CPB (The Campbell's Co) EV-to-OCF: 11.99 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 22% Below Median

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CPB The Campbell's Co CPB
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Price $21.98
GF Value $41.72
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What is The Campbell's Co EV-to-OCF?

The Campbell's Co CPB -0.45% 58 EV-to-OCF is 11.99 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 15.29. GuruFocus rates CPB with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $41.72 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,991 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, The Campbell's Co ranks worse than 63.79% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, The Campbell's Co's Enterprise Value is $13,165 Mil. The Campbell's Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $1,098 Mil. Therefore, The Campbell's Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.99.

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

CPB' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.13   Med: 15.29   Max: 21.06
Current: 11.99

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of The Campbell's Co was 21.06. The lowest was 11.13. And the median was 15.29.

CPB's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
63.79% of 1991 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8 vs CPB: 11.99

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 (2026-08-03), The Campbell's Co's stock price is $21.98. The Campbell's Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $2.020. Therefore, The Campbell's Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 10.88.


The Campbell's Co  (NAS:CPB) 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.

The Campbell's Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=21.98/2.020
=10.88

The Campbell's Co's share price for today is $21.98.
The Campbell's Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $2.020.

* 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.


The Campbell's Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms


The Campbell's Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Campbell's Co'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.

The Campbell's Co EV-to-OCF Chart

The Campbell's Co Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
EV-to-OCF
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The Campbell's Co Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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 15.20 14.68 13.97 13.10 11.67

CPB vs INGR, LW, PPC: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, The Campbell's Co'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.


The Campbell's Co EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


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The Campbell's Co EV-to-OCF Calculation

The Campbell's Co's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=13164.573/1098
=11.99

The Campbell's Co's current Enterprise Value is $13,165 Mil.
The Campbell's Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,098 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 11.99 mean?
The Campbell's Co (CPB) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.99 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 22% below median its historical median of 15.29. Over the past decade, The Campbell's Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.13 to 21.06. According to the industry distribution chart, The Campbell's Co ranks #1270 out of 1991 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 63.8%.
Is The Campbell's Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
The Campbell's Co's current EV-to-OCF of 11.99 is 22% below median its 10-year median of 15.29. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.13 to a high of 21.06. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.00. The Campbell's Co's value of 11.99 is 49.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Campbell's Co ranks #1270 out of 1991 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Campbell's Co has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Campbell's Co's EV-to-OCF compare to INGR and LW?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, The Campbell's Co ranks #1270 out of 1991 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places The Campbell's Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.00. The Campbell's Co's value of 11.99 is 49.9% above this benchmark. Historically, The Campbell's Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.13 to 21.06 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.29 vs. the industry median of 8.00, The Campbell's Co 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 8.00, based on 1,991 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. The Campbell's Co's current EV-to-OCF of 11.99 is 49.9% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Campbell's Co's current EV-to-OCF is 11.99, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 15.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Campbell's Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Campbell's Co (CPB) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $41.72, compared to a current price of $21.98 — trading 47.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.99, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 15.29 and 49.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 8.00. The Campbell's Co's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 7 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 The Campbell's Co (CPB), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.99 as of Aug. 03, 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 The Campbell's Co (CPB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Campbell's Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $21.98 is trading 47.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $41.72. GuruFocus considers The Campbell's Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CPB:

  • EV-to-OCF: 11.99 (22% below median its 10-year median of 15.29)
  • GF Value™: $41.72 vs. price of $21.98 (47.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 49.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1270 of 1991)

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


The Campbell's Co Business Description

Address 1 Campbell Place, Camden, NJ, USA, 08103-1799
Over the past 150-plus years, Campbell's has evolved into a leading domestic packaged food manufacturer, with a portfolio that extends beyond its iconic red-and-white labeled canned soup. In fiscal 2025 (July year-end), snacks accounted for 43% of its revenue, followed by soup (27%), other simple meals (23%), and beverages (7%). Beyond its namesake, its brands include Pepperidge Farm, Goldfish, Snyder's of Hanover, Swanson, Pacific Foods, Prego, Pace, V8, and, most recently, Rao's (a deal that closed in 2024). Around 90% of its revenue results from the US and the remainder from Canada and Latin America.
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