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iHeartMediaIHRT +1.69%62 EV-to-OCF is 51.08 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 77% above its 10-year median of 28.87. GuruFocus rates IHRT with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.36 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,018 Media - Diversified companies, iHeartMedia ranks worse than 91.94% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, iHeartMedia's Enterprise Value is $6,081 Mil.
iHeartMedia's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $119 Mil. Therefore, iHeartMedia's EV-to-OCF for today is 51.08.
The historical rank and industry rank for iHeartMedia's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
IHRT'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -102.75 Med: 28.87 Max: 123.03
Current: 51.08
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of iHeartMedia was 123.03. The lowest was -102.75. And the median was 28.87.
IHRT's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 91.94% of 1018
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 4.62
vs IHRT: 51.08
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.
iHeartMedia's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
iHeartMedia's share price for today is $3.015.
iHeartMedia'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 $-1.839.
* 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.
iHeartMedia EV-to-OCF Related Terms
iHeartMedia EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for iHeartMedia'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 Broadcasting subindustry, iHeartMedia'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.
iHeartMedia EV-to-OCF vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, iHeartMedia's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where iHeartMedia's EV-to-OCF falls into.
iHeartMedia's current Enterprise Value is $6,081 Mil.
iHeartMedia'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 $119 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.
iHeartMedia (IHRT) has a EV-to-OCF of 51.08 as of Aug. 19, 2026. This is 77% above median its historical median of 28.87. According to the industry distribution chart, iHeartMedia ranks #936 out of 1018 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 91.9%.
Is iHeartMedia's EV-to-OCF too high?
iHeartMedia's current EV-to-OCF of 51.08 is 77% above median its 10-year median of 28.87. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.62. iHeartMedia's value of 51.08 is 1005.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, iHeartMedia ranks #936 out of 1018 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, iHeartMedia has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does iHeartMedia's EV-to-OCF compare to GTN.A and SSP?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, iHeartMedia ranks #936 out of 1018 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places iHeartMedia in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.62. iHeartMedia's value of 51.08 is 1005.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 28.87 vs. the industry median of 4.62, iHeartMedia 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Media - Diversified companies is 4.62, based on 1,018 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. iHeartMedia's current EV-to-OCF of 51.08 is 1005.6% 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 Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.62 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. iHeartMedia's current EV-to-OCF is 51.08, which is 77% above median its own 10-year median of 28.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is iHeartMedia stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, iHeartMedia (IHRT) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.36, compared to a current price of $3.02 — trading 27.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 51.08, which is 77% above median its 10-year median of 28.87 and 1005.6% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 4.62. iHeartMedia's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 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 iHeartMedia (IHRT), the current EV-to-OCF is 51.08 as of Aug. 19, 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 iHeartMedia (IHRT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, iHeartMedia stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $3.02 is trading 27.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $2.36.
GuruFocus considers iHeartMedia to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for IHRT:
EV-to-OCF: 51.08 (77% above median its 10-year median of 28.87)
GF Value™: $2.36 vs. price of $3.02 (27.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1005.6% above the Media - Diversified median (#936 of 1018)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IHRT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
iHeartMedia Inc is a United States-based audio media company. The company operates through the segments of the Multiplatform Group, the Digital Audio Group, and the Audio & Media Services Group. The company derives prime revenue from the Multiplatform Group segment which includes the company's Broadcast radio, Networks and Sponsorships, and Events businesses. The Digital Audio Group segment includes all of the company's digital businesses, including podcasting; and the Audio & Media Services Group includes Katz Media Group, a full-service media representation business, and RCS Sound Software, a provider of scheduling and broadcast software and services.
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