below median its 10-year median of 10.80)
  • GF Value™: £1.18 vs. price of £1.70 (44.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 5.4% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#958 of 1989)

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


McBride Business Description

Other Exchanges MCB:UK10W:Germany
Address Middleton Way, Middleton, Manchester, GBR, M24 4DP
McBride PLC is a manufacturer and distributer of cleaning products for the domestic household and professional cleaning and hygiene markets. The company's operating segment includes Liquids; Unit Dosing; Powders; Aerosols; Asia Pacific and Corporate. It generates maximum revenue from the Liquids segment. The Liquids segment includes anything sold in a bottle or pouch, such as washing up liquid, bleach, and disinfecting sprays. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Germany.
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