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Installed Building ProductsIBP -0.98%93 EV-to-OCF is 17.59 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 12% below its 10-year median of 20.01. GuruFocus rates IBP with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of $225.74 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 96 Homebuilding & Construction companies, Installed Building Products ranks worse than 81.25% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Installed Building Products's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
IBP'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.45 Med: 20.01 Max: 40
Current: 17.59
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Installed Building Products was 40.00. The lowest was 9.45. And the median was 20.01.
IBP's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 81.25% of 96
companies
in the Homebuilding & Construction industry
Industry Median: 6.46
vs IBP: 17.59
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.
Installed Building Products (NYSE:IBP) 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.
Installed Building Products's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Installed Building Products's share price for today is $222.88.
Installed Building Products's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $9.380.
* 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.
Installed Building Products EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Installed Building Products EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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 Residential Construction subindustry, Installed Building Products'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.
Installed Building Products EV-to-OCF vs Homebuilding & Construction Industry
For the Homebuilding & Construction industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Installed Building Products's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Installed Building Products's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Installed Building Products's current Enterprise Value is $6,711 Mil.
Installed Building Products's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $382 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.
Installed Building Products (IBP) has a EV-to-OCF of 17.59 as of Jul. 24, 2026. This is 12% below median its historical median of 20.01. Over the past decade, Installed Building Products' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.45 to 40.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Installed Building Products ranks #78 out of 96 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, placing it in the top 81.2%.
Is Installed Building Products' EV-to-OCF too high?
Installed Building Products' current EV-to-OCF of 17.59 is 12% below median its 10-year median of 20.01. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.45 to a high of 40.00. The Homebuilding & Construction industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.46. Installed Building Products' value of 17.59 is 172.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Installed Building Products ranks #78 out of 96 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Installed Building Products has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Installed Building Products' EV-to-OCF compare to TMHC and MTH?
According to the Homebuilding & Construction industry distribution chart, Installed Building Products ranks #78 out of 96 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Installed Building Products in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.46. Installed Building Products' value of 17.59 is 172.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Installed Building Products' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.45 to 40.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.01 vs. the industry median of 6.46, Installed Building Products 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 Homebuilding & Construction company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Homebuilding & Construction companies is 6.46, based on 96 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. Installed Building Products's current EV-to-OCF of 17.59 is 172.3% 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 Homebuilding & Construction industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Installed Building Products's current EV-to-OCF is 17.59, which is 12% below median its own 10-year median of 20.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Installed Building Products stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Installed Building Products (IBP) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $225.74, compared to a current price of $222.88 — trading 1.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 17.59, which is 12% below median its 10-year median of 20.01 and 172.3% above the Homebuilding & Construction industry median of 6.46. Installed Building Products' overall GF Score™ is 93/100 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 Installed Building Products (IBP), the current EV-to-OCF is 17.59 as of Jul. 24, 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 Installed Building Products (IBP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Installed Building Products stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $222.88 is trading 1.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $225.74.
GuruFocus considers Installed Building Products to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for IBP:
EV-to-OCF: 17.59 (12% below median its 10-year median of 20.01)
GF Value™: $225.74 vs. price of $222.88 (1.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 172.3% above the Homebuilding & Construction median (#78 of 96)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IBP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Installed Building Products Inc is an insulation installer serving the residential new construction market and are also a diversified installer of complementary building products, including waterproofing, fire-stopping and fireproofing, garage doors, rain gutters, window blinds, shower doors, closet shelving, mirrors and other products throughout the United States. The company installs fiberglass insulation, spray foam insulation, and cellulose insulation. The company has three operating segments consisting of Installation, Manufacturing and Distribution operations. Majority of revenue is derived from Installation segment.
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