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Dine Brands GlobalDIN -4.72%80 EV-to-OCF is 36.41 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 71% above its 10-year median of 21.30. GuruFocus rates DIN with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $40.30 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 363 Restaurants companies, Dine Brands Global ranks worse than 92.29% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Dine Brands Global's Enterprise Value is $2,031.7 Mil.
Dine Brands Global's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $55.8 Mil. Therefore, Dine Brands Global's EV-to-OCF for today is 36.41.
The historical rank and industry rank for Dine Brands Global's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
DIN'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.66 Med: 21.3 Max: 43.72
Current: 36.41
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Dine Brands Global was 43.72. The lowest was 12.66. And the median was 21.30.
DIN's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 92.29% of 363
companies
in the Restaurants industry
Industry Median: 10.09
vs DIN: 36.41
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.
Dine Brands Global (NYSE:DIN) 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.
Dine Brands Global's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Dine Brands Global's share price for today is $34.75.
Dine Brands Global's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.470.
* 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.
Dine Brands Global EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Dine Brands Global EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Dine Brands Global'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 Restaurants subindustry, Dine Brands Global'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.
Dine Brands Global EV-to-OCF vs Restaurants Industry
For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Dine Brands Global's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Dine Brands Global's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Dine Brands Global's current Enterprise Value is $2,031.7 Mil.
Dine Brands Global's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $55.8 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.
Dine Brands Global (DIN) has a EV-to-OCF of 36.41 as of Aug. 14, 2026. This is 71% above median its historical median of 21.30. Over the past decade, Dine Brands Global's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 12.66 to 43.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Dine Brands Global ranks #335 out of 363 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 92.3%.
Is Dine Brands Global's EV-to-OCF too high?
Dine Brands Global's current EV-to-OCF of 36.41 is 71% above median its 10-year median of 21.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.66 to a high of 43.72. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.09. Dine Brands Global's value of 36.41 is 260.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dine Brands Global ranks #335 out of 363 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Dine Brands Global has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dine Brands Global's EV-to-OCF compare to NATH and LOCO?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Dine Brands Global ranks #335 out of 363 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Dine Brands Global in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.09. Dine Brands Global's value of 36.41 is 260.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Dine Brands Global's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 12.66 to 43.72 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.30 vs. the industry median of 10.09, Dine Brands Global 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 Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Restaurants companies is 10.09, based on 363 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. Dine Brands Global's current EV-to-OCF of 36.41 is 260.9% 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 Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dine Brands Global's current EV-to-OCF is 36.41, which is 71% above median its own 10-year median of 21.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dine Brands Global stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dine Brands Global (DIN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $40.30, compared to a current price of $34.75 — trading 13.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 36.41, which is 71% above median its 10-year median of 21.30 and 260.9% above the Restaurants industry median of 10.09. Dine Brands Global's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 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 Dine Brands Global (DIN), the current EV-to-OCF is 36.41 as of Aug. 14, 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 Dine Brands Global (DIN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dine Brands Global stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $34.75 is trading 13.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $40.30.
GuruFocus considers Dine Brands Global to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for DIN:
EV-to-OCF: 36.41 (71% above median its 10-year median of 21.30)
GF Value™: $40.30 vs. price of $34.75 (13.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 260.9% above the Restaurants median (#335 of 363)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DIN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Dine Brands Global Inc owns and franchises thousands of restaurants under the International House of Pancakes (IHOP), Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar (Applebee's), and the Fuzzy's Taco Shop (Fuzzy's) names. The company conducts its business through three reportable segments: Franchise, Company-owned restaurants, and Rental. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Franchise segment, which consists of IHOP, Applebee's, and Fuzzy's franchise operations and generates revenue mainly from royalties and advertising fees from several IHOP, Applebee's, and Fuzzy's franchised restaurants, in addition to revenues from the sale of proprietary IHOP and Fuzzy's products to its franchisees. Geographically, the majority of the company's revenues is generated from its domestic market.
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