ICHGF (InterContinental Hotels Group) EV-to-OCF: 30.31 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 32% Above Median

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ICHGF InterContinental Hotels Group PLC ICHGF
91 GF Score
Price $156.41
GF Value $130.45
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is InterContinental Hotels Group EV-to-OCF?

InterContinental Hotels Group ICHGF 91 EV-to-OCF is 30.31 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 32% above its 10-year median of 22.94. GuruFocus rates ICHGF with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $130.45 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 856 Travel & Leisure companies, InterContinental Hotels Group ranks worse than 86.8% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, InterContinental Hotels Group's Enterprise Value is $27,220 Mil. InterContinental Hotels Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $898 Mil. Therefore, InterContinental Hotels Group's EV-to-OCF for today is 30.31.

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

ICHGF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 14.51   Med: 22.94   Max: 114.38
Current: 30.31

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of InterContinental Hotels Group was 114.38. The lowest was 14.51. And the median was 22.94.

ICHGF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
86.8% of 856 companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 9.16 vs ICHGF: 30.31

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 (2026-08-02), InterContinental Hotels Group's stock price is $156.41. InterContinental Hotels Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $4.865. Therefore, InterContinental Hotels Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 32.15.


InterContinental Hotels Group  (OTCPK:ICHGF) 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.

InterContinental Hotels Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=156.41/4.865
=32.15

InterContinental Hotels Group's share price for today is $156.41.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. InterContinental Hotels Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $4.865.

* 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.


InterContinental Hotels Group EV-to-OCF Related Terms


InterContinental Hotels Group EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for InterContinental Hotels 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.

InterContinental Hotels Group EV-to-OCF Chart

InterContinental Hotels Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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InterContinental Hotels Group Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 20.17 0.00 32.84 0.00 27.52

ICHGF vs MAR, HLT, H: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Lodging subindustry, InterContinental Hotels 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.


InterContinental Hotels Group EV-to-OCF vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, InterContinental Hotels Group's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where InterContinental Hotels Group's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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InterContinental Hotels Group EV-to-OCF Calculation

InterContinental Hotels Group's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=27220.375/898
=30.31

InterContinental Hotels Group's current Enterprise Value is $27,220 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. InterContinental Hotels Group's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $898 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 30.31 mean?
InterContinental Hotels Group (ICHGF) has a EV-to-OCF of 30.31 as of Aug. 02, 2026. This is 32% above median its historical median of 22.94. Over the past decade, InterContinental Hotels Group's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 14.51 to 114.38. According to the industry distribution chart, InterContinental Hotels Group ranks #743 out of 856 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 86.8%.
Is InterContinental Hotels Group's EV-to-OCF too high?
InterContinental Hotels Group's current EV-to-OCF of 30.31 is 32% above median its 10-year median of 22.94. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 14.51 to a high of 114.38. The Travel & Leisure industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.16. InterContinental Hotels Group's value of 30.31 is 230.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, InterContinental Hotels Group ranks #743 out of 856 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, InterContinental Hotels Group has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does InterContinental Hotels Group's EV-to-OCF compare to MAR and HLT?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, InterContinental Hotels Group ranks #743 out of 856 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places InterContinental Hotels Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 9.16. InterContinental Hotels Group's value of 30.31 is 230.9% above this benchmark. Historically, InterContinental Hotels Group's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 14.51 to 114.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.94 vs. the industry median of 9.16, InterContinental Hotels 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Travel & Leisure companies is 9.16, based on 856 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. InterContinental Hotels Group's current EV-to-OCF of 30.31 is 230.9% 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 Travel & Leisure industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 9.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. InterContinental Hotels Group's current EV-to-OCF is 30.31, which is 32% above median its own 10-year median of 22.94. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is InterContinental Hotels Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, InterContinental Hotels Group (ICHGF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $130.45, compared to a current price of $156.41 — trading 19.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 30.31, which is 32% above median its 10-year median of 22.94 and 230.9% above the Travel & Leisure industry median of 9.16. InterContinental Hotels Group's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 4 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 InterContinental Hotels Group (ICHGF), the current EV-to-OCF is 30.31 as of Aug. 02, 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 InterContinental Hotels Group (ICHGF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, InterContinental Hotels Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $156.41 is trading 19.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $130.45. GuruFocus considers InterContinental Hotels Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ICHGF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 30.31 (32% above median its 10-year median of 22.94)
  • GF Value™: $130.45 vs. price of $156.41 (19.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 230.9% above the Travel & Leisure median (#743 of 856)

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


InterContinental Hotels Group Business Description

Address 1 Windsor Dials, Arthur Road, Windsor, Berkshire, GBR, SL4 1RS
InterContinental Hotels Group operates 1 million rooms across 20 brands addressing the midscale through luxury segments, as of Dec. 31, 2025. Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express constitute the largest brand, while Hotel Indigo, Even, Hualuxe, Kimpton, and Voco are newer lifestyle brands experiencing strong demand. The company launched a midscale brand, Avid, in 2017 and closed on a 51% stake in Regent Hotels in 2018. It acquired Six Senses in 2019 and launched another midscale brand, Garner, in 2023, followed by a premium conversion brand, Noted Collections, in 2026. Managed and franchised represent 99% of total rooms. As of Dec. 31, 2025, the Americas represented 52% of total rooms, with Greater China accounting for 20% and Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa making up 28%.
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