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Sainsbury (J)JSNSF 76 EV-to-OCF is 7.28 as of Jul. 17, 2026, which is 3% below its 10-year median of 7.48. GuruFocus rates JSNSF with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.42 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 315 Retail - Defensive companies, Sainsbury (J) ranks better than 51.11% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sainsbury (J)'s Enterprise Value is $17,522 Mil.
Sainsbury (J)'s Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was $2,407 Mil. Therefore, Sainsbury (J)'s EV-to-OCF for today is 7.28.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sainsbury (J)'s EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
JSNSF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.94 Med: 7.48 Max: 18.31
Current: 7.48
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sainsbury (J) was 18.31. The lowest was 3.94. And the median was 7.48.
JSNSF's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 51.11% of 315
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.65
vs JSNSF: 7.48
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.
Sainsbury (J)'s PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Sainsbury (J)'s share price for today is $5.17.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sainsbury (J)'s Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was $0.229.
* 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.
Sainsbury (J) EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Sainsbury (J) EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sainsbury (J)'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, Sainsbury (J)'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.
Sainsbury (J) EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Sainsbury (J)'s EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sainsbury (J)'s EV-to-OCF falls into.
Sainsbury (J)'s current Enterprise Value is $17,522 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sainsbury (J)'s Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was $2,407 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.
Sainsbury (J) (JSNSF) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.28 as of Jul. 17, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 7.48. Over the past decade, Sainsbury (J)'s EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.94 to 18.31. According to the industry distribution chart, Sainsbury (J) ranks #154 out of 315 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 48.9%.
Is Sainsbury (J)'s EV-to-OCF too high?
Sainsbury (J)'s current EV-to-OCF of 7.28 is near median its 10-year median of 7.48. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.94 to a high of 18.31. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.65. Sainsbury (J)'s value of 7.28 is 4.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sainsbury (J) ranks #154 out of 315 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sainsbury (J) has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sainsbury (J)'s EV-to-OCF compare to KR and SFM?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Sainsbury (J) ranks #154 out of 315 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Sainsbury (J) in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.65. Sainsbury (J)'s value of 7.28 is 4.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Sainsbury (J)'s own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.94 to 18.31 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.48 vs. the industry median of 7.65, Sainsbury (J) 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 7.65, based on 315 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. Sainsbury (J)'s current EV-to-OCF of 7.28 is 4.8% 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 7.65 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sainsbury (J)'s current EV-to-OCF is 7.28, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sainsbury (J) stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sainsbury (J) (JSNSF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.42, compared to a current price of $5.17 — trading 17% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.28, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.48 and 4.8% below the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.65. Sainsbury (J)'s overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 8 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 Sainsbury (J) (JSNSF), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.28 as of Jul. 17, 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 Sainsbury (J) (JSNSF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sainsbury (J) stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $5.17 is trading 17% above its estimated GF Value™ of $4.42.
GuruFocus considers Sainsbury (J) to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for JSNSF:
EV-to-OCF: 7.28 (near median its 10-year median of 7.48)
GF Value™: $4.42 vs. price of $5.17 (17% above fair value)
Industry Position: 4.8% below the Retail - Defensive median (#154 of 315)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSNSF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded in 1869, Sainsbury's is the second-largest UK grocery chain with around 10% market share. It operates around 600 supermarkets and 850 convenience stores in the UK. The company has diversified away from core food by selling clothing, fuel, and other nonfood items. In September 2016, it took a step further into nonfood retailing with the purchase of Home Retail Group, operating the Habitat and Argos chains (general merchandise and electronics stores).
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