DNA (Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings) EV-to-OCF: -3.18 (As of Aug. 19, 2026)

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What is Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings EV-to-OCF?

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings DNA -5.64% 60 EV-to-OCF is -3.18 as of Aug. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates DNA with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.96 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,409 Biotechnology companies, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings ranks worse than 51.67% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's Enterprise Value is $541.7 Mil. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-170.2 Mil. Therefore, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is -3.18.

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

DNA' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -114.38   Med: -4.95   Max: -0.04
Current: -3.18

During the past 7 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings was -0.04. The lowest was -114.38. And the median was -4.95.

DNA's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
51.67% of 1409 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: -3.6 vs DNA: -3.18

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 (2026-08-19), Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's stock price is $6.53. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $-5.010. Therefore, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings  (NYSE:DNA) 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.

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=6.53/-5.010
=At Loss

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's share price for today is $6.53.
Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings'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 $-5.010.

* 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.


Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings'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.

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings EV-to-OCF Chart

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -46.99 -9.22 -9.06 -1.38 -2.93

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 -2.43 -4.76 -2.93 -2.50 -4.31

DNA vs RZLT, EIKN, ARTV: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings'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.


Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings EV-to-OCF Calculation

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=541.679/-170.243
=-3.18

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's current Enterprise Value is $541.7 Mil.
Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings'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 $-170.2 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 -3.18 mean?
Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings (DNA) has a EV-to-OCF of -3.18 as of Aug. 19, 2026. According to the industry distribution chart, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings ranks #728 out of 1409 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 51.7%.
Is Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings' current EV-to-OCF is -3.18. Based on the distribution chart, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings ranks #728 out of 1409 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to RZLT and EIKN?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings ranks #728 out of 1409 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings in the lower half of its industry. 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 Biotechnology company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Biotechnology industry context. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is -3.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings (DNA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.96, compared to a current price of $6.53 — trading 9.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is -3.18. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 5 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 Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings (DNA), the current EV-to-OCF is -3.18 as of Aug. 19, 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 Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings (DNA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $6.53 is trading 9.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $5.96. GuruFocus considers Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for DNA:

  • EV-to-OCF: -3.18
  • GF Value™: $5.96 vs. price of $6.53 (9.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges DNA:Mexico
Address 27 Drydock Avenue, 8th Floor, Boston, MA, USA, 02210
Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings Inc is the platform for cell programming, providing flexible, end-to-end services that solve challenges for organizations across diverse markets, from food and agriculture to pharmaceuticals to industrial and specialty chemicals. The Company reorganized its operations into two operating and reportable segments: Cell Engineering engaged in providing biological R&D services for customers across a range of industries and Biosecurity that provides services to government and commercial customers to identify, monitor, prevent, mitigate, and ultimately protect humanity from biological threats. The maximum of revenue is from Cell Engineering Segment.
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