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HF Foods GroupHFFG -0.79%68 EV-to-OCF is 11.16 as of Aug. 20, 2026, which is 27% below its 10-year median of 15.37. GuruFocus rates HFFG with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.43 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 314 Retail - Defensive companies, HF Foods Group ranks worse than 67.2% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, HF Foods Group's Enterprise Value is $324 Mil.
HF Foods Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $29 Mil. Therefore, HF Foods Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.16.
The historical rank and industry rank for HF Foods Group's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
HFFG'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -294.77 Med: 15.37 Max: 222.63
Current: 11.16
During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of HF Foods Group was 222.63. The lowest was -294.77. And the median was 15.37.
HFFG's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 67.2% of 314
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.825
vs HFFG: 11.16
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.
HF Foods Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
HF Foods Group's share price for today is $1.89.
HF Foods Group'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 $-0.650.
* 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.
HF Foods Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms
HF Foods Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HF Foods Group'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 Food Distribution subindustry, HF Foods Group'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.
HF Foods Group EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, HF Foods Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HF Foods Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.
HF Foods Group's current Enterprise Value is $324 Mil.
HF Foods Group'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 $29 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.
HF Foods Group (HFFG) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.16 as of Aug. 20, 2026. This is 27% below median its historical median of 15.37. According to the industry distribution chart, HF Foods Group ranks #211 out of 314 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 67.2%.
Is HF Foods Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
HF Foods Group's current EV-to-OCF of 11.16 is 27% below median its 10-year median of 15.37. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.83. HF Foods Group's value of 11.16 is 42.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HF Foods Group ranks #211 out of 314 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, HF Foods Group 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 HF Foods Group's EV-to-OCF compare to DIT and HCIL?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, HF Foods Group ranks #211 out of 314 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places HF Foods Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.83. HF Foods Group's value of 11.16 is 42.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 15.37 vs. the industry median of 7.83, HF Foods Group 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 Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 7.83, based on 314 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. HF Foods Group's current EV-to-OCF of 11.16 is 42.6% 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 Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.83 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HF Foods Group's current EV-to-OCF is 11.16, which is 27% below median its own 10-year median of 15.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HF Foods Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HF Foods Group (HFFG) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.43, compared to a current price of $1.89 — trading 44.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.16, which is 27% below median its 10-year median of 15.37 and 42.6% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.83. HF Foods Group's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 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 HF Foods Group (HFFG), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.16 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 HF Foods Group (HFFG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HF Foods Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $1.89 is trading 44.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.43.
GuruFocus considers HF Foods Group to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for HFFG:
EV-to-OCF: 11.16 (27% below median its 10-year median of 15.37)
GF Value™: $3.43 vs. price of $1.89 (44.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 42.6% above the Retail - Defensive median (#211 of 314)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HFFG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
HF Foods Group Inc is an Asian food service distributor that markets and distributes fresh produce, frozen and dry food, and non-food products to Asian restaurants and other foodservice customers throughout the United States. The company's business consists of one operating segment: HF Group, which operates solely in the United States. The company's product list consists of Meat, Poultry & Seafood, Sauces & Oils, Takeout Items (Boxes, Chopsticks & Utensils), Raw Ingredients (Flour, Cornstarch, Spices), Cleaning Supplies, and Rice & Grains.
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