BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) EV-to-OCF: 11.93 (As of Aug. 20, 2026) — 16% Below Median

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FRA:7BV BrightView Holdings Inc FRA:7BV
74 GF Score
Price €9.85
GF Value €11.57
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is BrightView Holdings EV-to-OCF?

BrightView Holdings FRA:7BV +2.07% 74 EV-to-OCF is 11.93 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 16% below its 10-year median of 14.17. GuruFocus rates FRA:7BV with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of €11.57 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,089 Business Services companies, BrightView Holdings ranks worse than 66.48% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, BrightView Holdings's Enterprise Value is €2,179 Mil. BrightView Holdings's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €183 Mil. Therefore, BrightView Holdings's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.93.

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

FRA:7BV' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.57   Med: 14.17   Max: 32.65
Current: 11.86

During the past 11 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of BrightView Holdings was 32.65. The lowest was 8.57. And the median was 14.17.

FRA:7BV's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
66.48% of 1089 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 6.97 vs FRA:7BV: 11.86

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 (2026-08-20), BrightView Holdings's stock price is €9.85. BrightView Holdings's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €-0.215. Therefore, BrightView Holdings's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


BrightView Holdings  (FRA:7BV) 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.

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

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=9.85/-0.215
=At Loss

BrightView Holdings's share price for today is €9.85.
BrightView 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 €-0.215.

* 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.


BrightView Holdings EV-to-OCF Related Terms


BrightView Holdings EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for BrightView 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.

BrightView Holdings EV-to-OCF Chart

BrightView Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
EV-to-OCF
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BrightView 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 11.04 8.97 9.53 11.25 13.03

FRA:7BV vs LZ, RHLD, TIC: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, BrightView 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.


BrightView Holdings EV-to-OCF vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, BrightView Holdings's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

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


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BrightView Holdings EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=2178.601/182.629
=11.93

BrightView Holdings's current Enterprise Value is €2,179 Mil.
BrightView 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 €183 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 11.93 mean?
BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.93 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 16% below median its historical median of 14.17. Over the past decade, BrightView Holdings' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.57 to 32.65. According to the industry distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #724 out of 1089 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 66.5%.
Is BrightView Holdings' EV-to-OCF too high?
BrightView Holdings' current EV-to-OCF of 11.93 is 16% below median its 10-year median of 14.17. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.57 to a high of 32.65. The Business Services industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.97. BrightView Holdings' value of 11.93 is 71.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #724 out of 1089 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, BrightView Holdings has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BrightView Holdings' EV-to-OCF compare to LZ and RHLD?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #724 out of 1089 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places BrightView Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.97. BrightView Holdings' value of 11.93 is 71.2% above this benchmark. Historically, BrightView Holdings' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.57 to 32.65 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.17 vs. the industry median of 6.97, BrightView Holdings 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 Business Services company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Business Services companies is 6.97, based on 1,089 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. BrightView Holdings's current EV-to-OCF of 11.93 is 71.2% 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 Business Services industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BrightView Holdings's current EV-to-OCF is 11.93, which is 16% below median its own 10-year median of 14.17. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BrightView Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €11.57, compared to a current price of €9.85 — trading 14.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.93, which is 16% below median its 10-year median of 14.17 and 71.2% above the Business Services industry median of 6.97. BrightView Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 3 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 BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.93 as of Aug. 20, 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 BrightView Holdings (FRA:7BV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €9.85 is trading 14.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €11.57. GuruFocus considers BrightView Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:7BV:

  • EV-to-OCF: 11.93 (16% below median its 10-year median of 14.17)
  • GF Value™: €11.57 vs. price of €9.85 (14.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 71.2% above the Business Services median (#724 of 1089)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:7BV stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


BrightView Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges BV:USA
Address 980 Jolly Road, Blue Bell, PA, USA, 19422
BrightView Holdings Inc is a provider of commercial landscaping services in the United States. The company provides commercial landscaping services, landscape maintenance, and enhancements to tree care and landscape development. It operates through two segments namely Maintenance Services, and Development Services. The Maintenance Services are self-performed through a national branch network and are route-based in nature. It includes mowing, gardening, mulching and snow removal, water management etc. And Development Services are comprised of sophisticated design, coordination, and installation of landscapes at recognizable corporate, athletic, and university complexes. The company generates a majority of its revenue from Maintenance Services.
74GF Score

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