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Ingles MarketsIMKTA +0.19%69 EV-to-OCF is 6.57 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 7.25. GuruFocus rates IMKTA with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $70.04 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 313 Retail - Defensive companies, Ingles Markets ranks better than 56.23% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ingles Markets's Enterprise Value is $1,637 Mil.
Ingles Markets's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $249 Mil. Therefore, Ingles Markets's EV-to-OCF for today is 6.57.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ingles Markets's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
IMKTA'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.77 Med: 7.25 Max: 12.72
Current: 6.57
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ingles Markets was 12.72. The lowest was 3.77. And the median was 7.25.
IMKTA's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 56.23% of 313
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.83
vs IMKTA: 6.57
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.
Ingles Markets's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Ingles Markets's share price for today is $82.42.
Ingles Markets'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 $5.470.
* 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.
Ingles Markets EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Ingles Markets EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Ingles Markets'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 Grocery Stores subindustry, Ingles Markets'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.
Ingles Markets EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Ingles Markets's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ingles Markets's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Ingles Markets's current Enterprise Value is $1,637 Mil.
Ingles Markets'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 $249 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.
Ingles Markets (IMKTA) has a EV-to-OCF of 6.57 as of Aug. 28, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 7.25. Over the past decade, Ingles Markets' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.77 to 12.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Ingles Markets ranks #137 out of 313 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 43.8%.
Is Ingles Markets' EV-to-OCF too high?
Ingles Markets' current EV-to-OCF of 6.57 is near median its 10-year median of 7.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.77 to a high of 12.72. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.83. Ingles Markets' value of 6.57 is 16.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ingles Markets ranks #137 out of 313 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Ingles Markets has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ingles Markets' EV-to-OCF compare to WMK and GO?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Ingles Markets ranks #137 out of 313 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Ingles Markets in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.83. Ingles Markets' value of 6.57 is 16.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Ingles Markets' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.77 to 12.72 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.25 vs. the industry median of 7.83, Ingles Markets has consistently been below 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 313 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. Ingles Markets's current EV-to-OCF of 6.57 is 16.1% below 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. Ingles Markets's current EV-to-OCF is 6.57, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ingles Markets stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ingles Markets (IMKTA) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $70.04, compared to a current price of $82.42 — trading 17.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 6.57, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.25 and 16.1% below the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.83. Ingles Markets' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 Ingles Markets (IMKTA), the current EV-to-OCF is 6.57 as of Aug. 28, 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 Ingles Markets (IMKTA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ingles Markets stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $82.42 is trading 17.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $70.04.
GuruFocus considers Ingles Markets to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for IMKTA:
EV-to-OCF: 6.57 (near median its 10-year median of 7.25)
GF Value™: $70.04 vs. price of $82.42 (17.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 16.1% below the Retail - Defensive median (#137 of 313)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IMKTA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Ingles Markets Inc is a U.S.-based company that is principally engaged in operating a supermarket chain. The company operates the business in the southeast United States, mainly in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, with a few stores in Virginia and Alabama as well. The company locates its stores majorly in suburban areas, small towns, and neighborhood areas. It offers a broad range of goods, including food products, pharmacies, health and beauty care products, and general merchandise. The retail business contributes the majority of the company's revenue. The company's real estate ownership of a material portion of total stores enables it to generate rental income.
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