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Helen Of TroyHELE +3.36%68 EV-to-OCF is 12.87 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 14.77. GuruFocus rates HELE with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $53.52 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,984 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Helen Of Troy ranks worse than 61.9% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Helen Of Troy's Enterprise Value is $1,444 Mil.
Helen Of Troy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $112 Mil. Therefore, Helen Of Troy's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.87.
The historical rank and industry rank for Helen Of Troy's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
HELE'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.63 Med: 14.77 Max: 108.34
Current: 11.44
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Helen Of Troy was 108.34. The lowest was 6.63. And the median was 14.77.
HELE's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 61.9% of 1984
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8.025
vs HELE: 11.44
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.
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.
Helen Of Troy's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Helen Of Troy's share price for today is $29.81.
Helen Of Troy's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-17.990.
* 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.
Helen Of Troy EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Helen Of Troy EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Helen Of Troy'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 Household & Personal Products subindustry, Helen Of Troy'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.
Helen Of Troy EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Helen Of Troy's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Helen Of Troy's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Helen Of Troy's current Enterprise Value is $1,444 Mil.
Helen Of Troy's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $112 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.
Helen Of Troy (HELE) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.87 as of Aug. 07, 2026. This is 13% below median its historical median of 14.77. Over the past decade, Helen Of Troy's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.63 to 108.34. According to the industry distribution chart, Helen Of Troy ranks #1228 out of 1984 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 61.9%.
Is Helen Of Troy's EV-to-OCF too high?
Helen Of Troy's current EV-to-OCF of 12.87 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 14.77. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.63 to a high of 108.34. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.03. Helen Of Troy's value of 12.87 is 60.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Helen Of Troy ranks #1228 out of 1984 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Helen Of Troy has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Helen Of Troy's EV-to-OCF compare to ODD and MAGN?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Helen Of Troy ranks #1228 out of 1984 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Helen Of Troy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.03. Helen Of Troy's value of 12.87 is 60.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Helen Of Troy's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.63 to 108.34 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.77 vs. the industry median of 8.03, Helen Of Troy 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 8.03, based on 1,984 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. Helen Of Troy's current EV-to-OCF of 12.87 is 60.4% 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 8.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Helen Of Troy's current EV-to-OCF is 12.87, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 14.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Helen Of Troy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Helen Of Troy (HELE) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $53.52, compared to a current price of $29.81 — trading 44.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.87, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 14.77 and 60.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 8.03. Helen Of Troy's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 8 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 Helen Of Troy (HELE), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.87 as of Aug. 07, 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 Helen Of Troy (HELE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Helen Of Troy stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $29.81 is trading 44.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $53.52.
GuruFocus considers Helen Of Troy to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for HELE:
EV-to-OCF: 12.87 (13% below median its 10-year median of 14.77)
GF Value™: $53.52 vs. price of $29.81 (44.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 60.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1228 of 1984)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HELE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Helen Of Troy Ltd is a consumer products company offering creative products and solutions for its customers through a diversified portfolio of brands. It has two operating segments: Home and Outdoor segment provides a broad range of consumer products for home activities such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and organization; as well as products for outdoor and on-the-go activities such as hydration, food storage, backpacks, and travel gear, and The Beauty and Wellness segment provides beauty and wellness products including mass and prestige market beauty appliances, prestige market liquid-based hair and personal care products, and wellness devices including thermometers, water and air filtration systems, humidifiers, and fans.
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